Timing for Animation
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Book Overview
A classic of animation education since it first published in 1981. For more than 25 years, copies of Timing for Animation have been sitting dog-eared and spine-split on desks and workstations around the world wherever animation is produced. All you need to breathe life into your animation is at your fingertips.
All the vital techniques employed by animators worldwide are explained using dozens of clear illustrations and simple, straightforward directions. Learn how animations should be arranged in relation to each other, how much space should be used and how long each drawing should be shown for maximum dramatic effect. Fully revised and updated, the second edition includes timing for digital production, digital storyboarding in 2D, digital storyboarding in 3D, the use of After Effects and much, much more
Timing shows weight, mood, and power and can make or break an animation - get it right the first time with these tried and tested techniques Get straight to the good stuff with simple, no-nonsense instruction on the key techniques like stretch and squash, animated cycles, overlapping, and anticipationFormat:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0240521609
ISBN13:9780240521602
Release Date:September 2009
Publisher:CRC Press
Length:174 Pages
Weight:1.10 lbs.
Dimensions:0.4" x 7.4" x 9.5"
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"Timing Is Everything" - Highly Recommended
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 15 years ago
Having recently installed and become somewhat proficient using Anime Studio Debut 6, I was thrilled to get a copy of "Timing for Animation". This book contains little in the way of fluff, jumping right in on the importance of using proper timing to set the desired tone and add realism to your animations. Using clever illustrations (many hand drawn) and storyboards to show how elements within a scene should be timed for natural effects (like gravity or animal movement) or comic\caricature effects (like a wild punch from a cartoon character). It also includes timing for elements like rain, conveying emotions, and a section on lip-syncing. While this is a handy book to keep near the computer while working on your animations, you might also find that referring to it while setting up your storyboards will save you time and trouble in the long run. Highly Recommended!
You will learn quickly with this no-frills book
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
I have referred to this book for nearly ten years, and it is still my favorite with regards to the fundamentals of creating naturalistic movement. More concise, less self-indulgent, and less bulky than either Richard Williams' "Animator's Survival Kit" or Frank and Ollie's "Illusion of Life", Whitaker and Halas' "Timing for Animation" allowed me to advance in my knowledge of timing charts and the creation of believable, naturalistic movement more efficiently than either of those two venerable books. While I tend to agree with reviewers who question the book's price, the no-nonsense explanations it contains provide a solid base from which an animator can embark upon further exploration without being too tied to a particular guru's insights.
Must have
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago
I've been a professional animator for over 10 years and I cannot believe that I never had this book before now. I wish I had this to reference on several of my projects. Instead I pretty much re-invented the wheel. It not only shows visuals, but also explains the physics behind what is going on with the graphics. For instance, for a water splash, the author explains how the air affects the volume when an object plunges into water, etc. It really makes sense of what is going on so that the artist can recreate their own version without the need of copying.
A must-have for an animator's reference library
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 23 years ago
I recently purchased a copy of Harold and John's book, and find it to be well-written and easy to follow; were it not for the recent publication of Richard Williams' book 'The Animator's Survival Kit,' I would label 'Timing for Animation' a critical purchase for an animator's arsenal. Wait. I take that back. It IS a critical purchase, but 'The Animator's Survival Kit' also covers this material exceptionally well, too, plus it has SO much more... Bottom line: This book is worth having.
This is a must buy for future animators!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 24 years ago
Although I don't own a copy of this book, I've read most of it. Just as the title says, this book focuses on one of the most important aspects of animation: timing. It's well written and full of exercises and techniques that will help you improve your timing. I've heard that some animation schools use it as a textbook. If you're thinking about a career in the animation industry, this book is a must buy. However, it's pretty hard to find since it's out of print. I think that it's worth the extra effort to own a copy.
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