2D Animation Software Programs
Toon Boom Studio 4
Toon Boom Studio is at the top when it comes to animation software for
internet users. It is a practical application made by animators for
animators. If you want to create your own original animations then it is
a perfect choice.
Animationish
Developed with the assumption that entertainment programs should not be
too complicated to produce effective and funny cartoons, Animationish is
an excellent program for learning the basics of animation.
Flip Boom
Toon Boom producers created this animation program with children in
mind. It is a simple program to get a handle on. The control output has
been reduced to make it as easy as possible for children to understand.
Flash
Adobe Flash has been around a while in various different forms. It
has the advantage of being simple to use, but lacks some tools that
really would benefit designers and animators. This explains the reason
Flash fails to get recognition from most of the top animators. A bit
pricey and not ideal for cartoon animation.
After Effects
Although primarily used for compositing and effects, the software can
create animation. But to simply use this for animation only would be a
waste as it is expensive, however it does deserve to be on the list as
it can be used for animation.
Pencil
Pencil is an animation program that allows both vector and bitmap
drawings. It's as though Photoshops drawing tools were incorporated into
Flash. The software here has been reduced to provide essential
elements, which means that it is an excellent introduction to animation
software.
Synfig
The designers of Windows only Synfig have high expectations for their
animation software to be used to create animations of cinematic quality.
After seeing an impressive demo, it looks as though they are not far
from their target. Synfig can create complex lighting and camera
effects. As the animator it is your responsibility to use them to their
maximum potential.
CreaToon
Again here is another animation windows only program using a cutout
method similar to animation software Toon Boom. The program does seems a
little less refined, but with the added ability of using bitmap images
in the program, does make life easier.
Toon Boom Digital Pro
As software animation goes, Toon Boom Digital Pro is aimed strictly at
professionals, as its price indicates. It has the proof to back it up. A
comprehensive list includes TV and movies created with Toon Boom
Digital Pro. Internet gurus Bernard Derriman and Adam Phillips make use
of this animation software.
Toon Boom Studio Express
This simplified version of Toon Boom Studio is an animation software
program suitable for beginners. It has limits in that only a single
scene can be created at a time. However you can simply choose to
purchase Express and upgrade later to Studio should you need it.
SWiSH
SWiSH was originally created to take full of the open.Swf Flash format.
Initially billed as a cheaper alternative to Flash, SWiSH is now a
reliable Windows-only text software animation package in its own right.
It allows you to readily create splendid swooping effects and then
export them.
Ulead Gif Animator
GIF animator is really old school. Gif animations generally are almost
extinct on the Web as Flash and DSL speeds have become nearly universal.
It is a Windows application and does not work under Vista. This is one
animation program that will make you want to party like it was 1999.
TV Paint
TV paint was a solid software animation program so when it purchased the
Mirage name, they combined the two packages into one program and called
it TV paint. To many animators this was a good move. TV paint is a
solid design level software for animation and has a professional version
also.
Plastic Animation Paper
Denmark brings us the next exhilarating animation program. Plastic
Animation Paper is intended as a substitute for a traditional light
box/paper combo animation. It's currently available for Windows and
Linux, but they are working diligently on a Mac version. You can try a
free version, and of course there is a professional version.
Motion Studio
This is a funky Windows-only program designed to only create.exe file
types. It could be useful for slideshow presentations or display in a
loop, but the animation aspect is quite limited.
Pro Motion
Pro Motion is an animation program for Windows only designed for
handling close-up pixel. This makes it the perfect software to build
sprite-based characters similar to those in video games.
3D Animation Programs
For the most part 3D is considered to be software for professionals,
although the following applications are seeing use at home and
open-source movies.
3D Studio Max
3D Studio Max wins as being the most expensive software animation
program from the list. Many of you will recognize that 3D Studio Max and
Maya which we will look at next are Autodesk owned. Although it is a
popular tool for industrial designers and architects, it has found a
cult following amongst the film and video games industry.
Maya
Maya 3D is increasingly becoming the tool of choice for the film
industry, because it allows for a wide range of shades and light
effects. Maya is also very customizable, allowing easy integration with
third-party software. This has made it an easy choice for animation
studios. You can download Personal Learning Edition for free, which is
recommended if you are considering this software.
