Is this the most comprehensive animation course? Alive Review

[@dmauleon]

You too should make a beginners course for animation, Grantt. You are the best teacher I have found and I am sure it would help all of us. It does not have to be this deep but a good foundation for people starting with animation in Blender. Just a suggestion 😜

[@darkunykorn404]

I second this! Grant's the best Blender teacher I've found

[@grabbitt]

Maybe one day! I may well make a short course as a simple guide maybe as a precursor to a more detailed course like the one Pierrick has done here

[@darkunykorn404]

@@grabbitt That'd be cool! Basics of animation, esp. if it included something about rigging :)

[@jafarsadiq6226]

@@grabbitt Basic and advance also

[@dmauleon]

@@grabbitt Yes!!!! That would be awesome. Something for beginners so we can later do more advance courses if we want… Nobody like you to teach us those basic concepts. Looking forward to that course!!!!

[@pencil9879]

I searched the whole KZbin but couldn't find much detailed videos specifically on animation in Blender . I think this is a much needed course

[@techies_gaming8091]

all of his course is amazing, i do want to purchase one of them, mainly in the character development, but sadly i have not enough money now, maybe someday, ... hopefully.... he is my real inspiration

[@destroyonload3444]

Thanks for the review! I'm getting this for my son now. These skills are more widely applicable than people can imagine, and I prefer courses that are more direct and you may get a little lost here and there. That little bit of struggle helps the lesson be really learned. Appreciate all your honest reviews!

[@grabbitt]

Glad it was helpful!

[@robbie9629]

Thanks Grant, I just got this course because of your review and I'm loving it! It is quite a fast pace and the information can come at you like a tidal wave, but you can always re watch the lessons. I've been using Blender for about a year and have not really done much animation before, always found it too confusing, but this course is making it much more clear to me.

[@darkunykorn404]

I'm not even surprised that, exactly when I was wondering whether I wanted to purchase this, Grant came and did us a solid by reviewing it

[@MadquakeCreative]

Ok... I bought the course two days ago. The fact that you gave it your imprimatur makes me even happier of my purchase!!!!

[@dougmaisner]

Love your stuff, Grant. Hopefully you've got more courses coming soon yourself!

[@grabbitt]

yeah i'm doing a very simple beginners course at the moment and then i'll do an environment one soon after.

[@jasperzatch610]

Thanks so much for sharing this. Ive got a line up of devcourses to do right now and then i should feel more then ready for this. thanks for all you do Grant!

[@jafarsadiq6226]

I understand blender by watching and following your teaching. Your teaching style is very easy. If you make courses it will be super helpful.

[@grabbitt]

i have a very basic beginners guide to animation which is probably a good intro before a course like this

[@FateShape]

The bad is basically if you've used or know the concepts of IK, then it's a non-issue. Glad he skips all the beginner filler that you can simply search it up. A great time saver!

[@Yurup]

From a different course I;ve gotten from Pierre: His French accent is very heavy but he usually provides subtitles, might still be a problem to some. He also did use one addon in a previous course which I never was able to get working. Being newer to Blender and not knowing how to find work arounds this halted my progress. I have no idea if he does use addons in this course but it might be something to keep in mind.

[@jeremythompson1905]

Which course and which add on if you don’t mind me asking.

[@grabbitt]

in this course he uses a simple rig script but it should all be fine to operate and very simple

[@philippelepilote7946]

Quel accent français ? lol !

[@Pik3rob]

good to see he puts subtitles. his accent is kind of thick, but generally even if understandable i tend to prefer subtitles to make sure I don't misinterpret anything being said.

[@Hongsen]

Yes I do agree with you but I have no problem to catch the Pierre accent because because I have gone through lots of his videos and courses.

[@AnimatorBlender]

Absolutely love the recommendation!

[@nealcaffrey4837]

I have done this last course about the rigging and it's very very technical and complet, I had to take my times because there are a lot of information, he goes in depth, so yeah It will be the same here. I love this creator

[@star-warsien]

Thank you for doing this review, I was eyeing this course and I'm completely new to animation and Blender. I spent most of my life in Software Engineering (coding) and I always wanted to create my own short films, even as a kid. I will probably look at CG cookie or even your course before trying the Alive one... Thanks again!

[@lucienbruzzese2514]

I watched curtis holt's review and I was waiting for yours. Thanks a lot. :) I think I'm going to buy this course before the price goes up.

[@grabbitt]

yeah i really think its worth it :)

[@filmswiththefellas4203]

I was just looking for an animation course, so this video was perfect timing. Looking forward to trying it out and have a course rather than just messing around

[@limitlessinmind]

This kind of premium animation is much needed, we blenderers are not always hobbies but professionals as well!

