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The Animator's Survival Kit

by Richard Williams

A foundational text that demystifies animation principles, providing practical techniques to enhance your skills.

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Creating Characters with Personality

by Tom Bancroft

This book dives into character design, offering valuable insights on how to create memorable and relatable animated characters.

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Animation: From Pencils to Pixels

by Tony White

A comprehensive guide that covers both traditional and digital animation techniques, perfect for beginners.

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The Illusion of Life: Disney Animation

by Frank Thomas and Ollie Johnston

A classic work that explores the principles of animation through Disney's lens, essential for understanding storytelling.

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Character Animation in 3D

by Steve Roberts

While focused on 3D, this book provides key insights into character animation that are applicable to 2D techniques.

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Story: Substance, Structure, Style and the Principles of Screenwriting

by Robert McKee

An essential read for understanding storytelling, helping you craft compelling narratives in your animations.

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Animation Basics: 2D Animation Techniques

by Marjorie C. H. Lee

A beginner-friendly guide that introduces core 2D animation techniques, ideal for your foundational learning.

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The Art of Animation: Principles and Techniques

by James R. McLoughlin

This book covers essential animation principles, perfect for developing your technical skills and creativity.

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The Complete Guide to Drawing Action Manga

by Shingo Akiyama

Focuses on dynamic character design and storytelling through action, enhancing your animation's visual impact.

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Understanding Comics: The Invisible Art

by Scott McCloud

A groundbreaking exploration of visual storytelling that will deepen your understanding of how to convey narratives through animation.

Embrace the wisdom within these pages and watch your animation skills flourish. Dive in and start your journey today!