Theory Flashcards
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What does 'exaggeration' mean as an animation principle?
Answer: Pushing actions and expressions beyond real life to make them more entertaining
Exaggeration amplifies movements, expressions, and events so they feel more dramatic and interesting than in real life.
What is 'straight ahead' animation?
Answer: Drawing every frame in sequence from first to last
Straight ahead animation means drawing each frame one after another without planning key poses first, creating a spontaneous feel.
What is the 'persistence of vision' theory related to animation?
Answer: The brain retains an image briefly after it disappears, making rapid images appear to move
Persistence of vision explains why a rapid sequence of still images tricks our brain into seeing continuous movement.
What does 'appeal' mean as one of the 12 principles of animation?
Answer: Designing characters that are interesting and pleasing for the audience to watch
Appeal means creating characters with personality and charm that draw the audience in, whether the character is heroic or villainous.
What is a 'flipbook'?
Answer: A small book with images that change slightly on each page, creating animation when flipped
A flipbook is a simple form of animation where sequential images are drawn on pages and flipped rapidly to simulate movement.
What does 'secondary action' mean in animation?
Answer: A smaller action that supports and adds detail to the main action
Secondary actions, like a character's hair blowing in the wind while they walk, add richness and life to the primary movement.
What is 'overlapping action' in animation?
Answer: Different parts of a character moving at different rates so they don't all stop at once
Overlapping action ensures that body parts like tails, clothing, and hair continue moving at different rates, avoiding stiff simultaneous stops.