Synopses & Reviews
Exploring Drawing for Animation is an innovative introduction to 2D animation and inspirational skill-sharpener for working professionals. The authors creatively link drawing techniques and life drawing -human and animal anatomy, architecture, and scenery- to 2D animation production and outcomes. The instructional format builds animation skills from the ground up, using a technical foundation in drawing as a basis for exploring animation. Overviews span the topics of sequence drawing, character development, motion, proportional techniques, and animation clean-up. Together, these essential skills combine to help readers develop the drawing skills necessary to be a successful animator.
Synopsis
Exploring Drawing for Animation is an innovative introduction to 2D animation and inspirational skill-sharpener for working professionals. The authors creatively link drawing techniques and life drawing
About the Author
Kevin Hedgpeth is an artist and educator with more than 15 years of experience in animation and character design. Currently an Assistant Academic Director at The Art Institute of Phoenix, he is also an Animation Consultant for the Puppeteers of America, Inc.
Table of Contents
Preface.Introduction.Solid Drawing.Contour Drawings.Drawing from Life: Human and Animal Anatomy.Sequence Drawing. Dramatic Action and Living Beings.Color Section: Art Examples.Drawing from Life: Architecture and Scenery.Character Design and Development.Character Drawing for Animation.Roughing It and Cleaning It Up.