Creation and Animation of Monsters in Cinema 4D

A course by Jim Palacio , Animator

Animator. Bogota, Colombia.
Joined August 2018

Learn to compose original beasts in record time and discover different types of animation using geometric shapes

100% positive reviews (13)
396 students
Audio: Spanish
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Learn to compose original beasts in record time and discover different types of animation using geometric shapes

What if you could bring monsters from your imagination to life? In this online course, illustrator and animator Jimmy Palacio, better known as Bolden Goy, teaches you how to design characters with out-of-this-world personalities and movements.

Learn to create and animate monsters in Cinema 4D using basic geometric shapes and discover why a well-developed composition for your creatures may be preferable to overloading them with complex details. Play around with shapes, colors, and textures and unleash your spooky side!

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What will you learn in this online course?

18 lessons & 17 downloads

  • 100% positive reviews (13)
  • 396 students
  • 18 lessons (3h 59m)
  • 17 additional resources (9 files)
  • Online and at your own pace
  • Available on the app
  • Audio: Spanish
  • Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
  • Level: Beginner
  • Unlimited access forever

What is this course's project?

Design and model two characters based horror movies or another topic that interests you.

Projects by course students

Who is this online course for?

Anyone with a passion for 3D characters who wants to experiment with their shapes and, of course, horror movies fans.

Requirements and materials

To follow your teacher's explanations, you need a working knowledge of Cinema 4D, Premiere, and Procreate or Photoshop, as well as a computer with these programs installed.


Reviews

396 Students
13 Reviews
100% Positive ratings

Jim Palacio

A course by Jim Palacio

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Animator

Jimmy Palacio, better known as Bolden Goy, is a designer, illustrator, and 2D and 3D animator. His love of film, especially classic horror movies, often serves as inspiration for his spooky characters and their color palettes.

He takes an open-minded approach to his work, exploring how characters can be used in different disciplines, from painting to stickers and animation. Throughout his career, he's created animated spots, cover art, and ad campaigns for brands like Vice, Itaú, and Jet chocolate bars.


Content

  • U1

    Introduction

    • About Me
    • Influences
  • U2

    Look for inspiration

    • Creating a board
    • Hand release exercises
    • Organizing the interface and practicing with forms 1
    • Organizing the interface and practicing with shapes 2
  • U3

    Model the monster

    • Sketch in Procreate
    • Monsters and textures 1
    • Monsters and textures 2
    • Mouths, teeth and accessories 1
    • Mouths, teeth and accessories 2
    • Color and materials 1
    • Color and materials 2
  • U4

    Lights and movement

    • Lightning
    • Animation
    • Basic rigging
    • Final rendering and looping
    • Tips to help you create more
  • FP

    Final project

    • Creation and Animation of Monsters in Cinema 4D

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Creation and Animation of Monsters in Cinema 4D. 3D, and Animation course by Jim Palacio

Creation and Animation of Monsters in Cinema 4D

A course by Jim Palacio
Animator. Bogota, Colombia.
Joined August 2018
  • 100% positive reviews (13)
  • 396 students