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IN2D Animation Challenge

IN2D Animation Challenge

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The "IN2D Animation" Challenge is a 6-month journey designed for beginners to learn and practice animation from the ground up. It covers animation fundamentals like keys, timing, volume consistency, and core principles.

I accomplished the assignments myself and I shared my approach and the steps I have followed. You’ll get a special look behind the scenes as I learn and create animations, illustrations, and other art-related content on the way.

Aside from the syllabus topics' content this pack also includes:

  • A video tutorial on animating in Photoshop
  • A draw-along video showing the complete process of animating a sleeping Poodo character, from keys to the finally colored animation.
  • Brushes

 

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IN2D Animation Challenge

A 6-month challenge designed for beginners to learn and practice animation from the ground up. The challenge covers the fundamentals of animation, including understanding keys and timing, mastering volume consistency, and exploring essential animation principles to build a strong foundation.

Timing and Frame Types

An introduction to frames, keys, extremes, breakdowns, and in-betweens, with a focus on understanding the relationship between spacing and exposure to create smooth motion.

Volumes and Consistency

A study of maintaining consistent volumes and understanding how they move through space to ensure cohesive and believable animation.

Straight Ahead and Pose to Pose

An introduction to two core animation techniques: straight ahead for spontaneous, organic motion, and pose to pose for planned, structured sequences.

Ease In and Ease Out

A detailed look at how gradual acceleration and deceleration enhance motion, creating smooth and realistic transitions in animation.

Squash and Stretch

An essential principle that adds flexibility and weight to characters and objects, emphasizing the impact and elasticity of motion.

Arcs

A study of the natural curved paths of motion, refining movement to make it feel fluid, graceful, and lifelike.

Follow Through and Overlapping

An exploration of how parts of a subject move independently, adding depth and realism to animated sequences by showing the aftermath or delay of motion.

Secondary Action

A focus on supporting actions that complement the main movement, adding richness and layers of storytelling to animation.

Anticipation

A principle that sets up actions, creating visual cues for the viewer and ensuring movements feel intentional and impactful.

Exaggeration

Understanding the technique that amplifies expressions, movements, and dynamics, creating bold and engaging animation full of life and energy.

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FINAL ANIMATION

Bringing together all the principles and techniques learned throughout the challenge to create a short animated story, showcasing a cohesive and dynamic application of the skills developed.

BONUS - Draw Along Video

A detailed walkthrough video demonstrating the entire animation process from start to finish. Covers animating in Photoshop, practical tips and tricks, and creating unique effects like a cool line gradient style.

SYLLABUS

  • MONTH 01

    • about frames/keys

    extremes, breakdowns, in-betweens

    • timing

    relationship between spacing and exposure

  • MONTH 02

    • volumes

    understanding volumes & how they move in space


    • consistency

    keeping the volumes consistent

  • MONTH 03

    • straight ahead and pose to pose

    animation principle


    • ease in and ease out

    animation principle

  • MONTH 04

    • squash and stretch

    animation principle


    • arcs

    gesture arcs and arcs of movement

  • MONTH 05

    • follow through and overlapping

    animation principle


    • secondary action

    animation principle

  • MONTH 06

    • anticipation

    animation principle


    • exaggeration

    expressive and full-of-life animation
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What's Inside

Access to new resources and practical exercises, along with video tutorials and draw-along sessions, to help apply and refine animation skills

Assignments

• Examples and Resources

free online resources of other artists’ examples and tutorials on how to better understand the topic.

• Practical Exercises

Practical exercises designed to apply learned concepts, helping to build skills and gain hands-on experience in animation, preparing for more advanced topics ahead

Examples

• HD Images and GIFs

examples of my approach to the assignments with side notes and tips.

• Video Processes

time-lapse and real-time video process of my accomplished examples.

• Walk-through Videos

I will share my thoughts and tips on a better understanding of the topic.

• Draw Along Video

full process on how I animate in Photoshop along with tips, tricks and final color.

• PSD files and brushes

all the behind-the-scene content so you can have a closer look on how I have approached the topics in animation.

in2d animation challenge

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

HOW THE CHALLENGE WORKS?

The challenge is based on monthly assignments. Every month contains a list of assignments that cover the topics of the month, along with free resources and tutorials of other artists. I accomplished the assignment lists myself and I provide you the process that includes: HD images/gifs/video examples of my studies, show-how videos where I share with you my knowledge, tips, and tricks, real-time/time-lapse video processes, PSD files, and brushes I used, so you can take and learn from them.

DO I NEED TO HAVE CERTAIN SKILL LEVELS TO DO THE CHALLENGE?

The challenge is for everyone, even for those who never animated but want to start. It focuses mostly on animation fundamentals, so no matter if you are a beginner or a professional, it's a good fit for you.

DO I NEED TO USE A SPECIFIC SOFTWARE / PROGRAM?

All the assignments are made for everyone and can be accomplished in any technique, even traditionally with a pencil with paper.

Though I have accomplished the challenges in Photoshop, so if you want to learn or are familiar with this software, it will be a bonus for you.

SHOULD I FOLLOW ANY DEADLINES?

Nope! As long as you purchase the challenge's content, you have all the time to set a schedule that works for you the best.

I would suggest you take it slow. Do not overwork yourself because it is quite easy to burn out, especially when diving into fundamentals and technical stuff.

DO I HAVE ACCESS TO THE CONTENT FOREVER?

YES! After the purchase, all the content is yours forever.

If you have lost your access to it, please contact me via email at info@aalmaluar.com

WILL YOU OFFER FEEDBACK?

Feedback was exclusively for my Patreon supporters.

At the moment, my schedule is quite tight, so I don't have the possibility to offer feedback.

Though, by purchasing any challenge or joining the Patreon, you’ll gain access to our exclusive Discord server. There, you can connect with fellow artists, ask questions, and receive valuable feedback (sometimes from me).

CAN I HAVE MY MONEY BACK?

If you tried the improvement challenge, and you don't see any improvement, you can have your money back by following these conditions:

• Accomplish the assignments of all the months of the challenge.

• Send me all the studies you made for the assignments.

• If I do not see any improvement, You will have your purchase fully refunded.

Still, I made the challenge myself and many other Souls had a considerable improvement by accomplishing the challenge.

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IN2D Animation Challenge

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