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Ever wanted to learn how to animate your art? Now is your chance: Kenji Yokoyama, a veteran animator who has worked on One Piece, Slam Dunk, Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai, Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube, Dr. Slump, and Dragon Ball Z, has released an English version of his Hands-On Animation for Beginners book.
There, he shares practical techniques and helpful advice accompanied by useful drawings and diagrams in step-by-step exercises.
"While there are many animation and illustration books available, most focus solely on theory and lack the practical exercises needed to get started on your own. Knowledge is essential, but to bring your animations to life, hands-on experience is key. That’s why this book takes a unique, action-oriented approach."
In 13 chapters, you'll see the tools you need, learn about character creation, blinking, and lip sync, receive advice on the center of gravity and drawing turnarounds, discuss walk cycle keyframes, perspective, and backgrounds, find out how to hand-draw effects and animals, and figure out positions for animators and the whole production workflow.
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