Rigging & Animation from the Front View in After Effects

Mastering character animation in Adobe After Effects often feels like it requires a massive library of expensive scripts and third-party plugins. However, this course by Motion Guru breaks down those barriers by teaching you how to rig and animate a character from a challenging front-view perspective using only native After Effects tools. Designed for intermediate motion designers, animators, and illustrators, the curriculum guides you step-by-step through the entire character pipeline. You will start by learning how to properly prepare and structure your character artwork for clean rigging. From there, you will dive into the mechanics of rigging a front-facing character, establishing natural joint behaviors and hierarchies. The course then transitions into core animation principles, teaching you how to craft realistic front-view walk and run cycles that feel dynamic and weighted. Additionally, you will discover a highly efficient workflow trick: how to swap out your rigged character with entirely different designs without having to rebuild your animation or rig from scratch. This practical guide is perfect for creators looking to streamline their animation workflows and build professional-grade motion graphics efficiently.