Category: Character Animation

Session

What is Golden Pose?

• The golden pose is the most important pose in a shot, it conveys what is happening and how the character feels about it.
• The audience should be able to understand the character’s attitude, action, or intention from the key pose.

What compose good Golden Pose?

• Clear silhouette (space is important)
• Line of Action (C, S, V)
• Balance and Weight
• Asymmetry
• Exaggeration emotion personality

Where you can learn about it?

• All kind of animations, mangas, films, drawing…
• Sculptures (good for observe in different angles)

 Analysis of Animation

I found it helpful to watch the analysis from “Frame by Frame Animation” before starting my own analysis. I feel like I realized that I had never looked deeply into animations, from poses to composition, and that it is these details that make them stand out and appear more appealing.

I chose “Golden” from KPop Demon Hunters for my analysis, I have always enjoyed watching this kind of short animation combined with songs. Other examples include K/DA’s music videos and the anthems from League of Legends. They are always so interesting to watch.

SyncSketch of the clip

Posing

I do not consider myself an “advanced student,” as I only started learning Maya this term. However, I welcome all the challenges.

Reference

Hero Pose

Standing Pose

Happy Pose

Feedback and Revision

Hero Pose

• Move the hips forward to balance the weight.
• Adjust the arms to enhance the C-line in the back view.
• The tip of the toe is important for showing how the character supports its weight.

Happy Pose

Standing Pose

• Move the toe to give the character more personality.
• Rotate the pawn to make the pose more dynamic.