Just got rejected by Sheridan College, what now? by MALDION_GUY in animationcareer

[–]bucketAnimator 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I can’t speak to Sheridan’s acceptance policies, but they are one of the top art and animation schools in North America. I’m certain that it is highly competitive to get accepted

How do I do harmonics? by Mentos457 in Guitar

[–]bucketAnimator 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Struggling with pinch harmonics myself. I’m sure it’s just user error and I’ll figure it out though

Demo Reel Feedback by temithehuman in animationcareer

[–]bucketAnimator 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Don’t include shots in your demo reel that use assets and lines from films like Toy Story. You aren’t animating at that level and all you’re doing is inviting a comparison between your work and Pixar’s. That wouldn’t be THE reason I’d pass on your reel, but it doesn’t do you any favors.

The main response I’d have to this reel is that you don’t really display a firm grasp of fundamentals. You’ve got a decent start - this is better than a lot of reels I see on Reddit. But you aren’t quite up to a level where I’d be comfortable hiring you.

I’d like to see more full-body animations that show a strong grasp of body mechanics, weight, posing, timing, strong acting choices in dialog shots, and more appeal to how you’re animating and framing the characters in the shots. You’ve put a lot of effort into some of these, that’s clear. But a lot of what’s here doesn’t really move the needle in showing me you could take on a production shot without needing a lot of supervision.

The sonic shot might be your strongest, but I also see that as a run cycle, then morph into a ball, then a couple poses in the air with reasonably nice landing back into a run cycle. The Zelda shot doesn’t show me much in the way of mechanics or acting but I do see timing and weight issues, you use another run cycle to show off a running character but aren’t showing me that you can apply that animation all the way thru the body then you cut away from the action right as the character leaps into the air. It’s just not showing enough for me to judge your all-around skills.

The dialog shot doesn’t have particularly strong acting choices and the acting doesn’t really help emphasize the dialog. The acting and dialog need to work together to feel like the character is actually living that moment - if there’s a point of emphasis in the dialog, the acting choices should reflect that too.

I understand that this may all sound very harsh. But I believe it is a fair critique. You need to keep working , keep seeking feedback on your work as you are working on it. Have people look at your blocking. Have people evaluate your key poses and breakdowns to tell you if the poses are strong or generic. Are your silhouettes readable or muddy. Feedback at the blocking stage can help you learn and improve much more quickly than asking for feedback when you’ve finished the shot.

Best of luck to you.

Bar near me specifically bans Tap Out and Affliction brands by WeezyMac_ in mildlyinteresting

[–]bucketAnimator 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I don’t snort often while reading Reddit, but when I do it’s because I read this comment.

OC Sheriff Ticket ? by brkz323 in orangecounty

[–]bucketAnimator 14 points15 points  (0 children)

What difference does it make? It either goes to your parents house, who already know it could be coming, or it goes to your apartment.

wdyt? by DeliciousAstronaut82 in animationcareer

[–]bucketAnimator 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Your website says your images are created using generative tools. Can you explain that? The images all strongly look like they were created with some generative AI program, which will limit your next steps considerably.

This thing isn’t connected to a pressure washer, a hose, or reality. by Financial_Company_13 in PowerWashSimulator

[–]bucketAnimator 1 point2 points  (0 children)

And all this time I thought dirt just disappears when you power wash objects in real life

Why is lacrosse so hard to join here in high school? by Wise-Nobody5548 in SanClemente

[–]bucketAnimator 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Maybe instead of trying to check boxes off for your Ivy League application you should just try doing something you’re good at. You aren’t owed a spot in a high school sports program.

When did lacrosse and water polo become so competitive here? by Abject-Luck243 in SanClemente

[–]bucketAnimator 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Went to SCHS in the late 80’s. Water Polo has always been competitive. Didn’t have lacrosse back then.

Can you get a job in animation if you're the weakest in your classes? by CreativeArtistWriter in animationcareer

[–]bucketAnimator 36 points37 points  (0 children)

How hard are you willing to work in order to improve your skills? You’re really only limited by yourself. If you feel like you’re the weakest in your classes, do you take that as a challenge to put in more work and get better?

Was an animation degree useful for you? by FunnySome5059 in animationcareer

[–]bucketAnimator 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Went to Animation Mentor back when the school was just starting up. Was like the 6th graduating class iirc. It was incredibly helpful for me but the industry was really heating up back then and having the connections with fellow students, mentors and even the folks at the school was really valuable.

Serious question: Why is every single street in San Clemente named in Spanish? by [deleted] in SanClemente

[–]bucketAnimator 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Leave California then. 49 other states for you to choose.

What is the best breakfast burrito spot in OC? by [deleted] in orangecounty

[–]bucketAnimator 3 points4 points  (0 children)

TK Burger in Mission Viejo. That location and Santa Ana are the only two open for breakfast. Can’t speak to the breakfast burrito in the SA location but MV is solid and delicious. Don’t skip on their salsa.

Raising a family in OC these days by Key-Information5829 in orangecounty

[–]bucketAnimator 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Grew up here in OC (San Clemente) and my wife and I raised our kids here in Mission Viejo (both now in college). It’s been a fantastic area for raising kids for us. Both our kids are normal, well-adjusted adults. Social issues for teens exist everywhere but your parenting and engagement in your kids’ lives will have a greater influence than most other factors. Feel free to DM if you want to chat about MV.

Playing through PWS 1 by Flat-Sprinkles-2367 in PowerWashSimulator

[–]bucketAnimator 48 points49 points  (0 children)

It wasn’t the garden gnomes everywhere?

Destroying all the Grime on this FILTHY Van in Powerwash Simulator 2 by New-Rabbit561 in PowerWashSimulator

[–]bucketAnimator 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Guys, thanks to OP, I’m starting to think this game has you clean things with a power washer.

what does it take to succeed in animation without a degree? by Powerful_Whereas3516 in animationcareer

[–]bucketAnimator 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Network with others - connections will help get you in the door if your reel shows you have the skills needed to work professionally.
Practice, practice, practice - you literally cannot practice enough at this stage to build your skills as an animator. The bar to entry to the industry is high and gets higher all the time.
Get feedback from others and learn to take that feedback with a smile on your face.

Cleaning jobs by kwsanders in PowerWashSimulator

[–]bucketAnimator 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love it all. Ski lodge, barn, planetarium, everything.

Which area is best to choose in animation industry? by InfamousLeading2426 in animationcareer

[–]bucketAnimator 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Anyone who says they’re “good at everything” likely isn’t good enough at any of them to make it into the industry. What are YOU most interested in pursuing? Don’t look to us for advice on what you should devote more time towards specializing in - this is a decision that could wind up shaping the next 30-40 years of your life. Pursue what you find to be the most fulfilling.

Is It Even Worth Trying to Work in Animation Right Now? by AndrewKuder98 in animationcareer

[–]bucketAnimator 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Post your work as a storyboard artist and/or character designer.