[@AdrianW3D]

how about you do a real beginner course in animation like you wish he had done! Would watch it in a heartbeat. Great review!

[@grabbitt]

Maybe one day!

[@proningtiger]

I just started the course. I would say watch the videos multiple times solves the repetition problem. I rewatched all of chapter 2 almost 3 times. Which super helped

[@jeremythompson1905]

Really appreciate your content and reviews man.

[@grabbitt]

Thanks

[@badbad6163]

It is time for me to express my gratitude for your great tutorials all the while! :)

[@SunilYadavx101]

Bought the course yesterday have gone through chapter 2 I am experienced In blender so everything was easy to understand for me

[@NabPunk]

Great! I was looking for an in depth look into animation in Blender, but the free resources are quite limited, and I found that the stuff I animate look robotic, and drab. Perhaps this is what I need to make my creations look *Alive!*

[@captainpawpawchannel]

I would say the opposite, you have plenty of resources on youtube for whatever Blender topic imho, but if these courses are good, why not...

[@digitalhouse6969]

i wish i had the money to get this legendary course

[@murrowboy]

I think a lot of the assumed knowledge is his belief that the audience see Alive! as a continuation to his Art of Effective Rigging Course. Animation does come after rigging after all. I wish he would make a material course too. It's unfortunate he only has 50k subs on KZbin, he's such a good instructor. Maybe it's his accent.

[@m0rph3u5.]

Will definitely add on my wishlist. I love these videos, they are so informative. Thanks for the Blender Secrets book recommendation, it was really superb ;)

[@grabbitt]

Good to hear🙂👍

[@williammiranda2268]

Greetings from Colombia!!

[@oiganamitio]

Buena mi perrro!

[@TheThehwashere]

It looks cool. But I spent over 30K learning how to animate and to be Honest I rather learn from you. Because you are a good teacher who is qualified and Blender User. and Royal Skies is fun gets to the point and really has a good amount of Basic's in Blender and some animation and the videos are not that long. I have watched some of the video's and usually, there is some foresight with the user knowing blender. His stuff is not really aimed at beginners.

[@TsiratiugZ]

I hate to be the dissenting voice, but I kind of regret getting this course. Now I'm not a Blender expert by any stretch, but I'm also not a complete beginner. However, for a comprehensive course, I found that the pace was a bit too quick at times and some topics which I would consider fundamental to animation were glossed over (e.g. rigging). Also, many of the tutorials start post-setup with things such as rigs already created and python scripts being introduced with little to no explanation of their origin or how to reproduce for our own projects (or why we might need to). Another example of glossing over was in the squirrel section where we got a sped up video of setting up the animation keying set. While the concept was introduced in a previous video, I would have appreciated a real time, step-by-step walkthrough as I found the sped up video to be of little value. As such, I often found myself pausing the video so I could look up more detailed explanations on the internet because I couldn't reproduce what was being shown. Finally, while I would never fault someone for having an accent, it does get in the way at times and I found myself repeatedly stopping/rewinding to catch what was just said. I know subtitles are available, but I'd rather be focusing on what's happening on screen in Blender as opposed to reading as it's way too easy to miss an action being shown. While these may seem like little issues in isolation, they add up to a sense of quickly getting left behind as the lessons progress. I also don't want to imply that there isn't a lot of valuable content here, there is. Just know that beginners in Blender may feel overwhelmed.

[@grabbitt]

it's good that you put your opinion here as it can help others decide.

[@fowlplay210]

You are right.The course sucks

[@Ser_meowsalot]

Just bought it, latest chapter came out with 20 percent discount. Score!

[@EzLevi]

I bought it today cuz im studying 3d, rn its summer holidays for me so i like to take extra info. I have the basics of animation and all this stuff for this price is such a good deal :D

[@warlord2670]

Thanks for the review. Doing more research as the upcoming Blender sale approaches, wondering if I should purchase this animation course or the ToAnimate course as a intermediate Blender user.

[@grabbitt]

I've not tried the to animate course

[@TheSteveTheDragon]

Currently cramming on unity but I'm definitely goign to pick this up!

[@Cross40Productions]

Already grabbed it with your code :) thanks Grant

[@thesoulofmusic7871]

I think you should make a beginners course for animation, I will wait it

[@Tempus0]

Just what I was looking for! course bought :)

[@Pik3rob]

you said that you should have at least some basic experience in animation before doing the course. is there any course or set of videos that you think would get people to the level where they can comfortably transition into this course? for instance do you think your beginners guide to animation playlist would be enough, or would you recommend checking out something else? I know you mention CG Cookie, but that seems like a full course that covers a bit more than the basics. also, when you talk about how completing the course doesn't automatically make you an animator, are you referring mainly to how you need to apply the techniques learned consistently through other projects to be an animator, or is there anything specific you think is probably missing from the course that viewers should study afterwards?

