This week, I worked on a bouncing ball with a tail, focusing on the principle of anticipation. I learned that anticipation functions as a mechanical build-up of force, allowing motion to appear more dynamic and physically believable. Since all movement is created by internal or external forces, anticipation helps store and release energy effectively before the main action.
I applied the idea that animation is structured around anticipation, action, and reaction, and used this understanding to improve energy flow and motion continuity. By applying anticipation before directional changes, the animation follows basic physical laws of motion and results in more natural conservation of energy.
I learned that character actions are driven by goals, and acting is reacting. Based on this, I created a simple juice box acting animation focused on clear intention and response. Including the planning, blocking and animation.