Free Workshop: Acting for Animators
https://youtu.be/ZCJnM2iWo4w Character animators are actors who perform with their pencil or mouse instead of on stage. Join Animator and Series Director Don Kim for this free online workshop to help you create compelling and believable animated...
Tutorial: Animating Dynamic Run Cycles
In this tutorial, veteran animator and Animation Mentor instructor Jason Martinsen walks us through his process for animating a dynamic run cycle in Maya.
Animation Mentor Student Showcase 2025 – Celebrating 20 Years
Presenting the 2025 Animation Mentor Student Showcase, featuring work from our 3D character animation students.
Animation Mentor Student Showcase 2024 – Celebrating Global Creativity
Presenting the 2024 Animation Mentor Student Showcase, featuring work from our 3D character animation students.
Animation Mentor Student Showcase 2023
Presenting the 2023 Animation Mentor Student Showcase, featuring work from our 3D character animation students.
Appeal: The 12 Basic Principles of Animation
The difference between appealing and unappealing animation isn’t limited to subject; what matters is how you present ideas, concepts, and emotional highs/lows to the audience. Learn about Appeal from Disney Toon Studios animator Ethan Hurd!
Solid Drawing: The 12 Basic Principles of Animation
Think you don’t need drawing skills as a 3D animator? Think again! Jay Jackson explains how drawing skills are essential for every animation style and shares some insider tips.
Exaggeration: The 12 Basic Principles of Animation
EXAGGERATION! Learn more from pro Dana Boadway-Masson about how you can use this principle to become a better animator in a BIG and BOLD way.