[@grabbitt]

Yes exactly that. I think if you have done my beginners guide it should give you just enough insight but it does depend on how you get on

[@Pik3rob]

@@grabbitt great to see that the barrier to entry isn't high then. thanks for the response.

[@Nibbylol]

Does the trident shot come with the course? @Grant I know he said he was going to add stuff in , just not sure if he did, and does it come with the project file?

[@grabbitt]

I'm afraid I don't remember. Check out his site as I'm sure he'll have the info

[@usmanmughalart2834]

Sir i would like to have a course from Your side !! I hope you'll make it soon !! Besttt wishes

[@brewmeup5827]

Perfect... I had been looking for something like this... would you suggest taking a rigging course before something like this? I have learned some rigging topics,.. I know what IK/FK are and so forth.. but I learned that stuff in Maya not in Blender

[@grabbitt]

I think you will be fine without a rigging course

[@fewanew8994]

@2:37. This is my struggle right now. I bought the course but I feel that Pierrick explains things too quickly😣and I have a hard time following him. Can I have the link for the CG Cookie course pls?😅

[@grabbitt]

It might be worth going back to at some point after a little more experience👍

[@fowlplay210]

pierrick is a terrible teacher.His timelapse is aweful.I am presently on the squirrel part and i hate it

[@eliaslns7143]

Nice

[@Morraak]

I saw this and was wondering if I should get it! Do you think this would pair well with your character course for blender?

[@grabbitt]

I think so yes

[@GE0attack]

Thanks for this detailed review. Can you rec some Maya animation beginner & intermidate courses. im interested in animation I'm learning graphic design now would love to work in 3d because my 2d/drawings is sub par.

[@antonryabukhin5680]

Huge thnx

[@oiganamitio]

I always buy everything you recommend :D

[@grabbitt]

Let me know how you get on and how you find them :)

[@Gleem90]

It seems like i should do his rigging tutorial first?

[@grabbitt]

Yes it helps

[@Kullervo456]

Nice, just picked up using affiliate link.

[@IstyManame]

TL;DR does it include rigging (aside from other courses)?

[@grabbitt]

I bit from what i remember

[@caramel7149]

This looks amazing! Does earlybird apply to the creator of alive course's set of products, or just specifically that course?

[@grabbitt]

Just that course

[@caramel7149]

@@grabbitt Thanks for the info!

[@EarlyMorrow3D]

Hi! Is this still relevant today after 3years? or would you recommend a different course? Looking for intermediate to advanced and deep/detailed like this one

[@grabbitt]

I would say yes it's probably the best for that level

[@EarlyMorrow3D]

@@grabbitt Gotcha! Thanks for the fast reply!

[@smashmanpuppy2069]

Is it suitable for 2D

[@grabbitt]

to some degree but its mainly just about 3d animation

[@encapsulatio]

What courses do you recommend for 2D and 2.5D animation in Blender?

[@grabbitt]

Good question which I need to look into

[@DanMcLaughlin]

Grant - again - coupons?

[@NalonB]

In description.

[@DanMcLaughlin]

Referencing an earlier video where Grant is giving out coupons for graphic tablets. I'm being the gadfly here, I need a second tablet :)

[@grabbitt]

i'll sort more out tomorrow morning :)

[@TheShadesOfBlack]

Man. I’ve just started working with rigging and animation after using blender for a long time. That early bird price is super appealing to me. Unfortunately, college is starting soon and my wallets a bit strapped for cash. Does anyone know how long the discount will be available?

[@grabbitt]

It might say on the page I don't recall though

[@karthiknallan559]

Hey, I don't think it'll stay for to long so I'd recommend you get it soon if you are able to. I got the course a couple of days ago and I can 100% vouch for it. He has also mentioned that he would be adding more content to the course in the future, and will increase the price of the course upon each addition. The people who already bought the course will get the additions for free. Basically the price will go up in the future and it's currently at its best right now!

[@TheShadesOfBlack]

@@karthiknallan559 I believe the sale ends today. Unfortunately I just can’t afford it. But when I get my next paycheck, I’ll probably pick up his rigging course and start there.

[@karthiknallan559]

@@TheShadesOfBlack Ah that's unfortunate. Good luck with that!

[@WCCXtra]

I'm sure there will be another sale in the future, maybe the holidays.

[@manthiravelshakthi6688]

Can we get those models too?

[@salohkcin]

Yes!

