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Crafting Expressive Face Animation in Maya

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    Description

    In this session, we’ll explore the fundamentals of creating expressive facial animation in Maya software, with a strong focus on design and appeal. From understanding key facial shapes to enhancing emotions with nuanced details, we’ll break down essential techniques that bring characters to life. We’ll also discuss how strong posing, clear silhouettes, and exaggeration contribute to readability and charm, ensuring that every expression feels intentional and engaging. This lecture will provide insights to elevate your facial animation with both technical precision and artistic appeal.

    Key Learnings

    • Learn about animation with Maya focusing on facial performance.
    • Learn about applying design and appeal principles to your character animation.
    • Learn about enhancing acting and emotion through Maya posing.
    • Learn about acting and personality for games and feature films.

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