Jumping Ball with Overlapping Tail Motion

My 2D hand-drawn interpretation of the fourth Animation Mentor Assignment. A jumping ball was to make at least three jumps and show correct overlapping motion on the tail. This was way harder than the 3D version and I needlessly overcomplicated my attempt by doing this in perspective instead of from the side. I haven't maintained consistent volume and length, especially on the tail so i don't think this would be "A" work but I think it would show understanding of overlapping motion and get at least a passing grade if i had submitted something like this.

Category:

Film & Animation

Tags:

• AnimationMentor
• traditional animation
• handdrawn
• Red White and Blue
• squirrel

[umar6419]

do you use tablet ??

[robcat2075]

@umar6419

Yes, i used a Cintiq. The new ones are too expensive, I got an old 18" on ebay for about $600

[scoonani]

damn dude.... this is insane! lol... again i must ask.... why? are you still in AM btw? I just started myself. Looking forward to animating tailor ;)

[robcat2075]

It's a challenge I made for myself. I like the look of 2D animation so this is my way of gradually learning how to do it.

If I reach a level i just can't do, then I'll know I should go back to 3D.

[BASKETBALLJEZUS]

i can make my balls bounce like that 2 :p

[umar6419]

@robcat2075 LOL i cant even buy the cheapest ...........tablets are too expensive...really i directly animate in 3d...but your animations are nice and GOod..!! keep it UP .................thanks for reply.