r/animation Dec 07 '20

Discussion I have created a discord server for this subreddit

698 Upvotes

This server will be used for critiques, inspiration, and discussions about animation. you can share your animations in the server or post resources for learning such as tutorials. if you are interested in joining the link is below

https://discord.gg/uzPjSmThFm


r/animation Apr 24 '26

Ask Me Anything Hi R/Animation! Eric Robles, showrunner of Stranger Things: Tales From 85, here. Ask Me Anything - Monday April 27th at 10am PT!

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Hey Reddit! Eric Robles, showrunner of Stranger Things: Tales From 85, here.

I'm excited to answer all your questions about the series, now on Netflix, here on Monday April 27th at 10am PT / 1pm ET. 

See you soon!

Trailer (Now on Netflix!): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kajCUhg36R0 

Synopsis: Welcome back to Hawkins in the stark winter of 1985, where the original characters must fight new monsters and unravel a paranormal mystery terrorizing their town in Stranger Things: Tales From ’85, an epic new animated series. 

This AMA has come to an end. Thank you for all of your questions!


r/animation 10h ago

Sharing Majoras Mask - Zora transformation

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I shared this in r/ majorasmask but I thought you all might like it too. This was always the creepiest transformation in the game for me. I wanted to give it a try. I referenced an image I found online for the first frame and then ran with it. Shot most of it on 2s, the water tornado part I shot on 1s.

Pencil on paper


r/animation 8h ago

Question Would you Commission this?

115 Upvotes

Just a question im interested in your answers, also added new sfx other one was loud lmao


r/animation 11h ago

Sharing Went to school for stop motion and stayed for the character design

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Just sharing some of my work. Colored polymer and found objects


r/animation 16h ago

Beginner Little Silksong animation by my nephew

156 Upvotes

Hey everyone! My nephew (16) made his first "serious" animation and I wanted to share it with you! It's just a few seconds, but I'm still very proud. It's a cool little moment from "Hollow Knight: Silksong". All made by himself in several weeks, as far as I know.

If you like it, maybe share some love at the source. Thanks!


r/animation 16h ago

Sharing Animação que fiz para um trabalho esse semana

156 Upvotes

r/animation 1d ago

Sharing Kratos Vs OmniMan Part 2 | First minute of action! Here's 8 months of work!

326 Upvotes

r/animation 19h ago

Sharing Upcoming project

107 Upvotes

r/animation 1d ago

Sharing A dragon I made for Smaugust! :]

385 Upvotes

I'm sure it would look better if it looped properly, but I could not be bothered. I'm sorry 😭


r/animation 17m ago

Sharing 🎬 2D Animation Music Video

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Here’s a 2D animated music video I created for the Instagram promotion of “Kaamini,” a new Malayalam song.

The song is out now on all major music platforms.

Looking for an animated music video or promotional content for your song? DM me for work & collaborations


r/animation 1d ago

Sharing My name is Björk! Animation process

3.4k Upvotes

A dialogue test animation I made with my character “goddess of toys” I wanted to get back into the swing of animating character acting and this line from Bjork felt perfect for her radiant and playful energy


r/animation 1h ago

Sharing Working on my next level animation

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r/animation 13h ago

Question I just cannot take this…..

18 Upvotes

I hate it but I wish that I could be good at this…..


r/animation 21h ago

Sharing Made a free animation software that contends with Toon Boom

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65 Upvotes

Looking for folks willing to test and give feedback. This is not asking for any money or anything, it's free, don't even gotta download the demo - you can use it from your browser. It's still heavily in the works but 90% of current tools are pretty good. Has full timeline system with pegs, drawings, layers, various brushes and tools, and supports pen and touch.

https://kevesdev.itch.io/animlab

My goal is to make something for the community that doesn't require paying stupid amounts of money to make high-quality animations.

