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2D Character Animation Portfolio

Selected character animation work focused on expressive acting, clear posing, and strong fundamentals

OFFLINE - Process Work

Bench Sequence - Body Mechanics Breakdown

Rough pass to final comp. I boarded, designed, animated, and composited this shot, focusing on the character's personality and weight.

Bench Sequence - Run Cycle Breakdown

I animated this shot, focusing on a quick run cycle with a few fun details. With the opportunity to revisit this shot, I would integrate the animation into the environment from the first pass.

Bench Sequence - Grab Phone Breakdown

A later shot within the same sequence I designed, animated, and composited, with a focus on secondary movement and believable motion.

Supporting Process

Early Expression and Pose Exploration

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Background Paintings

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Early concepts of the backgrounds used in the shot breakdowns, during the beginning of my journey to learn digital painting.

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Final renders of the early concepts, focusing on vibrant colours and overall composition, guiding the eye toward focal points.

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