Animation - Studying Light and Shade

Having switched from art to animation years ago I wanted to re-introduce myself to shading using an array of styles I'd never tried before: partially to have fun seeing what effects were possible without changing the outline, but also for the reassurance that I didn't forget how to shade.

Music used: Finding Forest (Maplestory)

[chaoticcar]

I love pranking 2 dimensional goopers with the momentary horrors of a third dimension (they will never feel the same again)

[Foxman]

If you pay attention from 0:55 to 1:15, you can notice that the paper is torn away and then when the paper is put back together, they TAPE it back together. It's the little details here that make me enjoy the artwork so much more

[ireallydidntwanttomakeanac]

The concept behind this study is fantastic.

[nyanbonecrush]

That fence one was amazing.

You could tell so much about the environment without showing any of it just with a shadow.

[everythingwithashton]

God the fact that this is someone drawing moving shadows and not just actual shadows being cast is amazing. It looks so REAL

[spenceduggs]

My jaw dropped when we got to Streetlights.

Every last one of these are amazing in their own way, but I honestly wasn't expecting the sheer variety and MASTERY of each.

Brilliant work. Keep it up! 👍

[Puffymillie]

Not only were you able to perfectly show us all these different lighting techniques, but you also made these beautifully animated walk cycles! amazing quality bro, bravo!

[yummy_dirt]

MR ALGORITHM BLESS THIS VIDEO AND HAVE IT CIRCULATE

[MageBurger]

I am utterly astounded that these amazing shading tests were put in the context of some guy involving a test subject in a studio lighting rig. That’s awesome!

[ZanyCat]

"What was it? That was the lost episode? THAT WAS JUST A BUNCH OF CHEAP WALK CYCLES!!!"

[ftninja]

I was blown here by the algorithm winds and OH MY GOD!!! That shading re-introduction/test animation had NO REASON TO BE THAT GOOD OR ADORABLE ❤️❤️❤️

[willlit]

I watched this on .5 and had to rewind many times, a simply wonderful showcase of animation and skill with shading

[lesserl_]

I am so extremely proud of the fact that you toned down the amount of frames. Not only it's easier to produce, now your animations look very natural while still smooth!!!

[ThatGrayCartoonPony]

Dear Lord, this is one of the most eye opening animation exercises I have seen for a very long time. Absolutely gorgeous. ♥

(0:40 Overcast and Sunset in particular look like something straight out of Klaus).

[Yuekitty]

Wow! Not only does this video showcase different light perspectives and how to draw them, it shows different styles! This is amazing!

[clawcakes]

this is gorgeous holy shit. that art style trauma moment for the both of them at the end is so funny

[pixieBotanist]

That was amazing. I loved that it included random styles like jjk and dbz, that got a real laugh out of me. This video needs to be archived as an important piece of internet information.

[comfymoder]

This art is actually unfathomable to me. Like HOW??? You are TOO good. Do not let mappa see this, you are too good for that.

[Lighty-]

When I watched this animation, I subscribed right away! Your art style, animate, ideas and... every thing is perfect! You really inspired me, I wish you achieve all ur beautiful wishes and improve even more!❤

[fushiku]

that's the first time I watch studying video fully and not waiting for the mood, masterpiece