I really don't like that I can't have layers or camera keyframes independent from the panels. Ends up being a conundrum when I have to copy backgrounds over and over or animate both the camera and a simple run cycle/speed lines at the same time.
That's a pretty thoughtful comment--super glad you shared! I think I know how you feel. Wondering if you can create a panel with some layer animation and a camera move, just so you can get the timing right. Then go back and split your panels in the timeline view. Super tedious, and possibly annoying, but you could go back and trace over the location of tween'd layers with proper run poses from your breakdowns. Feel free to drop links so other people can see your work and provide feedback. Thanks for following along!
Kinda agree with you! However, the mechanics and concepts all track when doing subtle or complex animation. Hang in there....we're all learning together!
Man I love your videos, I´ve been doing your animation exercises they´re super easy to understand and straight to the point. I wish I had found them earlier.
Thanks for following along. At the moment, I don't have plans for long form content because these videos are made to help instruct high school students in my class. 3-minute videos work really well for people who want the content, and do the heavy lifting of figuring out the other stuff. Let me know what you have in mind because I can fit it into the queue. For instance, I've been dreaming up a video for a table reading with animatic creation techniques....maybe a little bit of pipeline stuff that leads into rigged animation.
@@lockhartanimation you're so nice thank you so much! could you do one on the 180 rule line? what interests me particularly is how it shifts when the character moves/in relation to other characters appearing/ if character2 passes in front of character 1 does that result in a shift of screen direction in the next shot where u see them together ecc. thank you so much btw
@@sophiastoynova6228 Haha, that one is coming out in the end of March because I'm on vacation. Expect to see kids toys and actions figures in that one! ;) Thanks for following along.
Indeed! It's a good thing my employer has deep pockets. ;). Joking aside, I'd recommend a Cintiq 16 paired to a computer or an iPad with an Apple Pencil if you're on the cheap. The Sketchboard Pros are pretty great iPad holders....I got to try one out at CTN this past October. Super comfy to draw on!
00:07 The storyboard lacks clarity and understanding. 00:51 Use effects animation and duplicate panels to create a more 3D effect 01:35 Storyboard Pro is a helpful tool for duplicating frames and adjusting time. 02:18 Exploring storyboard camera tricks 03:01 Using the Draw behind and fill shape technique to create a metamorphizing character 03:46 Adding action to the animation using camera tricks 04:28 The video discusses how to use storyboarding camera tricks. 05:11 Keyframe animation and zooming are essential techniques for camera moves
Great process video in storyboard pro. Out of curiosity, which version are you running here? Also, if possible, would love to see a similar tutorial utilizing imported 3d models from sketchup or the like. Just subscribed, I'm looking forward to more.
Thanks for the kind words--I appreciate it. Pretty sure Sketchup can produce FBX files, so it's super easy to import those into the project folder library in SBP, and then use the transform tool to position and modify the object. We're heading into finals as the school year ends, so I can probably whip up 2-3 videos in early June. Feel free to email me 3D models or sets if you'd like them to be used in the videos. Cheers!
Your channel is great! I love all these videos! Thank you for taking the time to put them together. The demonstrations with physical objects before animating is particularly useful. Thanks again!
Ah, many thanks for the kind words! I've got a Storyboard Pro 3D camera video in the works....taking forever to get done, but it'll be worth it. Take care!
Great idea, thanks!! Currently working on the next 10 videos to support my students, however I'll fit something during the spring....most likely in April. Thanks for the support! Much appreciated.
