3 Must Do Animation Exercises – Level Up Your Animation Game!

3 Must-Do Animation Practices – Level Up! In this video, I break down three essential exercises that every beginner should master to build a solid foundation in 2D animation. You’ll learn: • Shape Transformation: Watch a simple circle evolve into a square and then a triangle—teaching you the basics of keyframes, in‑betweens, timing, and spacing. • Bouncing Ball: Master the classic exercise that teaches dynamic motion, squash and stretch, and how to control the pace of your animation. • Pendulum Swing: Discover how to create natural arcs and fluid motion by sketching key poses and filling in the gaps with smooth transitions. Timestamps: 0:00 – Intro 0:10 – Exercise 1: Shape Transformation 1:24 – Exercise 2: Bouncing Ball 2:12 – Exercise 3: Pendulum Swing 3:05– Outro & Next Steps These exercises are designed to help you elevate your animation skills so you can see real progress in your work. If you’re ready to level up, watch and practice! 🙌 Let me know if you have any questions in the comments 💭. Links & Resources: • Check out my live stream on the bouncing ball exercise: [Live Stream Link] • More in-depth tutorials on advanced techniques: [Playlist/Resource Link] If you find this video helpful, please like, comment, and subscribe for more tips and tutorials. Let me know which exercise you’re excited to try or if there’s another topic you want to learn about next!