In term 1, as a rookie getting started with 3d animation and Maya software, I learned a lot from the confusion at the beginning to the whole process of slowly getting started and getting familiar with the production. At the end of term 1, I made a 6-second short animation as the final work. Through this period of study, I have further insights into 3d animation.
According to the feedback from the supervisor, I still have many shortcomings. For example, my blog does not have a very detailed recording and learning process. Because of the previous (bad) study habits, I almost always think of writing blog after completing all the steps. I don’t regard blog as a very important part. I pay more attention to the quality of the results, ignoring the importance of the process. This kind of thinking is wrong.
Therefore, in this semester of study, I will record while learning, including screenshots of the production process and self-criticism, thinking process, valuable references (videos, tutorials, pictures, gifs, inspiration), etc. , To record these materials on the blog, so that learning becomes full and solid.
Regarding the production of Maya’s character animation, I need to study a lot more. For example, lighting settings and lens switching, these two points are not involved in the production of the final animation. As well as the most important role poses and the laws of motion, this is the eternal golden rule for making animation. In addition, for the animation editor, I also need to be more familiar with and master it.
Luke said that “animation editor is our best friend and our biggest enemy”. Making the curve look clean and concise is always the core of making a good animation.
Term 2, the college has arranged more diverse courses for us: Houdini, lighting, unreal engine, cooperative projects and more in-depth performance animation. This means that I will face greater challenges. My idea is to do every project as much well as possible. Put them into a final showreel to lay the foundation for future job hunting is my goal.