In this 4.5-hour workshop led by Senior Gameplay Animator, Juan Cervilla, you will learn the essential character animations needed for creating professional-looking gameplay. These include walk cycles, run cycles, and attacks. Juan will guide you through his expert Maya workflow, providing valuable tips and techniques for animating game characters that appear believable. Throughout the workshop, Juan will cover the entire Maya animation workflow, starting from the initial planning stages. This includes studying references and analyzing the mechanics of each motion or action. You will gain insights into how to incorporate secondary motions to enhance the overall quality of your animations. By the end of the workshop, you will have a solid understanding of the fundamentals and mechanics behind character motions, enabling you to approach them with confidence.
