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January 12, 2018October 30, 2023

5 Basic Principles of Animation

Animators follow a strict guideline of 12 principles of animation to create the most believable movement. But 5 basic principles stand above the rest as the most important. Your animation will fall flat and look wooden if the key principles are ignored.

1. Squash and stretch

Squash and stretch give weight and believability to an object. Imagine a rubber ball bouncing on the ground. As it hits the ground it squashes and it comes back up it stretches. A metal ball on the other hand would barely squash or stretch. This is how you give weight to your animation.

2. Anticipation

One of the most overlooked principles of animation, anticipation is important to give animations a sense of grounding. Before getting up from a chair, you need to position your body to help you move. It would be unnatural to get up without using your arms to help push your body up. This is why anticipation is so important.

3. Ease in ease out

Imagine a clock’s swinging pendulum. It slows down on each side before gaining speed. The swing from side to side would be fastest in the middle and naturally slow down on each side. This is the basic concept of easing in and out. It makes movement feel more natural.

4. Timing

The number of drawings for a given action will vary depending on the movement needed. Fast movements get less drawing while slow, complicated ones need more. Timing will give believability to the movement of your characters and objects.

5. Solid Drawing

Without solid drawing practices, an animator cannot animate effectively. Solid drawing means the animator understands the dimensions of the object in 3D space. Volume, depth, and weight can be conveyed by the necessary movement.

If you are having difficulty with any of these principles, it’s time to hire a professional.

Get in touch today and we will provide you with the best animation.

November 23, 2017January 4, 2024

Most Popular Animated Characters Of 2017

Animated characters are known as cartoons as well and mostly they’re popular among children but some of them are popular among adults as well and they also like to watch cartoons. Here are a few of the most popular cartoons in 2017.

Pokémon

Pokémon is a Japanese cartoon series that is quite popular among children and adults. The animation software used to create them features a few characters that are not the current cast of main characters.

Scooby Doo

‘Scooby Dooby Doo where are you?’ This is one of the most popular animated series for years now. Scooby Doo is an animated cartoon character, basically, a dog that makes people laugh through its actions. The dog though is not very brave but still, helps the team to solve various mysteries mostly due to funny accidents. Shaggy is the best friend and partner of Scooby Doo who is also not very brave just like Scooby Doo.

Doraemon

Doraemon is another popular Japanese cartoon character who became popular recently. In the last 2-3 years, Doraemon has become quite popular among kids all over the world. Currently, it’s the best-selling cartoon. Basically, Doraemon is a robot and a helper of Nobita who is a very lazy kid and runs away from all responsibilities and just likes to play with the Gadgets that Doraemon has.

Popeye-Popeye the sailor man

Popeye is one of the oldest characters who is an ordinary man and loves a girl. And in the constant struggle of winning her heart. He eats spinach which makes him a stronger person.

These were some of the characters that remained most popular in 2017 as well. Other than that, there are animated characters like Tom & Jerry, Bugs Bunny, Mickey Mouse, etc. who are popular forever.

Planning to launch your own animated characters for business marketing? We at Prayan Animation are here to assist you with all such needs.

November 14, 2017November 10, 2023

Difference between 2D and 3D Animation in Multimedia

Gone are those times when you had to make a considerable effort to comprehend a simple figure or structure. The wide use of animations has made it far easier to present complex ideas in various contexts and connect with your audience quickly. No doubt, animation companies are serving so many different industries that range from entertainment to medical and engineering.

Before you decide to hire an animation company for your business, it is important to understand the difference between the two most common multimedia techniques and their relevance in your situation. Let’s have a quick overview of 2D and 3D animations.

Two Dimensional (2D)

The basic idea behind this technique traces back to the painstaking work of artists before the computer era who used to draw thousands of frames for a single animation movie. There’s a minor difference in each frame and then all of them are projected with a certain time difference and position to give an impression of motion.

However, with easy access to animation software, anyone can make a 2D animation video with a little effort. Such animations are commonly found in television ads, e-learning videos, websites, and many video games as well. It is interesting to note that our digital 2D has evolved from those traditional flip books in which an animation effect is observed when you quickly flip the pages.

Three Dimensional (3D)

This one is relatively more advanced and realistic than 2D animations. If you ever had a chance to enjoy a glimpse of virtual reality or a movie in which “characters and objects seem to come towards you out of the screen,” you can understand 3D much better.

What makes three-dimensional multimedia different is the depth of elements. While 2D only uses a flat surface, here you can actually see everything as a physical object and easily rotate it to view from various camera angles and positions. Of course, the process of making such animations is also somewhat difficult.

3D animations are commonly found in architecture, medical, aerospace, and engineering applications, and now in the entertainment industry as well.

For most business applications, 2D animations usually suffice. However, sometimes involving 3D figures can give significant added value. Prayan Animations is here to help you with the best animation techniques based on your business requirements.

September 21, 2017January 23, 2024

How to Create Animations Videos?

We often feel annoyed when we come across advertisements that interrupt our favorite YouTube videos or television shows, right? Similarly, it becomes increasingly difficult at times to watch a business’s explainer video till the end. Well, you are not to blame – it’s the fault of the marketing team who ends up adding low-quality content to their campaigns. The point is that videos and animations have become quite common among brands for promotion purposes. However, few make the best out of this powerful tool.

It’s important to appreciate that making great animation videos is not all about being an expert in graphics design. Let’s break down this process into small steps to see what makes some animations stand out.

1. Write a Script

This is the most important step as it will determine the quality of your video. Writing a script can be challenging, especially if you are trying for the first time. To get started, view some animation videos relevant to your topic to get some ideas. We assume that the basic purpose of your video is to market your brand. In that case, showing the problem of your audience and then introducing your brand as the solution works pretty well.

Also, decide the approximate length of your video at this point.

2. Sketch your Characters and Theme

Now you have the storyline out of your creative mind. Let’s use the imagination to sketch the characters and scenes. Are you trying to show a certain place or landmark? Or maybe you can use an entirely fictional theme that is unique to your brand. The visual impact of animation videos is far more powerful than words in engaging your audience.

3. Choose an Appropriate Software

Here comes the technical part (but not difficult!). There are many products out there in the market that you can use for making animation videos. If you have made some videos before, you may have some personal preferences here based on which software you find easy to use. However, if you are completely new to graphics and media, it’s a good idea to try some free products and watch tutorial videos to learn the basics.

Don’t worry; there are many useful resources easily available. In any case, you can always contact us for expert assistance!

4. Prepare the Narration and Sound Effects

Once you are done with making the video frames using your desired software, it’s time to add the narration as needed. It’s best to write down everything and practice saying it in an appropriate tone several times. This will help you maintain ideal speed and accent throughout.

Review

Congratulations! You just completed the first draft of your video. Review it carefully and make improvements where necessary. Why not ask your friends for feedback?

Creating great animation videos demands practice, patience, and creativity. Looking for some more guidance? Contact us today at Prayan Animations!