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Animated Performance

Bringing Imaginary Animal, Human and Fantasy Characters to Life
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Animated Performance by Nancy Beiman delves into the art of breathing life into animated characters. This book offers insights into creating compelling performances in animation, focusing on storytelling, character arcs, and feelings. It's a valuable resource for those interested in the technical and creative aspects of animation, enhancing both beginner and professional skills.
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This engaging read may appeal to you if you have a keen interest in creating expressive characters and mastering the skills necessary for dynamic storytelling in animation. The book provides valuable insights into the art of performance, helping animators breathe life and emotion into their work with various techniques and professional tips.

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Animated Performance

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Animated Performance shows how a character can seemingly 'come to life' when their movements reflect the emotional or narrative context of their situation: when they start to 'perform'.

The many tips, examples, and exercises from a veteran of the animation industry will help readers harness the flexibility of animation to portray a limitless variety of characters and ensure that no two performances are ever alike. More than 300 colour illustrations demonstrate how animal and fantasy characters can live and move without losing their non-human qualities.

Interviews with Disney animators Art Babbitt, Frank Thomas, Ollie Johnston, and Ellen Woodbury provide a unique insight into bringing a whole world of characters to life.

New to the second edition: A new chapter with introductory exercises to introduce beginner animators to the world of animated acting; dozens of new assignments and examples focusing on designing and animating fantasy and animal characters.

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Animated Performance by Nancy Beiman receives praise for its focused exploration of character animation, offering detailed, step-by-step guidance aimed particularly at advanced students and professionals. It is lauded for its thoughtful imagination-based exercises and abundant illustrative examples, making it an inspirational read for both beginners and seasoned animators. The book is considered essential for those serious about animation, combining personal, professional, and historical insights into the animation process. Critics highlight its effectiveness as a teaching tool, with commendations on its capacity to inspire and educate aspiring animators.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781501376672

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 January 2021

Country: United States

Imprint: Bloomsbury Academic USA

Illustration: 300 color illus

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 14.0mm

Width: 210.0mm

Height: 270.0mm

Weight: 840g

Pages: 256

About the Author

Nancy Beiman, Professor, Bachelor of Animation, Sheridan College, Oakville, Canada.

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