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ANIMATION TIPS & TRICKS

Tutorial: Animating Nonverbal Communication in Maya

https://youtu.be/vTOgdlHfceU In this tutorial, Animation Mentor graduate Nathaniel Seymour explores how to animate clear emotion and storytelling without dialogue. Using his simple “Imp Rock” character and a giant flower, he demonstrates how gestures, facial shapes,...

Free Workshop: Polishing Passes

https://youtu.be/jzuxAmadcm8 Take your animation beyond the blocking stage and into a truly polished performance. In this recorded workshop, mentor and Framestore Animation Supervisor Arslan Elver breaks down how to refine spacing, clean up arcs, and elevate secondary...

Tutorial: Introduction to MotionBuilder for Game Animators

https://youtu.be/HPl0SPH710s In this tutorial, Animation Mentor Game Animation and Character Animation mentor Natasha Krinsky walks through how to use Autodesk MotionBuilder (aka “MoBu”) to clean up and assemble motion capture for games. She shows how to bring in a...

Tutorial: Animating a Sneak Walk Cycle with Personality

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F3QlIrbxGXo In this tutorial, Animation Mentor Game Animation and Character Animation mentor Natasha Krinsky shows how to build a sneak walk cycle that feels stealthy, physical, and full of character. She starts from classic walk‑cycle...

Tutorial: Using Green Screen Reference in Maya

https://youtu.be/w-PS_-ew9hQ In this lesson, Animation Mentor mentor Zachary Rahman shows how to use a green screen to shoot clear acting reference and then bring that reference into Maya in a way that supports staging, clarity, and efficient blocking. He walks...

DEMO REEL ADVICE

Animation Demo Reel Review Etiquette

So, you've secured a demo reel review at a convention, job fair, etc., but it's not just about the work! You want to make a good impression too. There are definitely do's and don'ts to abide by when getting your demo reel reviewed—learn what they are from Image Engine...

5 Things NOT to Do on Your Demo Reel

Image from Francisco Ucke's 2018 Student Showcase Shot!   At Animation Mentor, we know demo reels are the most important asset you have when looking for your dream animation job! In fact, we dedicate an entire class to teaching our students how to build their own...

A Guide to Demo Reel Reviews at Animation Conventions

Heading to CTN—or any other convention—this year with your demo reel in tow? First, read these pro tips on what to bring, how to get your reel reviewed, and more from some of our own mentors and reel reviewers who have seen it al! The annual CTN animation expo in...

Shawn Kelly Answers 5 Burning Questions About Demo Reels

Animation Mentor co-founder and ILM Lead Animator Shawn Kelly answers five great student questions about demo reels and gives advice on applying for studio animation jobs. And he should know—he’s been at ILM for more than 20 years! Get ready to soak up some knowledge....

Is Your Demo Reel Ready for a Major Studio?

In our recent webinar, Animation Mentor Co-founder and Industrial Light & Magic Lead Animator Shawn Kelly took a little break from working on Avengers 3 to critique some student demo reels and to talk about do's and don'ts, creature animation, and what studios are...

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