Lightwave
LightWave 3D is a highly professional program, which is used to create
TV and movies special effects. Lightwave is not something you should
tackle lightly. However, you can get a 30-day trial version of this
animation software and it is recommended.
Blender
Blender has recently become popular because of its use in creating the
comic strip Big Buck Bunny. This fun and professional animation should
be the only reason needed to experiment with this open-source animation
software.
Anim8or
Truly a custom work of love, this animation software is the creation of
Steve Glanville, a software engineer at NVIDIA. Anim8or, apart from
being difficult to spell, is a program for Windows only. This is not a
professional animation level software, and was never intended.
Regardless, this is a good introduction to animation software,
especially if you are interested in learning how to do 3d animation.
Swift 3D
Originally meant as a 3d alternative for Flash users. This software
program allows you to animate directly through the software, and export
to the flash-friendly.Swf format.
Photograph Animation Programs
Almost forgotten about and nearly ending up in the miscellaneous
category, the following programs make use of still photos and use them
to create animated films.
iStopMotion
The only Macintosh application solely on this list. iStopMotion is a
very fun program specifically designed for stop-motion animation. It can
work with a camera built into your Mac, or you can easily import photos
to build your animations.
Morpheus
Morpheus is an animation program designed to transform your images to
other things like cartoons or animals. The process of morphing itself is
the measure of the animation in question, but it might be interesting
to play with.
Tuesday, 14 January 2014
Tuesday, 7 January 2014
Explain the Popularity of Inflatable Cartoon
Do your kids like cartoon movie? Do they like the Superman, Winnie
the Pooh, Mickey Mouse in Disney? Then your kids can not miss inflatable
cartoons. They are full of air that they are soft and dilated, so they
are popular to children.In the words, inflatable cartoon are great for
kids of all ages, and even adults like to have.However, do you know why
it is so popular?
For one thing,it can be a playmate for your kid as well. When your kid feel lonely, the inflatable movieing cartoon will accompany with your kid. It will remind them of the happy time when they feel boring. In the meanwhile, it can let your kids have the feeling that happiness is always around them. That is the enchantment of inflatable cartoons,which can bring a lot of fun to them.
For anther thing,as we all know that inflatable movieing cartoons not only have influence on children and adults but also have influence on enterprises. Inflatable cartoon can be a tool of advertising and broadcasting.I want to take inflatable Ronald McDonald for instance, it is McDonald's fast food chain signs mascots and enterprise's image spokesperson.That is to say, as souvenir or inflatable toy, it can not only let children laugh heartily but also advertise for McDonald.When we see the Ronald McDonald,and we can know that there is a restaurant of the McDonald not far from us.It makes more people know McDonald.
Last but not least,because of its modeling of the removing is very distant and the colour is gorgeous and walking flexibly, funny and lovely, tangible sound and ,which is quite attractive to people.Therefore,it is widely applied to the supermarket, promotion activities, business activity, square, memorial, opening, celebration activities. Dance with the music, the scene flowery spectacular, form the more strong visual impact of advertising for your productions.
For one thing,it can be a playmate for your kid as well. When your kid feel lonely, the inflatable movieing cartoon will accompany with your kid. It will remind them of the happy time when they feel boring. In the meanwhile, it can let your kids have the feeling that happiness is always around them. That is the enchantment of inflatable cartoons,which can bring a lot of fun to them.
For anther thing,as we all know that inflatable movieing cartoons not only have influence on children and adults but also have influence on enterprises. Inflatable cartoon can be a tool of advertising and broadcasting.I want to take inflatable Ronald McDonald for instance, it is McDonald's fast food chain signs mascots and enterprise's image spokesperson.That is to say, as souvenir or inflatable toy, it can not only let children laugh heartily but also advertise for McDonald.When we see the Ronald McDonald,and we can know that there is a restaurant of the McDonald not far from us.It makes more people know McDonald.
Last but not least,because of its modeling of the removing is very distant and the colour is gorgeous and walking flexibly, funny and lovely, tangible sound and ,which is quite attractive to people.Therefore,it is widely applied to the supermarket, promotion activities, business activity, square, memorial, opening, celebration activities. Dance with the music, the scene flowery spectacular, form the more strong visual impact of advertising for your productions.
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