where the animator has total control over movement and physics, unlike the constraints of the real world. Metamorphosis

If you have the PDF, you possess one of the most important texts in animation history. It does not tell a single fairy tale, but rather tells the intellectual story of how drawings come to life, how they trick the eye, and how they convey deep human truths through exaggeration and metaphor.

"Understanding Animation" is an invaluable resource for: