Animation Basics in 14 Minutes (6 Big ideas for beginners)

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Welcome to Animation for Anyone. In this first class, we dive headfirst into six of the big ideas behind animation and how to start thinking about them together.
A note on software:
We don't touch on software in this class because I believe there are already lots of great tutorials out there but if you're interested in low cost options to get started there are a few that come to mind- Blender is a free 3D package and includes a "Grease Pencil" mode if you're interested in learning 2D animation. Procreate on IOS is inexpensive and has new animation features (simply turn on Animation Assist in the canvas menu). Adobe Creative Cloud suite is certainly not "low cost" but some of you may have access to it for other uses. If that is the case Photoshop and Animate CC both offer powerful animation tools and will be included in your Creative Cloud Membership. I have an in depth, but quite old tutorial for using Photoshop as animation tool here vimeo.com/80851591

[@BenMarriott]

This is a perfect primer for anyone learning animation! :D Such a brilliant presentation

[@AlexGriggAnimation]

Thanks Mr Marriott!

[@michaels76]

Hi Ben Marriot

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[@bring6not12]

what would you or anyone else say is a good next step?

[@deekshiths90890]

3:13 - 1 Speed 5:04 - Acceleration and deceleration 6:11 - squash and stretch 6:44 - Anticipation 7:35 - Overshoot 8:01 - Arc

[@MucusFilmsLtdhamburger]

thanks

[@Strudlll]

Thanks this is helpful cuz I already watched all the ones on shorts

[@kalengakale8717]

Legend

[@patitninla-or5920]

Thanks

[@siddalingaswamy7131]

❤

[@CameronMcManus]

Love how you framed it with how the animation is "feeling." Reminding beginners it's an intuitive process is really important!

[@AlexGriggAnimation]

I'm glad you liked that. Im trying to make these classes about creating the animation you want to see rather than " correct " animation.

[@ishisri2011]

As someone who is literally starting at zero in animation, this felt pretty great and was easy to grasp, Thanks a lot for this

[@blossmh4238]

how is it going so far? are u still learning?

[@axelik22]

come on u gotta answer! how is it going?

[@RedManeWritingandIllustrating]

Please cuz im just starting too

[@saaaagar]

Just amazed how is it even free, far more better than some paid courses thank you for making it available for all. You made it so simple to understand the concepts it's easy to follow along 💜✨ thank u so much once again

[@AlexGriggAnimation]

Thanks so much. I'm glad you're enjoying it :)

[@dilinalakmal9051]

Yeha...

[@wangjiashi1984]

我饿

[@elloingo]

Really love how the principles arent framed as rules to sweat over but more as a toolkit to help see whats working and what isnt

[@_Cozzy-Bread_]

You gave us homework??

[@CatzGod-CatzloveToast]

💀

[@karatecouchpotatosandwich]

Yess..🙂 and now you gotta practice

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😂😂😂😂

[@justa_fan0fKG]

That's how you can practice bro it's just great that he gave us homework.

[@buto_ijo.]

animate or eliminate

[@Bjornybaby]

Never seen these ideas expressed so clearly and accurately. Really learned a lot with this

[@AlexGriggAnimation]

Hey thanks Bjorn :)

[@mitchographer]

This is really really brilliant. I've been teaching animation for over 10 years (in schools/workshops/uni) and there's definitely a few approaches to teaching here I've never thought about before! Thanks alex!

[@worscohli]

This is like the best tutorial ive ever seen for anything on youtube. Its clear, its specific, and it explains things rather than leaving it in the air for guessing

[@webwolf404]

Probably the best animation course ever...I started teaching animation years ago and had to take a long break now I'm coming back into it and this is incredible

[@NhiNguyen-hz9se]

I cant thank you enough for this amazing animation crash course, I always wanted to see these core principles of animation put together, the 12 ones are kinda overwhelming to me sometimes, you put it so well, thank you so much, your channel is like a goldmine for beginner animators like me, so entertaining and easy to understand! You are such a great teacher! THANK YOU!!!

[@AlexGriggAnimation]

Oh I'm really glad you enjoyed it. I had trouble learning via the 12 principles too so I thought I'd try and tackle things a different way.

[@gatzyuploadsstuff2486]

Oh my gooooooood!!! I can't believe how well this is presented and how long it must have taken you to do these, And what blows my mind is this is all free.. Thank you soo much alex you have helped plebs like us big time with this, These tuts will be game changer

[@luketribedotcom]

Loved it. Short, sharp and punchy. I look forward to the next lessons!

[@AlexGriggAnimation]

Thanks luke!

[@thawzin2892]

wow , this is the perfect place to start , instead of going into details stuffs, you go right in and talk about big concepts in general . really helpful. This is what I am looking for.

[@TedHJones]

This is going to improve the quality of animation EVERYWHERE and make it so accessible. Mad props Alex, I hope you know how much of a game changer this is 🙌👏👏👏

[@omarsaad361]

it feels illegal that this content is free

[@Br4ntburz]

Without a doubt the best crash-course anything I've ever watched. The presentation is utterly sublime and conveys basic technical knowledge in a way with great brevity and visual clarity.

