Rigid and Soft Bodies

Objective:Discover what Rigid and Soft bodie dynamics are and how they work in animation. Method:Dynamics are a very in-depth and complex process. The following tutorials will introduce you to Rigid and Soft bodies. Work through them, but also learn as much as you possibly can about the other types of dynamics to help you with …

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An Introduction to Autodesk Maya

Objective:Develop a solid understanding of the core features available in Maya and learn its User Interface (UI) and how to navigate within the three-dimensional space. Method:Use the “Getting Started with Maya” Unit using the Spartan Videos shared with you in google drive. These videos will help you discern the Maya UI and gain an understanding …

12 Principles of Animation

Objective: The student will review and apply the 12 Principles of Animation. Method: Work through teacher led discussion to identify and act out the 12 principles of animation. Turn In: The students will take notes and create a blog post.  Create a new post on your blog that contains a definition, video example, and explanation …

Animation 2: Quarter 1 Project

Objective:Learn how to tell a compelling story with a simple character. This project is a culmination of mostly all that you have learned so far. Method:Using an app that you feel the most comfortable with, you are to create a animation of your own creation while adhering to the design cycle and the production process. …

Hard Surface Modeling-Low Poly Building

Objective: Continue working on developing your modeling skills in Maya. Method: Use the Pluralsight videos to master the proper steps in modeling a basic low-poly building. This will be an exercise in developing and adding onto the skills that you attained in the last tutorial. We will also begin discussing modeling in this tutorial. Make …