Gabriella Magruder's Blog

Write a summary of the article, identifying the three key points. A new software makes animation easier through the use of MoCurves. MoCurves allow multiple parts of a model to be accelerated and decelerated in real time. Discuss the author’s argument. The author has come to the conclusion that MoCurves will eventually replace key frames and become the standard for most animation studios. Due to the unique function of MoCurves, which can transform multiple motion cycles at once unlike key frames which, despite their accuracy, can only transform motion cycles separately. What information/evidence and sources does he/she use to support that argument? The author provides a video explaining how key frames work and how MoCurves are superior to them. They also provide a brief summary of a study performed with 5 students without any experience with animation software to prove the superiority of MoCurves over key frames. What are the article’s/author’s stre...

   I chose animation because I've always been interested in 2-D animated short films. I would like to, eventually, make simple 2-D animations that tell impactful and powerful stories. I believed I would develop and learn new methods and skills in animation that I use to make 2-d animations like "Gravity" by Allin Liu. I had also believed that I could improve my drawing skills not only in graphic design but also in animation. I also just enjoy animation in general. Whether its making it or even just observing how smoothly it flows or trying to understand what the animation is trying to tell. Animation is something that I just enjoy doing no matter how much time or effort it takes. Despite how infuriating it is at times I still enjoy it. I want to continue improving and developing the skills I have in animation now until I have the skills and confidence tell impactful stories using simple looking animation.

The Process First we followed the instructions on Google Classroom. We selected a template and used push pull and the offset tool to create the basic outline of the house. After this my house began to have lines appearing across the roof. Any attempt to erase these outlines resulted in chunks of the roof and walls disappearing. Afterwards I had to restart and try again. By the time i finished the house most had already moved on from the animation of the house to the next project. New learning I've leaned how to use some of the tools in sketch up to create basic structures. I also know how to use the 3-D warehouse. I can also change the time and date to add shadows and fog to Sketch up. However I also learned that if a shape is not square Sketch up will no longer be cooperative or work properly.  Next time Next time I will choose the simplest of designs to mimic. If I need to start over I will reread the directions as many times as needed to avoid mistakes. Such as...