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: Rigs are simply digital puppets. Let the emotional requirements of the scene dictate the shapes you sculpt, even if you have to bypass standard rig constraints.
: Ensuring smooth spacing on arcs for heads, hands, and hips to prevent digital stiffness.
The ultimate goal of the Master Class is to help students construct a demo reel that commands the attention of recruiters at companies like Disney, Pixar, DreamWorks, and Sony Pictures Imageworks. : Rigs are simply digital puppets
Students work on a single, high-complexity acting or action shot over the course of the term.
: Renowned for his deep understanding of physical comedy, clear staging, and character performance, Parrish has served as a core creative pillar at Disney. His leadership on blockbuster features has made him an expert in translating complex character emotions into snappy, appealing movements. The ultimate goal of the Master Class is
: Serving as an Animation Supervisor on Big Hero 6 , Homman's extensive industry experience covers crucial Disney features. He brings an immense wealth of knowledge regarding pipeline management, high-stress shot problem solving, and complex character physics. Core Curriculum: What the Master Class Teaches
Both animators are heavy hitters from Walt Disney Animation Studios. Zach Parrish was the and Supervising Animator on Encanto (Mirabel) and Tangled . Brent Homman is a Senior Animator known for work on Frozen , Moana , and Encanto . His leadership on blockbuster features has made him
is an 11-year veteran of Walt Disney Animation Studios, where he rose through the ranks to serve as the Head of Animation on the Oscar-winning Big Hero 6 . His filmography is a highlight reel of modern Disney magic, with credits including Tangled , Zootopia , Moana , Raya and the Last Dragon , and Frozen II . He has also directed two acclaimed short films, Puddles and the musical Us Again . He's known for being an exceptionally fast and skilled animator, with an amazing ability to clearly explain every step of his process. After his Disney tenure, he became an Animation Director at Netflix for the epic The Sea Beast .
