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  • After Effects Tutorial: How to Create a Loop
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    After Effects Tutorial: How to Create a Loop

    Learn to loop an animation in After Effects with Moncho Massé One of our favorite features from After Effects is that it enables you to create loop animations. A loop animation has no beginning nor end–it repeats itself infinitely. This makes it easy to create gifs and is a very useful tool for generating social media content. Freelance illustrator and animator Moncho Massé will show you how to create your own loop animation in After Effects in the following video. You just need to have already designed the character that you’ll be using to create your continuous loop.

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  • Maya vs Blender: What to Choose for Your Animation Journey
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    Maya vs Blender: What to Choose for Your Animation Journey

    Trying to decide between Maya and Blender for your next project? Explore the pros and cons of each software to make an informed decision. Embarking on a journey into the world of 3D animation can be both exciting and daunting. With a plethora of animation tools available, one of the most common dilemmas for aspiring animators and seasoned professionals alike is choosing the right software. In this article, we'll dive into the age-old debate: Maya vs Blender. Let's explore the features, capabilities, and user experience of these powerful tools to help you make the best choice for your next project.

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  • Celebrating Akira Toriyama's Legacy: Inspiring Projects from Our Dragon Ball CommunityGoogle Translator
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    Celebrating Akira Toriyama's Legacy: Inspiring Projects from Our Dragon Ball CommunityGoogle Translator

    In the universe of manga and anime, few names shine as brightly as that of Akira Toriyama. His boundless creativity, iconic characters and epic story of Dragon Ball have left an indelible mark on pop culture. We are pleased to share some of the most inspiring projects from our Dragon Ball community, a manifestation of the passion and creativity Toriyama has cultivated over the years. From stunning illustrations to innovative recreations, we'll explore how fans have channeled their love of Dragon Ball into meaningful works. Join us on this journey filled with nostalgia and respect, as we celebrate the life and work of a creative genius who will continue to shine in the hearts of Dragon Ball fans.

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  • Diving into Tommy José Stathes' Archive of Forgotten Animations
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    Diving into Tommy José Stathes' Archive of Forgotten Animations

    Is early animation your passion? I bet not as much as the animation historian, archivist, and educator Tommy José Stathes who has gathered 200+ early animations you wouldn't have heard of otherwise. Now you can watch them in HD and without dedicating your whole life to it, isn't that nice? You can watch these animations (one or two probably if you are not a dork) and then go on with your day... For Tommy José Stathes, this doesn't apply...! Let's go over some of the classics you would've missed if it weren't for this archive of early animated cartoons

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  • 95 Years Later, Mickey Mouse is in the Public Domain
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    95 Years Later, Mickey Mouse is in the Public Domain

    Discover how Mickey Mouse's entry into public domain marks a new era for Disney's legacy. In the whimsical realm of entertainment, there are few characters as iconic and enduring as Mickey Mouse. Since his debut in the groundbreaking cartoon short film Steamboat Willie in November 1928, Mickey has captured the hearts and imaginations of audiences worldwide. With his mischievous charm and timeless appeal, Mickey became the beloved face of the Disney brand, gracing everything from theme parks to television screens.

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  • 6 apps for drawing poses
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    6 apps for drawing poses

    Improve your drawing skills with these amazing posing apps designed for artists. The world of internet and technologies has helped us a lot when it comes to drawing, since it facilitates all kinds of processes. For example, in the past to make drawings of people, we needed to have models to pose for hours, whereas today we have it at our fingertips, with applications made specifically to have all kinds of poses on which to base our drawings. With them, you will have a wide variety in which the body of the character is the protagonist, so you can observe every detail calmly and make a drawing of the body with all the precision you want. You can add these applications to the different Domestika drawing courses and make your artwork improve progressively. Take a look at the list we have created and choose the one that best suits your needs. Poseit

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  • Sculpting Dreams in 3D: A Journey Inspired by Nature
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    Sculpting Dreams in 3D: A Journey Inspired by Nature

    My name is Sasha Vinogradova, I am a digital artist, art director and Domestika teacher. And today I wanted to talk to you about art and the creative process. Have you ever thought about what art really is? To me, it's a way of communicating — a way to express what I find important and inspiring. It's a message, even if no one's there to hear it. It's like a quiet chat with the universe, trying to convey something important. And because art is a message, it stirs up feelings and creativity in people. This unspoken conversation is beautiful, global, and timeless. To be a good artist, you need to tune in to what inspires you, what makes you feel big, what makes you want to share yourself. It's not easy in a world that's always fighting for your attention, but as an artist, it's your job to sift through the noise and figure out what matters to you. For me, nature is the biggest inspiration. I grew up playing outside on my grandma's farm during the summers. I also went to art school, where we had classes outside, just soaking in nature and trying to capture it in our own way. Nature has this amazing variety, patterns, and character. It's fascinating to bring that to life.

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  • We interviewed Jose Luis Agreda, art director of Robot Dreams, recently nominated for an Oscar
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    We interviewed Jose Luis Agreda, art director of Robot Dreams, recently nominated for an Oscar

    Robot Dreams, a feature film directed by Pablo Berger, has become one of the most relevant animation proposals in the industry thanks to its successful premiere at the Cannes Film Festival, winner at Annecy, Sitges or the Goya Awards and recently for its Oscar nomination in the category of best animated film. Based on Sara Varon's popular graphic novel of the same name, it tells the story of DOG, a lonely dog living in Manhattan. One day he decides to build himself a robot, a friend. Their friendship grows, until they become inseparable, to the rhythm of the New York of the eighties. One summer night, Dog, with great sorrow, is forced to abandon ROBOT on the beach. Will they meet again?

