DS · Shepstone
2023 character animationstudyMayaprinciples

Character Study: Weight and Timing

An in-depth character animation study exploring weight, balance, and overlapping action principles.

About This Study

This project explores the twelve principles of animation with a focus on weight and timing. The character rig used is a custom biped built in Maya.

Techniques Demonstrated

  • Squash and stretch
  • Anticipation and follow-through
  • Overlapping action and drag
  • Arcs and secondary motion