Demystifying Multi-Character Animation in Maya [Coloso, Ere Santos]
- Publisher
- Coloso
- Product Type
- Video Course
- Author
- Ere Santos
- Language
- English, English Official Subtitles
- Duration
- 10:36
- Release date
- Jul 25, 2025
- Skill level
- Project Files
- Yes
- Product Price
- $204
Staging Your Performance: Crafting the Connections
Creating animation scenes with multiple characters can feel intimidating, but once you understand the process, it becomes far more approachable. In this class, Ere Santos, a seasoned 3D character animator with credits on Moana 2, Ron's Gone Wrong, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, and more, will guide you through every step of crafting dynamic, believable character interactions. From planning to polish, you’ll learn how to break down complex scenes into manageable parts and streamline your approach with confidence.You’ll explore each phase of bringing a scene to life - from camera setup and posing to establishing fluid, connected movement between characters. Along the way, Ere shares essential tools, practical techniques, and workflow insights developed over years at top-tier studios like Disney and Sony Pictures, making even the most challenging shots feel achievable.
The goal isn’t just to teach animation mechanics, but to help you develop a mindset that makes large, multi-character scenes less daunting and more exciting to create.
By the end of the course, you’ll be equipped to produce high-quality, multi-character animation with clarity, creativity, and confidence.
Expert 3D Character Animator Ere Santos’s Portfolio
- Hotel Transylvania
- Moana 2
- Ron's Gone Wrong
- Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse
- Spirit Untamed
- SparkShorts
- Personal Work
Why Take This Class?
“The greatest art of animation lies in convincing an audience that your character is thinking, breathing, and feeling. I fell in love with animation because I was captivated by the magic of performance.” - Ere SantosThis class is where Ere shares everything he’s learned throughout his journey as a professional 3D character animator. Each lesson is packed with practical advice, industry insights, and time-saving techniques that have helped him succeed - and now, they’re here to help you.
But this isn’t just a technical walkthrough. It’s a class designed to show you how to animate effectively and with confidence.
You’ll learn how to take a simple idea and develop it into a high-quality animation with a strong narrative foundation. From determining your shot count and positioning characters, to posing, pacing, and maintaining harmony in movement - every step is covered with clarity and intention.
If you’re ready to elevate your animation skills and bring multi-character scenes to life without feeling overwhelmed, this class is your next big step.
12 Class Exercises
- Shoot Reference
- Dialogue Breakdown
- Shot Count Optimization
- Scene Framing
- Character Setup
- Reference Analysis
- Key Posing
- Blocking Phonemes
- Polishing the Body
- Polishing the Face
- Final Polish
- Missing Pieces
1 Multi-Character Acting Shot
Class Highlights
Eye for AppealEven the most fluid animation means little without one key ingredient—appeal. Learn the essential elements of creating appealing characters, focusing on both facial and body posing.
Thinking Like a Pro
Discover the tools and practices that industry professionals use to produce 3D animation at the highest level. This course is filled with workflow tips and techniques to help you speed up and simplify your process.
Confidence in Complex Scenes
One of the most valuable traits of a great animator is confidence when tackling complex shots. Learn how to break down intricate assignments into clear, achievable steps.
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