Reading Time: 3 minutesFeatured image: Inking and painting an animation cel, 1969. Image Credit: Janke at English Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0, via Wikimedia Commons CEL ANIMATION DEFINITION & MEANING Cel animation is a traditional 2D animation technique where characters and objects are drawn on transparent sheets called cels, then layered over painted backgrounds and photographed one frame… Continue reading What is Cel Animation? Definition, Process & Why It Still Matters
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What is Rotoscope Animation? Definition, History & Modern Use
Reading Time: 5 minutesROTOSCOPE ANIMATION DEFINITION & MEANING Rotoscope animation is when animators trace over live-action footage, frame by frame, to create smooth, realistic movement. Originally done by projecting filmed scenes onto glass for tracing, today it’s mostly done digitally using animation software. Where rotoscoping came from, the early days. Max Fleischer invented the technique in 1915. His… Continue reading What is Rotoscope Animation? Definition, History & Modern Use
What is Vector Animation? Definition, How It Works, & Why It Matters
Reading Time: 3 minutesVECTOR ANIMATION DEFINITION & MEANING Vector animation is a digital animation technique that uses mathematically defined shapes (vectors) instead of pixels. This allows animations to be scaled to any resolution without losing quality, making it ideal for motion graphics, web content, and 2D animation that requires flexibility and clarity. Vector vs bitmap animation – what’s… Continue reading What is Vector Animation? Definition, How It Works, & Why It Matters
What Does an Animator Do? Roles, Skills, & the Animation Pipeline
Reading Time: 6 minutesANIMATOR DEFINITION & MEANING An animator creates motion by sequencing individual frames that bring characters, objects, or environments to life. This work spans traditional 2D drawings, 3D computer-generated characters, and stop-motion puppets, and plays a central role in film, TV, video games, and interactive media. Animator job description Animators are visual performers. They control timing,… Continue reading What Does an Animator Do? Roles, Skills, & the Animation Pipeline
The History of Anthropomorphism in Film. Meaning and Examples
Reading Time: 6 minutesWhat is Anthropomorphism? Definition & Meaning Anthropomorphism is the attributing of human traits, emotions, or intentions to non-human entities, such as animals, plants, or inanimate objects. It is a common literary device used in myths, fables, and storytelling, where animals or objects are often portrayed as having human-like qualities, such as the ability to speak,… Continue reading The History of Anthropomorphism in Film. Meaning and Examples