12 Principles of Animation
"12 Principles of Animation." These principles were developed by Disney animators in the early days of traditional animation and continue to be widely used as guidelines for creating appealing and realistic animations. These principles are: 1. Squash and Stretch: This principle adds a sense of weight and flexibility to objects as they move, emphasizing their volume and giving them a more dynamic appearance. 2. Anticipation: Anticipation prepares the viewer for an action by adding a small movement or gesture before the main action takes place. It helps to make the motion more believable and understandable. 3. Staging: Staging refers to the presentation of an idea or action in a clear and visually appealing way. It involves arranging elements, using camera angles, and emphasizing important aspects to direct the viewer's attention. 4. Straight Ahead Action and Pose-to-Pose: Straight Ahead Action involves animating frame by frame from the starting pose to the end pose,