The Animator’s Survival Kit

The Animator’s Bible: A Comprehensive Guide to Animation by Richard Williams

If you’re looking for a comprehensive guide to animation, look no further than “The Animator’s Bible” by Richard Williams. With over 50 years of experience in the industry and three Academy Awards under his belt, Williams is a true innovator and master animator.

In this book, based on his sold-out master classes across the United States and Europe, Williams shares the underlying principles of animation that every animator needs to know - whether you’re a beginner or an expert, working with classic hand-drawn animation or cutting-edge computer animation.

Williams emphasizes the importance of inventiveness while maintaining believability in your animations. He illustrates his points with hundreds of drawings and distills the secrets of the masters into a working system that will help push your animations in new directions.

This book is essential reading for professionals and students alike who are serious about honing their craft in all forms of animation. Whether you’re a long-time fan or just getting started in the field, “The Animator’s Bible” is sure to become your go-to resource for mastering this exciting art form.

“Animation offers a medium of storytelling and visual entertainment which can bring pleasure and information to people of all ages everywhere in the world.”

– Walt Disney