Walk Cycle(Blocking)
After receiving feedback on my previous walk cycle assignment, I need to implement the following changes.
Fig-1: Animator’s Survival Kit P.108
Before addressing the necessary adjustments, it is essential to review the content covered in last week’s blog. Specifically, we examined the different poses that constitute a walk cycle, including:
- Contact
- Down
- Pass Pos
- Up
- Contact
In an effective walk cycle, it is essential to maintain a well-defined curve.
Fig-1: Animator’s Survival Kit P.103
As illustrated in this screenshot from the book, curves are visible above the model’s head and at the feet. This imaginary curve should remain consistent throughout the walk cycle to ensure smooth and natural motion.
In my previously submitted assignment, the Contact Poses and Down Poses did not descend sufficiently to maintain a consistent curve. Additionally, the poses were not adequately spaced, resulting in a lack of clarity. Addressing these two issues will be my primary focus for improvement.
Contact Poses
Down Poses
Another issue with my blocking animation is that the feet are either not fully in contact with the floor or are sinking below it, which creates an unnatural appearance. To resolve this, I adjusted the foot positioning to ensure proper contact with the ground.
Walk Cycle(Spline)
After addressing the issues mentioned above, I made additional refinements, such as ensuring the feet remained stable and did not move in unintended directions. The result of these adjustments is as follows.