[@MrJangojim]

Fantastic intro into animation! Wish I had seen this before I made my animated series a few years ago. Took me many months to figure out these principles. Keep it up, Alex!

[@namratauanvekar9589]

Thank you Alex. This is indeed one of the best courses I have even opted for. I always wanted to learn animation but I used to feel so intimidated. You have made it so clear and amazingly simple for us to understand.

[@mysteriathe8474]

this was so well structured and awesome that I feel bad for watching it for free.

[@RamenSharkGames]

Thank you for these Alex! I felt like I wanted to pick up animating this time around but its been a real mess trying to get started - your series has been a HUGE help and I'm watching them over and over again to get the principles ingrained - so again, thank you for taking the time to produce these videos, they've been amazing to learn from!

[@roscoe999]

Hell yes, this is awesome. The whole vid doesn't feel rushed or bloated, feels just as long as it needs to be to get those ideas down.

[@MathiasLynge_]

Really great introduction to 6 of the animation principles! This channel will be my go-to from now on, when people ask about the best way to learn the basics of animation 😍👏

[@Antony_Oscar]

I don't think I've ever seen or heard these principles explained this clearly. I usually absolutely HATE doing really basic "beginner exercises" like animating a ball, but halfway through this video I was ITCHING to animate a ball. XD

[@AlexGriggAnimation]

Oh that's so cool to hear!

[@JakeInMotion]

This is presented so well! Thank you for all the effort you put into beautifully introducing these principles.

[@nobitanobi]

Thank you! As an animator, I always struggled understanding speed. Many teachers try to explain but it wouldn't compute....but tis finally made me understand! Can't wait to see more!

[@bdzr8306]

Thank you for this awesome free course. The presentation is freaking good, can't wait to see another course from you.

[@deepjoshi5898]

that's some quality content on youtube for 2d animators for the first time. keep making these videos

[@AkhilPatel]

One of the most amazing teachers that I have come across on youtube. Such clarity in teaching makes it so easy to learn. Thank you so much! Will make sure I do all the homework :)

[@ChunkMotion]

Incredibly well put together where each idea builds upon the last. Opening on the question on how the animation feels is perfect!

[@AlexGriggAnimation]

I'm glad that came through :)

[@movntn]

Awesome introduction! I love the simplified list of principles. Can’t wait to see more!

[@_chrliymi]

Wooooaahh, every word you say in this video feels like im learning how to animate for the first time again. Its just that you really explained how the basics of animation works well, like how i studied too much before and u just made it into one video. Ty man i rlly forgot how to animate so i had to study again, totally give u a sub, u deserved it

[@user-zn6rg9qn9h]

Thank you SO MUCH for putting these videos together! I love your course!

[@axolotales]

This is so good, it's explained in a simple way, that you can't help but to understand :D Appreciate your whole series, perspective changing for me

[@dimatr7593]

these are just pure gold, thank you for making and sharing them!

[@aadarashkumar5934]

Just enough information not too much …simple .. not overpowering ..intriguing and the best part is the homework to engage the audience and practice ..can’t wait for future episodes 🙌🙌🔥🔥.. all the very best

[@dtkeight]

This channel is literally gold! Thank you so muck for making this

[@chocortez23]

so far like the best of many tutorials I have watched!! wonderful!!

[@ParaSMG]

This is spectacular! Clear and straight to the point. Also easy to follow along. Great work 👍

[@Malin7709]

Thank you! This was amazing, easy and helped SO much. Loved doing the homework

[@dixieechann]

What a seamless and beautiful way of presenting the lesson!

[@TurKisH354]

This is so cool, i'm impressed with the quality of this video, so neat! Well done!

[@jimmsonline]

Great job Alex. Thank you for the effort in making it so simple to watch.

[@abhinavkarkare]

Simple yet very effective. Awesome explanation.

[@Pain-95]

The idea and presentation couldn’t be more batter if not perfect. Thanks for sharing the treasure with us.

[@ShikisStupidComics]

I just discovered your tutorials and they're amazingly helpful! Thanks a lot!

[@freudijpg]

So lovely! Enjoyed every second of it! 1A presentation, voiceacting and content! Instant Golden Star!

[@samanthaesqueda3369]

Really love the way you explain it !! I've been whatchin many things trying to learn it, and have always been confuse, until this!!!! thanks!!

[@jessehenao4555]

Just stumbled upon your channel as i'm getting into animation and I just wanted to say THANK YOU. Such a clear and concise lesson !

[@loneangler9063]

Great video!!! Im a decent artist, but I've always wanted to dip My toe in animation, videos like this breaking down animation and explaining it in a way to where everyone can understand it is awesome!!!

[@allenatmosphere]

Awesome work man!! So easy to understand! Can't wait for the next lessons!

[@leemski]

So far your tutorial are the best ones I’ve seen about animation and also about Procreate Dreams! Really awesome, thank you!❤

[@JorgedelCampoAndrade]

What a wonderful 2D animation tutorial!! Thanks for this great material!! 🎉❤✌️

[@anchitsharma5079]

Loved it . so well articulated , and layered . It feels welcoming to dive back into the fundamentals just because of its simplistic approach . I thought of the word "variety /contrast" to also add in the checklist as that itself can open new outlets. Looking for more videos

[@karen.olivos]

This was awesome and super well explained!! Thank you! looking forward for next classes!!

