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Starting Out in Animation

Hi, I am a college student, and I'd like to get into animation, but I don't know where to start. Does anyone have any tips?

Art Classes is a good start.

Art Classes is a good start.

I loved math and wanted to go

I loved math and wanted to go to college with a math majors, but later I got problems with precalculus, I used https://plainmath.net/secondary/calculus-and-analysis/precalculus for help. But in the end, I realized that I was not that strong and entered animation. I can say that it is better to start by reading books. There are many cool ones like Cartoon Animation with Preston Blair. This will be your foundation.

I too once faced this

I too once faced this challenge and delved into various resources across different topics. To begin, familiarize yourself with the fundamental principles of animation, including timing, spacing, and concepts like squash and stretch. Countless online resources you can get info here, books, and tutorials delve into these basics. Be sure to choose an animation software that suits your needs. Explore online tutorials and courses, where you can find information to grasp the fundamentals of your selected animation software.

Animation, like any skill, flourishes with practice. Allocate time consistently to engage in small projects or exercises, enhancing your skills over time. Lastly, I advise you not to hesitate to share your work for constructive feedback. Whether from peers, online communities, or instructors, feedback can prove invaluable in pinpointing areas for improvement.