Learn all the tips and tricks of the trade from the professionals. How should the drawings be arranged in relation to each other? How many are needed? How much space should be left between one group of drawings and the next? How long should each drawing, or group of drawings, remain on the screen to give the maximum dramatic effect? The art of timing is vital.
Highly illustrated throughout, points made in the text are demonstrated with the help of numerous superb drawn examples. Timing for Animation not only offers invaluable help to those who are learning the basis of animation technique, but is also a vital reference for every animation studio and working animator.
About the Authors
Harold Whitaker is a professional animator and teacher. Some of his students are among some of the most outstanding animation artists today.
John Halas, know as the “father of animation” and formerly of Halas and Batchelor Animation unit, produced over 2000 animations, including the legendary Animal Farm and the award-winning Dilemma. He was also the founder and president of the ASIFA and former Chairman of the British Federation of Film Societies.