Shifting, Moving, Changing
Week 2 focused on drawing key poses and exploring the timing of movement. The goal was to understand how weight, balance, and momentum are communicated through individual frames. Capturing strong poses required careful observation of how the body shifts and reacts during motion, particularly in actions that engage the whole body.
Earthbending from Avatar: The Last Airbender was used as a reference due to its grounded stances and forceful, deliberate gestures. The movements clearly demonstrated how energy travels from the ground up, with each pose showing a clear line of action and purpose. This made it easier to break down and redraw the mechanics frame by frame.
Then, after the blocking phase, timing the poses helped reinforce how long certain actions should hold to emphasise weight or impact. Quick transitions contrasted with slower, heavier moments revealed how rhythm plays a role in body mechanics. This exercise highlighted the importance of strong posing and thoughtful timing in building believable, physical animation.