Masterclass Series
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Blocking To Spline Masterclass
Blocking to Spline: Mastering the Transition
In this live masterclass, you'll learn how to smoothly move your animation from the blocking stage to spline. Disney Supervising Animator Valentin Amador will guide you step-by-step through his process, showing you how to take your rough, blocked-out scenes and turn them into fluid, polished animation. This course is perfect for animators looking to improve their skills and gain confidence in one of the trickiest parts of the animation process. Watch and learn as Valentin demonstrates live, making complex techniques easy to understand.
Valentin Amador
Disney Supervising Animator
Valentin Amador is a seasoned supervising animator at Walt Disney Animation Studios, with a career spanning both traditional and CG animation. Born in Cadiz, Spain, he honed his skills across Europe, working on notable films like Sinbad, The Illusionist, and Harry Potter. Since joining Disney in 2013, he's contributed to major hits like Frozen, Zootopia, and Encanto, where he led the animation for key characters. Valentin's unique blend of hand-drawn and CG techniques makes him an exceptional teacher in the animation field.
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Catch The Previous Classes
Posing & Appeal, Blocking Masterclass
Blocking Masterclass
US$250.00
Henry Leonardo
This first masterclass leave me with no words, it went beyond my expectations. Amazing. Valentin did an amazing first masterclass which increases my standards of what to look forward to achieve in terms of quality animation and draftmanship, the information and teachings of the masterclass were invaluable, thank you very much for the opportunity of learning from you.
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Sofia Tadiotto
It was very interesting, clear and engaging. I'm so excited even after 3 days form the masterclass!! Valentine was clear and engaging. I think he communicated not only "notions", but the love for animation. I felt the great passion he has, and this let the lesson to be more efficient.
Are these Masterclass for you?
Have you got experience animating?
This class will cover the principles of appeal and translate in 2D and 3D however, some experience in either discipline is recommended to get the most out of the masterclass.
You want to be a feature film animator.
If your goal is to work in feature film, its crucial to know how to create appealing poses to bring your characters to life in an expressive way.
Do you struggle with transitioning from blocking to spline?
Even if you're experienced, seeing how Val tackles this challenge and the techniques he uses to go from blocking to spline will be invaluable to improving / adding to your workflow.
Preparing for Industry Standards
For aspiring animators aiming to break into the animation industry, this class offers a look into the standards and expectations of professional animation production.
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