In 3D animation, character design stands as a pivotal element, bridging the gap between storytelling and visual artistry. Formulating compelling characters requires a deep understanding of design ...

Antony Evans of Digital Puppets showcased a process of transforming AI-generated concepts into fully rigged, animation-ready stylized 3D characters using Headshot 3, Character Creator 5, and iClone 8.

Some of today’s top character designers discuss their craft and challenges. Things are looking a little bit simpler ─ literally ─ in the array of animated features circling over the Oscar field, ...

Once upon a time (as the prologue narrators used to say), animation character designers worked largely on their own, or in tandem with a film’s director or maybe even the voice talent. Today, however, ...

In Adrian Nita's 3D animation, Carnage's arms extend and turn into massive axes. As the character's arms change shape, they become extra bendy, almost rubbery. With his masterful use of smear frames, ...

Fort Lauderdale, Florida--(Newsfile Corp. - March 5, 2025) - Emily Leeds Animation today announced the launch of its new digital gallery (emily.art/gallery), showcasing the portfolio of Emily Leeds, ...

Blender is shaping modern creative pipelines as 3D animation software becomes faster and more specialized. In 2026, many tools deliver stronger viewport performance optimization, handling massive ...