[@theshortinfo.]

Time waste 0% Knowledge 100% THANKYOU SIR FOR THIS VIDEO🥰

[@odduckOasis]

I used to animate little dots on my post-it notes. Perfect tiny little flip books lol. Thanks for all of this, very useful to remind how things work!

[@mariaraigom4874]

This is really helpful, thank you so much for your effort and work to bring life this course Alex!! :))

[@annisanazzahra2672]

Hi There, I really appreciate for everything that you’ve done for this channel. You’ve successfully make the knowledge easily accessible for anyone. Your way of explaining things are on the next level of teaching, it’s genius!! I’m an Interior Designer that currently want to learn Animation. For a real beginner like me your channel is a real Treasure. Thank You So So Much!!!!

[@LakbayKomiks]

I am speechless. In just 14 minutes it got me into base foundation already for animation. My imagination is running wild. Thank you for sharing.

[@DuongNguyen-gx4xg]

Wow, this is so helpful, clever demonstration, so easy to understand. Thank you so much, Alex!

[@shimenmelarashid7107]

So well explained, thank you so much! :)

[@atgstudios8624]

just loved the way you explained and made it easy, Thank you for all the efforts that you put making this video !

[@healthyhearingloss9953]

Best video yet to understand animation!!! Thank you so much for sharing. Great work.

[@user-sp3jy7jo1i]

Wonderful teaching.❤

[@radharcanna]

That’s an excellent introduction. Thank you.

[@TorQueMoD]

OMG, what a beautiful explanation of frame spacing. Thank you for sharing :)

[@SilasSWF]

Execelent introduction concepts. Thank you!!

[@RukkmansWorld]

What an amazingly well put together video.. i have seen the same concepts in this video explained many times.. this is the FIRST time i actually realised its USES... because it was put in such a clever way...

[@GreenlifeFin]

Omg. Perfect, simple basics. Thank you!

[@debbyliu3726]

god damn this is soooooo goood!!!! i love the practical part right after you introduced the whole ideas. everything is logical, practical, and extremely useful. thank you so much for this video

[@hi-space]

Wow, the way you explained animation is just amazing

[@kalaamiiii]

I loved every second of this. Learned new things and didn't get distracted! 💗

[@sofsof7573]

Thank you so much. So clear, easy to follow and engaging. Thanks so much!

[@PrathmeshJagtap]

Yes definitely enjoyed the video. Thank you for creating such an amazing animation tutorial.

[@ericispublius]

WOW! This is so helpful!! I'm trying to add animation to my video journalism & come from a background with zero animation experience. I feel like I learned so so so much from this video. I can't believe that information like this exists on the internet FOR FREE Thank you so so much!

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you deserve more recognition

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Awesome work and content! Love the format!

[@shristithapa9229]

Watching your video for the first time and it's really worth it. I was learning animation by myself a few years back but stopped in between cause I felt I would never be good at it. After watching your video I'm planning to start from scratch again. Thanks for igniting the flame which was long gone.

[@AnaBela1990]

this was brilliantly explained! you have a new subscriber

[@aurelie1303]

I think that I can finally start my new journey in animation with a great teacher! Thank you!

[@JasonRamasami]

Mr Grigg you are a natural teacher. Bravo.

[@ClearviewDriving]

Thank you, this was brilliant!

[@tazammulhossain]

Wow. Wonderful and easy explanation.

[@mofubunsart]

Thank you so much!! I’ve been wanting to get into animation but it’s always felt daunting to me. This was the most clearest explanation of the principles 😊

[@user-is9sy4vn7g]

Seriously an amazing video! Watched it 3 times. Thank you for the amazing presentation that clearly depicts the six important animating components.

[@slartibartfast7921]

This is such a great video, exactly what I was looking for. You’re a great teacher mate.

[@tonytrandesignYT]

Hell yes! Getting back into learning animation. Killer video to start learning from the ground floor again. Great introduction and very easy to follow. Plus it's very mellow watch. A+++

[@erwinsiron]

High quality lesson!

[@jacklien123]

Love this. really clear and easy to understand!

[@jakubjezovic]

Awesome class! Really nice way to present these basic principles, well done!

[@ashanair8203]

This was such a pleasure to watch and learn from. Thank you sm!!

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This is has to best simple animation video I have seen

[@helloemilymills]

Just discovered your channel and I love your teaching style! Soothing voice, great visuals, and you explain concepts really well. :)

[@mlua26]

awesome tutorial and free to boot! thanks a lot bro!

[@MayarElshahat]

Alex thank you very much for doing this!

[@Isaac-lt3nn]

This is so well presented, it's like I just had whole new understanding of what I already know about animation. Good job

[@gualdim]

This is pure gold, thank you!!!!

[@gregoryward4099]

hi. Thank you very much for your videos. Very precise, and pedagogical !