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Identify Overlapping Action In Character Animation

Nash Lin — Mon, 24 Aug 2015 16:04:10 +0000

Recently, I received an email from a fellow animator. She request for some advise on overlapping action (follow through). Overlapping action can be challenging, especially in character animation. This is because applying overlapping action involves timing, correct poses and staggering animation with other segments. I've created 5 videos to help explain this challenge thoroughly. […]

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Game Character Animation Process – Spinning Kick Slam

Nash Lin — Wed, 12 Aug 2015 10:01:20 +0000

Spinning kick slam is a fighting action for game character animation. The character jumps forward, somersault spins in the air and slams on the opponent with his leg. Game character animation is mostly quick and easy to understand from all camera angles. This is unlike acting animation which has lots of expression through body […]

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Animation Student Feeling Demotivated

Nash Lin — Wed, 08 Jul 2015 09:58:38 +0000

Recently an animation student emailed me regarding his struggle. He has created his demo reel and yet, he is feeling lost. I must say that he's demo reel is pretty decent for a graduate. Have you felt like him before, feeling demotivated? How did you move on from there? I've took some time and given […]

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Mobile Game Design – Gameplay Case Study of Clash of Clan Vs Warcraft 3

Nash Lin — Fri, 26 Jun 2015 09:14:15 +0000

Strategy games have evolved from desktop computers to mobile devices over the decade. Previously, I talked about the gameplay of Clash of Clan and what makes it engaging. This post will focus on comparing the gameplay of strategy games between two different platforms, Warcraft 3 as desktop strategy game and Clash of Clan as mobile strategy game. […]

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Intermediate 3D Animation Course Singapore (Bugis Plus Colosseum)

Nash Lin — Wed, 03 Jun 2015 07:26:39 +0000

Intermediate 3D Animation Course Singapore is held at Bugis Plus Colosseum. Time: 10am - 5pm (1hr lunch break at 1pm) Date: 18th June 2015 Venue: Colosseum @ Bugis Plus, 201 Victoria Street, #05-06, Singapore (188067) This is a 6 hours hands on training, learning character walk cycle animation with Maya. What you will […]

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How To Design A Mobile Game? Case Study: Clash Of Clans

Nash Lin — Wed, 27 May 2015 09:26:57 +0000

So you want to design a mobile game but you have no idea how to start. This case study looks at Clash of Clan (CoC) to explain what you need to know before creating your own mobile game. Then I'll show you how to design a mobile game starting with game play. Let the fun begins! Successful […]

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3D Animation Short Course In Singapore

Nash Lin — Fri, 08 May 2015 03:36:16 +0000

Want to create your own 3D animation but not sure where to start? June school holiday is here! Take up a 3D Animation Short Course In Singapore! Create your very own exciting 3D animation in this June school holiday! Free Learn To Animate Ebook upon sign up! Scroll down to find out more! 3D Animation Short Course In […]

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How to Start a Walk Cycle Animation in Maya

Nash Lin — Mon, 06 Apr 2015 01:59:53 +0000

In this article, I'll talk about the 3 areas that get you started in your walk cycle animation in Maya: 1. Understanding the key to realistic walk cycle animation 2. Preparing a character rig for a 3d walk cycle 3. Blocking a walk cycle animation It is not easy for beginners to create a walk cycle from […]

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Animation Case Study: How I effectively Apply Principle Of Animation To Create A Realistic Walk Cycle 3D Animation In 3 Hours

Nash Lin — Sat, 04 Apr 2015 15:43:21 +0000

In this post, I'm going to walk you through how I create a realistic walk cycle 3D animation by applying the principles of animation in the most effective way. I have been using this method when I started learning animation to create my walk cycle animation in Maya. Until now, I am able to apply this […]

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Animation Case Study: Fat Character Pushing Box

Nash Lin — Mon, 23 Feb 2015 13:15:33 +0000

A pushing box animation exercise demonstrates the appropriate application of forces. This test a student's eye for detail and understanding of forces in order to create a realistic animation. Thanks to Shekhar for sharing his animation case study on fat character pushing box practice with me. I'm very happy to provide him with 4 tips to improve […]

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