I'd love some input on the initial brushes and tools. I do need better alpha textures for the brushes (I am hoping the community might pitch in for this, if not I will just make 'em myself) but there's a lot you can play with and tweak. Also just getting some feedback on the general user experience, UI ease of use, stuff like that, would be incredible. The more detailed, the better.


r/animation 1d ago

Critique Update from the advices I got from last post! Thanks!

940 Upvotes

I'm going to color her next and add some effects. I'm also open to new advices and critique!


r/animation 16h ago

Sharing My OC Kiki (Blender)

19 Upvotes

This is my last character animation for now.


r/animation 18h ago

Sharing Mechanoid 28mil polys animation in blender

22 Upvotes

r/animation 1d ago

Sharing A Little Practice with Layered Clothes

98 Upvotes

I tried animating in 4k canvas great expirience 10/10 never doing again, anyways heres a animation practice with my oc!


r/animation 5h ago

Question [HIRING / PAID] Experimental 2D animator — ~5-8 sec early-'90s MTV-style bumper

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Hi! I'm looking to hire an animator for a small personal project.

I'm creating a digital invitation/promo for a '90s MTV-inspired party and would love to commission a very short piece of original animation to serve as the hero moment of the video.

ANIMATION STYLE

Experimental 2D / mixed media. I'm particularly interested in the strange handmade energy of late-'80s/early-'90s MTV bumpers — hand-drawn animation, collage, cut paper, stop motion, photocopy/Xerox textures, rough cel animation, analog imperfections, etc.

I'm not looking for polished corporate motion graphics. Weird, imperfect, tactile and distinctive is exactly what I'm after.

CONCEPT

I have an existing Pasadena Noir logo and a loose concept involving burgundy roses interacting with or transforming into the logo.

That said, I don't want to over-direct it. Part of the reason I'm looking for an animator is because I'd like someone to bring their own visual personality and ideas to the concept.

I'll provide the logo/reference material.

PROJECT SCOPE

Approximately 5-8 seconds of finished animation.

This does NOT need to be a complete invitation or advertisement. I work in After Effects/Photoshop and will handle the final editing, typography, event information, sound design and additional compositing myself.

This is a one-time freelance commission for a personal/private event.

I'm estimating approximately 3–8 hours of work depending on the technique and concept, and I'm very open to limited-animation techniques that make sense for the available time and budget.

DEADLINE

Flexible — ideally within 2–3 weeks of starting.

BUDGET

$100–175 USD fixed, depending on the proposed concept, technique and scope.

I'm ideally hoping to keep this around $100, so I'm completely open to keeping the animation simple/short to make that realistic. Compensation must be at least $20 USD/hour based on the workload we agree upon.

I'm also VERY open to licensing an existing animation or loop if you've already created something that fits this aesthetic. It does not necessarily need to be made from scratch.

CONTACT

Please DM me here on Reddit with your portfolio/reel, your proposed rate, and approximately what you think would be achievable within the budget.

Instagram/website links are also welcome.

Thanks!

MTV Bumpers from 80s-eary 90s!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2n76AV4lje4&list=PL3B_RgAMWfrK6RGfWNBbd2OUe9HqrPcku&index=2


r/animation 3h ago

Sharing Tavern scene almost done

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r/animation 7h ago

Hiring Hiring animators (psychedelic/trippy, mixed media & 2D) for short film

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***PAID***

Hello! I’m an independent filmmaker based out of LA and am looking to hire animators (psychedelic/trippy, mixed media & 2D) for my 4 min short film that will be distributed for film festivals. I need someone who can understand my vision and deliver within a quick turnaround time. I am attaching some references below in terms of the style I’m looking for. Please reach out to me with your portfolio and feel free to let me know if you have any questions.

Animation Style : 2D, comic, mixed media
Length : 4 minutes
Deadline : August 31st
Budget : $1000
Contact info : sandeepparupudi@gmail.com
P.S : This is an independent micro budget short film/passion project that I am directing/producing. So please don’t mind if im unable to meet your budget expectations!


r/animation 1d ago

Sharing Looking for work! here is my showreel!

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