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Characterful Animation + Playful storytelling = 👀

UK
Joined November 2016
Less time facing creative block More time crafting each creative block 😅 Break down your process to: — Manage steps individually (+ avoid overwhelm) — Find confidence to experiment (then refine) — Set time-frames (+ beat procrastination) — Spot problem areas (to focus on later)
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So excited to share ‘Coral’ - our new frame animation for @oliverdavismusic and his new album BLUE. Stream album - link in bio. #Vimeo vimeo.com/871820863
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Wow! What an incredible time at @playgroundsfest #InMotionLondon Great conversations. An exciting new @Procreate launch from the nicest team ⚡️. And a gathering of mind-blowing talent. If you missed it, here are some fave takeaways: 🧵
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I just uploaded “Laboratoire Garancia - Diabolique Tomate” to #Vimeo: vimeo.com/829539067
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For inspiration, look up, not down. (note to self) Music - Elaine Stritch
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Thanks Patrick - appreciated! Hi Derek, here’s an example we illustrated & animated, but we can be flexible on styles.
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Brief time drawing, beats no drawing… #TinyHabits
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How to deal with creative block: Old way: • Work longer • Grind out ideas • Panic as time runs out • Dig deep feeling exhausted & spent 🧵
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Creative minds overthink everything. We tell ourselves it has to be perfect, so we never start. And that sucks. If you want to make drawing a habit, try this:
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Treat drawing like a health habit… – Keep it simple (sketchbook and pencil is all you need) – Motivate yourself (set playful challenges) – Build a system to keep you sustained (capture ideas) – Show up everyday (keep tools handy)
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Drawing is a great skill for Character Animators in AE. It’s the fastest way to plan an animation, develop a directorial voice and make full use of the animation software. Here's why: 🧵
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