[@manavgala2361]

Yeah the rigged models are included in the course and can be used non commercially, like for your social media or portfolio

[@aronseptianto8142]

do you have any good suggestion for a more "acting" animation courses?

[@grabbitt]

There are elements of that writing this one. But general 2d animation courses will be fine for that

[@thealmightypin8080]

What are your suggestions for sculpting and rigging courses?

[@grabbitt]

See my hope to learn rigging video. Im about to review a sculpting course so Wyatt this space. There always my own character course😉

[@thealmightypin8080]

@@grabbitt I love your videos so I'll check it out thanks!

[@Aditya-lc5uk]

Is this course still relevant ?? Like how do i learn animation now if there is hardly any good intermediate-advanced animation course and this one is outdated 😭 It is blender 4.0 now and the course was released 3-4yrs ago !!

[@grabbitt]

I think they keep it up to date. I also have an animation course, but it's beginner to intermediate

[@DallamDealer]

Yes, the course is still relevant. It was updated to Blender 4.x so the rigs all work and the information in the course is invaluable, though his accent can be a little thick sometimes.

[@rl2388]

Question: Which one is better: buying animation course online or actually take a diploma (one year) in animation? Because nowadays lots of tutorials are on the internet, so what makes buying online course different?

[@grabbitt]

If you have the focus I would say am online course is better in many ways but not completely

[@uzairbukhari99]

Can you recommend a great rigging course for blender?

[@grabbitt]

Same person does s rigging course which is very comprehensive

[@rookone6778]

Do you recommend this course for making animations for game characters?

[@grabbitt]

Yes

[@erwinmeisel2545]

Would you recommend this course to a C4D user as well, or is it too Blender specific?

[@grabbitt]

It certainly is specific but the principles are the same in all software

[@erwinmeisel2545]

@@grabbitt Thank you! Sometimes Blender tutorials help me to understand C4D better.

[@Cadence24]

what cgcookie course are you talking about?

[@grabbitt]

Their animation courses are very good

[@SRIHARI-t8h]

is it worth for begginers and is worth in 2023

[@grabbitt]

It's a great course but it's fairly advanced. I have an animation course coming out Friday which is more suited to beginners

[@corzbeats8788]

The coupon doesn’t work no more orrr am I typing it wrong ? Can someone help “Early bird”?

[@grabbitt]

It's not in early bird anymore

[@JAGZaz]

Can i begin your course on udemy first then this one?

[@grabbitt]

That would work well

[@Chris-Brown-]

What about CG Fast Track courses?

[@grabbitt]

dont think they have done a animation one but i could be wrong

[@ishworpathak3632]

Sir, I had a question. Do you think the blender cloud animation course compares with this one?

[@grabbitt]

I've not seen that myself

[@ishworpathak3632]

@@grabbitt I would highly recommend to check it out, the animators of blender animation studio have made the course.

[@shia8938]

@@ishworpathak3632 I think this one is a lot more in depth and shows a lot of the theory behind every principle.

[@tejasmr1433]

Will this discount lasts till 12 sept? Please answer if u know 😔

[@grabbitt]

I don't know

[@manthiravel6274]

I'm from India. I want to buy this course, but I don't know how to buy this, because wherever I search (artstation, gumroad and his own website ) all in dollars and I don't know how to make payments. Can you tell me how to make payment if you know? And I searched in internet too, I can't find any clear way of doing it. Thank you

[@grabbitt]

I'm sorry I don't know that one

[@danielnorton9803]

I'm surprised you gave an actual review of a course. Has Frenchie tried to cancel you yet?

[@supertenchoo4271]

what about cubic world from cg boost

[@TheTenebraX23]

I’m following it, it’s nice if you like the style it teaches

[@yeye3999]

Hey Grant, do you still draw every day?

[@grabbitt]

No. I try to draw a fair bit but can't fit it in every day at the moment

[@stranger_vlog_tv]

is this course available in udemy sir....?

[@grabbitt]

Not that I know of

[@stranger_vlog_tv]

@@grabbitt sorry i thought this is your course sir...

[@m.fantasma7508]

Does it give you certification?

[@grabbitt]

Not sure

[@omerfi]

Giveaway please :D

[@mudassirali3209]

Love from Pakistan

[@SaMSVlogs52]

Thanks for the help buddy , I made this project m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/iXfRan6cqJyeqZY We have mentioned you in the credits

[@darkknight3691]

Rgji

[@fowlplay210]

Its an awfull courae extremly beginner unfriendly.He rushes over a lot of things.I am not purchasing another course made by him

[@grabbitt]

yes its certainly a intermediate to advanced course which i did try to say in the review. My own course is a lot more beginner friendly and may help you.