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  • Top 7 Websites to Download Free 3D Models for Blender
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    Top 7 Websites to Download Free 3D Models for Blender

    Looking for free 3D models for Blender? Discover 7 websites with a wide range of downloadable models to enhance your designs. Among the design programs for character animation, Blender is one of the best known on the market. There are several pages where you can find free 3D models for this software. Here are some options that will be very helpful. BlendSwap BlendSwap is a platform where artists share their 3D models for free. You can find a wide variety of models, from characters to scenery.

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  • 5 Essential Animation Books
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    5 Essential Animation Books

    Boost your animation skills in 2024 with these must-read books. A curated list blending art, technique, and industry wisdom for animators. If you are an amateur or a professional animator, I'm sure you would benefit from some reading in general, and so maybe if you started with something familiar you might not fall asleep immediately! Let's learn how to read together! In all seriousness, I'm an animator myself so I speak from experience! These animation books will keep you at the edge of your seat the whole time (with the same bad posture you develop whilst animating for hours on end).

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  • Essential Animation Shortcuts for Adobe Animate and Photoshop
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    Essential Animation Shortcuts for Adobe Animate and Photoshop

    Designer Pablo Cuello shares the most popular shortcuts for animating with these two programs You don't need complicated tools to create impressive animations. By learning just a few tricks, you'll be able to simplify your design process and make frame-by-frame animations. In this blog post, designer and animator Pablo Cuello (@pablocuello) shares Adobe Animate and Adobe Photoshop’s most popular shortcuts, so you can save time when creating your next mesmerizing animation.

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  • Cinema 4D Tutorial: cloning methods in MoGraph
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    Cinema 4D Tutorial: cloning methods in MoGraph

    Learn the best way to clone models using the Cinema 4D MoGraph module The MoGraph module is one of the most important tools that users of the Cinema 4D animation software have for animating objects and creating special effects. With MoGraph you can make models explode, control them using other objects, deform them or create infinite movements. Zigor Samaniego (@zigor), illustrator, modeler, and designer specialized in Photoshop, Cinema 4D and After Effects has a vast experience in this field. In this tutorial, he explains the different cloning modes and tools found within this module of Cinema 4D.

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  • Unfolding history: the fascinating world of Pop Up Books
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    Unfolding history: the fascinating world of Pop Up Books

    Today we will dive into a fascinating journey through the unfolding pages that have captivated generations: movable books, also known as pop up books. Can you believe that this marvellous form of expression has its roots in the fascinating world of astronomy? From their humble beginnings in medieval times to the technological innovations of today, we will discover how these books have evolved, surprised and enchanted readers of all ages. Join me on this journey through the history of movable books that have left their mark on a three-dimensional universe unfolding before our eyes!

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  • After Effects Tutorial: how to export to gif
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    After Effects Tutorial: how to export to gif

    Learn the keys to turn our animations into gifs step by step with Moncho Massé Moncho Massé (@moncho_masse), Illustrator and freelance animator teaches you how to turn your animation into a gif so you can share it with everyone through social networks. Thanks to this tutorial you will be able to show everyone your work through Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. As it is not possible to export directly to gif in After Effects, Moncho Massé offers us the easiest way to do it: export first from After Effects in QuickTime format and then pass it to Photoshop to export it to gif format. Here are the steps to follow in this video:

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  • What Is Low Poly? Learn About Polygon Art for Video Games and More
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    What Is Low Poly? Learn About Polygon Art for Video Games and More

    Learn about low poly: a computer graphics art used in video game design and other creative fields Low poly art is one of the most attractive contemporary styles used in video game design, animation, and illustration. You can create cool and simple-looking objects using blocky polygons. This modeling technique has been used to create low-res 3D models, thanks to the simplicity in which you can create basic objects and the fact that the rendering process is in turn reduced. What is low poly exactly? What does the term mean and what are its main features? Art director and low poly 3D modeling expert Daniel Gutiérrez (@danielgutierrez) explains more.

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  • Free Library of Resources to Help Take Your Creature Design to the Next Level
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    Free Library of Resources to Help Take Your Creature Design to the Next Level

    Download a free collection of assets created by me, Andrew Entwistle, in Zbrush to help you design a unique character and push your imagination to the next level. So, what is my idea of an insane character/creature? I've asked myself this question many times, my style has developed dramatically since I did my first piece of creature art after moving out of the vehicle environment. Taking inspiration from other talented character artists and iconic movies such as Aliens/Prometheus, Akira, BattleLA and Ghost in the Shell. I've invested time, energy and much thought into defining my style, which I describe as gritty, dark, of high fidelity with a cinematic feel. I now understand how to bring a creature to life and I can give you the structure and platform to do this and create something that will give you a strong sense of pride.

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  • 4 Pixel Art Animation Recommendations for Video Game Design
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    4 Pixel Art Animation Recommendations for Video Game Design

    Looking for inspiration in the world of animation? Add this list of pixel artists to your reference library Pixel art is a form of digital art that involves editing images at a pixel level (the minimum digital dimension of color) and using them to design video games with an old-school aesthetic. It is achieved by creating characters and 2D graphics using state-of-the-art software such as Pyxel Edit. If you are a designer, illustrator, or animator, or you want to learn the pixel art technique to animate video games, check out the following four animators as recommended by Daniel Benítez (@dabntz). Daniel is a 2D and 3D art director specializing in pixel art and the co-founder of Fourattic, an independent video game studio founded in 2014 in Seville.

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