Shmoving Holds
Week 4 focused on refining the timing and spacing of the body mechanics. Although the shot had been shortened in previous edits, some movements failed to make full use of the available space, and the motion arcs were weak or unclear. To address this, the sequence was slightly extended, giving key actions more room to develop and allowing arcs to be adjusted for smoother, more natural motion. This helped each movement land with greater clarity, weight, and visual impact. A before-and-after can be seen below.
Timing and spacing remain one of the weakest areas in this project. Adjustments were necessary to improve how momentum carried through the body and how pauses could be used to emphasise force or transition.
Introducing moving holds also played a key role in improving the animation’s overall look, helping maintain energy in the pose while avoiding stiffness, and adding subtle polish to moments of impact and transition.
