It took me so long to feel okay with using premade stuff. I thought I was cheating or not being a proper "creative" if I wasn't making everything from scratch... but I'm finally figuring out to not worry about that anymore. Do you use premade stuff in your professional work? I use Canva SO much now, Motion Array, UE5 assets, and so many more things. I only wish I had decided to do this sooner!

Totally didn't just go down a deep rabbit hole on The Road to El Dorado art for the past ten minutes because of @Jonny Zitacuaro no siree.... 👀 But if I DID, I'd have thought this page full of concept art, animation cels, and reference material was AMAZING!!! https://characterdesignreferences.com/art-of-animation-4/art-of-the-road-to-el-dorado

It's time for introductions!! Hey guys! I'm Cydoni, the creator of this group! I've been working as a 2D animator and Animation Manager in the video game industry for 6+ years now and have recently been expanding my knowledge into other areas of animation, like 3D and motion capture. I'm most proficient at Spine 2D, but have also worked in Maya, 3Ds Max, After Effects, and Unity to name a few. I love to learn all the new programs and know how challenging it can be trying to find the right tutorials and resources for learning new skills, so that's why I made this group! So I can help you learn and grow, and provide a community of animators just like you who want to keep growing and reaching new heights! Now it's your turn to introduce yourself! Comment below so people can meet you! Not sure what to say? Try this! - What's your name and where are you from? - What is your animation experience and what programs do you work in or want to learn? - What's your favorite animation of all time? - Socials you want to share!