Katie Canadas : Animator

Here is another attack, this time a slap, for the smaller alien.  I actually planned on having this character punch as well but I realized it couldn't make a fist so I decided to make it slapping motion instead, which in the end is more fitting I feel for this smaller, more adorable character.  I had fewer problems with this rig than I did with the other two.  I had fun with this motion and I chuckle a little every time I watch it, I hope you enjoy it as well! Not sure if I've mentioned it before, but all my videos are up on youtube if anyone can't stand the tiny video window within my blog =)

I'm finally getting around to posting this punch attack for the brute alien.  The attacks for all three characters were difficult due to the limited controls of the rig.  The feet don't move very smoothly since there's no way to keep the foot anchored in the same spot, which gave me some difficulty.  And the low poly count made the elbow do some funny things during the actual punching motion.  Overall it was pretty fun working with a newer punching motion.  Enjoy!  Any feedback is welcome!

Hello all!  Like many other creative minds I seldom think my work is ever good enough to compile into a demo reel, but I did it anyway!  So below is a reel of what I feel is my best work as of now (fall 2012).  As always any feedback is gladly welcomed! In making this reel I realized how much I've learned and improved since making these pieces, which gave me a surge of motivation to keep animating and keep improving.  I'm also thankful to have some great mentors in my life right now, I know they're always there to answer my questions and I find myself starving for more knowledge from them!  I have so much more to learn and frankly I can't wait!  I hope some big improvements are in my future!