Distribution Introduction to Dynamic Body Mechanic [Coloso, Vikram Grewal]

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Introduction to Dynamic Body Mechanic [Coloso, Vikram Grewal]

Publisher

Coloso

Product Type

Video Course

Product URL

https://coloso.global/en/products/3danimator-vikramgrewal-us

Author

Vikram Grewal

Language

English, English Official Subtitles

Duration

13:13

Release date

Jul 22, 2025

Skill level

3.00 star(s)

Project Files

Yes

Product Price

$202

Easy Steps to Creating Dynamic Character Animation​

Animation becomes much easier and more intuitive when you have a solid grasp of the fundamentals. 3D Animator Vikram Grewal has designed this class specifically for beginner and intermediate animators, offering a strong foundation in creating dynamic, stylized character movements with effective camera tracking and flow.
By breaking down complex actions into manageable, step-by-step processes, this class serves as the perfect guide to building confidence and crafting compelling animation.
Over the course of 20 lessons, you’ll dive into essential animation principles such as weight, timing, and spacing - focusing on how these elements affect the way characters move and interact with their environment. You’ll also analyze real-world reference materials and explore proven techniques from other animated works, learning how to apply those insights to your own projects to create believable, engaging movement.
With Vikram Grewal’s guidance, animation won’t feel like a daunting challenge but an enjoyable and rewarding process that brings your ideas to life.

Expert 3D Animator Vikram Grewal’s Portfolio​

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Why Take This Class?​

Building a Strong Foundation: The Key to Great Animation​

If your animations feel stiff or unnatural - or you just can’t quite grasp how to make them come alive - it might be because you’re missing a solid understanding of the fundamentals. Fortunately, that’s an easy fix, and you’ve just found the perfect class to help you do it.
Vikram Grewal designed this course to ensure every student walks away with a strong foundation in animation. Each step is broken down into simple, manageable parts so you never feel overwhelmed.
This beginner-friendly course starts with an introduction to Maya, helping you get comfortable with the software before moving on to hands-on animation exercises based on key principles.
If you want to build confidence and create animations that move naturally and feel alive, this class is your first step in the right direction.

9 Class Exercises​

1. Ball Bounce & Weight Exercise
2. Walk/Run Cycle
3. Camera Animation
4. Weight Mechanics Test
5. Constraints
6. Jump Exercise
7. Blocking and Splining
8. Simple Environment Geometry Building
9. Rendering

Final Product Examples​

• Rigging Assets for Future Use
• Complete Animation
• Character Flow in Action
• Final Touch-Up Tips

Class Highlights​

Tagging Movement Actions
Learn how and when to sequence different body mechanic actions together to create a continuous sense of flow throughout your scene. You’ll explore both storyboarding basic stills and approaching physical actions creatively to enhance storytelling.
Applying Camera Focus
Master how to stabilize and animate the camera with ease-in/ease-out actions to frame choreography clearly and effectively. Camera animation is crucial for making your scenes readable and dynamic, whether for showreels or production layouts. Understanding these techniques will transform your scene’s flow and tempo.
Creating Appealing Poses
Push your character rigs to achieve strong key poses during the layout and blocking stages. You’ll learn techniques such as forced perspective and silhouette design to ensure your character’s primary actions are clear, dynamic, and visually engaging.