4 Essential Moves to Master Character Body Animation – 4가지 동작으로 완성하는 캐릭터 바디 메카닉 [Coloso, Q Kim, Group Buy]

Understand basic animation theory and blocking while mastering Maya. Try animating character poses with variations to make your scenes come to life.​

Learn How to Apply the 4 Essential Character Movements in Various Scenarios!​

Do you feel that many animation courses focus too much on basic mechanics or rely solely on motion sense? Have you ever wished for more in-depth learning beyond the typical lessons?

This course delves into the structure and operational principles of character body mechanics, based on human anatomy. By understanding these fundamentals, you’ll be able to animate a wide range of characters, making transformations easier and more intuitive.

Through exploring the 12 principles of animation, body center of gravity, and how body parts move in sync, 3D Animator Q Kim presents four key behaviors that are widely applicable. You’ll develop an understanding of body mechanics and timing animation while learning to create dynamic, creative animations.

Instructor: 3D Animator Q Kim
Portfolio Overview

This course offers multiple examples of basic and advanced character actions. Try bringing these animations to life yourself!

Course Breakdown:​

Part 1: Walking​

Learn the theory of body mechanics and the basic principles of walking, starting from blocking. Express different walk cycles by manipulating poses and timing.

• Walking Basics
• Applied Walking: Tired Walk

Part 2: Running​

Master the fundamentals of running, blocking techniques, and how to adapt these to different types of runs, such as joyful runs or sprints.

• Running Basics
• Applied Running: Heavy Run

Part 3: Jumping​

Discover the essential principles of jumping, followed by blocking techniques. Learn how to animate jumps that reflect different weights and dynamics.

• Jumping Basics
• Applied Jumping: Heavy Jump

Part 4: Wielding​

Revisit the principles of sword-wielding and blocking, then apply these techniques to actions such as throwing or delivering punches.

• Wielding Basics
• Applied Wielding: Axe Swing

Class Features:​

Essential Principles of 3D Character Animation – Body Mechanics:​

Learn the core mechanical principles behind popular movements like walking, running, jumping, and wielding, along with the structural rules for operating the body in animation.

Create Unique Animations Using 4 Basic Movements:​

Explore how to apply the same foundational principles to a wide range of emotions and situations—whether it’s cheerful walking, sprinting, heavy jumping, or delivering powerful blows.

Portfolio Development with a Personal Touch:​