Walk Cycle created in Krita using just 4 keyframes.

Krita is a free drawing program which can also be used for frame by frame animation. The above was created using the Krita tutorial here: https://docs.krita.org/en/user_manual/animation.html

You can download Krita for free here: https://krita.org/

Krita - Tutorial for Beginners in 14 MINUTES! [ COMPLETE ]

A very useful tutorial if you want to learn the basics of Krita quickly.

Krita is a free and open-source digital painting and illustration software application. It was developed by the Krita Foundation, a non-profit organization that promotes the use of free and open-source software in the arts. Krita is designed to be used by artists, illustrators, and graphic designers, and it offers a wide range of features for creating digital paintings, illustrations, and other types of digital art. Some of the features of Krita include support for multiple layers, a customizable interface, a range of brush engines and brush settings, support for creating custom brushes, and the ability to import and export various file formats. Krita is available for Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems. https://krita.org/

Happy New Year 2023

May 2023 be your best year yet. HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Santa and the Snowman

My first little project using Cartoon Animator 5. 

Cartoon Animator 5 Tutorial - EPS Import & Animated Character Setup

A useful tutorial, if not a little fast and furious, illustrating the new Spring feature in Cartoon Animator 5.

Nutcracker - Dance of the Sugar Pig Fairy

Created in Moho Pro 13.5

Moho is a popular animation software that is used by many professional animators and studios. It is known for its powerful features and user-friendly interface, which make it a great tool for creating high-quality animations. Moho offers a range of features, including vector-based drawing tools, automatic lip-syncing, motion tracking, and more. It is available in several different versions, including Moho Pro, which offers advanced features for professional animators. 

Animating, an AI's poem

 The art of animating brings life to the page,

A magical transformation, a wondrous sight to see.

With just a few simple lines and strokes of color,

A world of imagination comes to life.

From characters with big expressive eyes,

To creatures that defy the laws of physics,

Animation brings to life the impossible,

And allows us to escape into fantasy.

With each frame and each movement,

The animator weaves a story.

Bringing characters to life with emotion and flair,

And inviting us to join them on their journey.

So here's to the art of animating,

A magical medium that continues to captivate and inspire.

May it continue to bring joy and wonder to all who behold it,

And may its creative spark never fade.

~A.I.

Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay

Best Advice for Learning Animation

As a new animator, the best advice I can give you is to practice, practice, practice! Animation is a skill that takes time and effort to develop, so the more you work on your craft, the better you will become. Additionally, it's important to study the work of other animators and learn from their techniques and styles. This will help you understand what makes good animation and how to create it yourself. Finally, don't be afraid to try new things and experiment with different approaches to animation. This will help you find your own unique style and voice as an animator.

There are many different animation software programs available, and the best one for you to learn will depend on your personal preferences and goals. Some popular animation software programs include:

Adobe Animate (formerly Flash): This is a widely-used program that is good for creating both 2D and 3D animations. It has a wide range of tools and features that can help you create professional-quality animations.

Blender: This is a free, open-source 3D animation program that is popular among both professionals and hobbyists. It has a large user community, so you can find a wealth of tutorials and support online.

Autodesk Maya: This is a professional-grade 3D animation program that is used in the film and gaming industries. It has a wide range of powerful tools and features, but it can be complex to learn.

Ultimately, the best software for you to learn will depend on your personal goals and what you want to create. I would recommend trying out a few different programs to see which one you like best.

One of the best software programs for 2D animation is Adobe Animate (formerly known as Flash). This program is widely used by professional animators and has a wide range of tools and features that make it easy to create high-quality 2D animations. Additionally, it has a large user community, so you can find a wealth of tutorials and support online to help you learn the program. Other popular 2D animation software programs include Toon Boom Harmony, Moho, and TVPaint.

Image by Clker-Free-Vector-Images from Pixabay

Beginners Drawing Advice

 Here are a few pieces of advice for drawing:

1. Start with basic shapes and work your way up to more complex subjects. This will help you get a feel for proportions and composition.

2. Use reference materials, such as photographs or real-life objects, to help you understand perspective and the placement of features.

3. Experiment with different mediums, such as pencils, charcoal, or digital drawing tools, to find the one that works best for you.

4. Practice regularly to improve your skills and develop your own style.

5. Don't be afraid to make mistakes – they are a natural part of the learning process. Use them as an opportunity to learn and grow as an artist.

6. Finally, don't compare your work to others – focus on your own progress and enjoy the process of creating art.

Blender

 Blender is a free and open-source 3D computer graphics software toolset used for creating animated films, visual effects, art, 3D printed models, motion graphics, interactive 3D applications, and computer games. Blender provides a broad range of modeling, texturing, lighting, animation and video post-processing functionality in one package. It is written in C, C++, and Python programming languages, and its source code is available under the GNU General Public License. Blender has been used to create many popular animated films, including the Academy Award-winning short film "Big Buck Bunny".

blender.org - Home of the Blender project - Free and Open 3D Creation Software

Cartoon Animator 5

 Cartoon Animator 5 is a type of animation software that can be used to create 2D animations. It is a powerful tool that offers a wide range of features and tools, including the ability to create characters, add movements and actions, create storyboards, and more. Cartoon Animator 5 is a versatile tool that can be used by animators and graphic designers to create high-quality animations for TV shows, movies, advertisements, and other media. It is the fifth version of the Cartoon Animator software, and it has been updated with new features and improvements.

2D Animation Software for Cartoon Maker | Cartoon Animator (reallusion.com)