Introduction
Before starting to work on my shots, I record reference videos to guide me on how to animate the movement of the characters. It is an essential step to help me identify key poses and breakdowns.
Reference Recordings
What follows next are only some examples of my reference videos. During the course, I learned that it is crucial to:
- Record from a 3/4 angle rather than from a front or side view.
- Record from different perspectives in order to visualize the movement of the character from different angles.
Further Comments
From my personal perspective, recording reference videos can be highly challenging since I sometimes misplace the position of the cameras. Furthermore, it can be difficult to find inspiration on how the character should to move, and therefore, it would be beneficial to work on my acting skills in the future.
On the other hand, it is important to understand that reference videos should only be a guide, and therefore, the animator needs to modify or exaggerate certain poses.