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Tina: A New Character Rig Expanding Possibilities for Inclusive Storytelling in Animation
NEW YORK - WisconsinEagle -- Animation Mentor (www.animationmentor.com), the leading online school for character animation, is thrilled to announce the launch of its latest 3D character rig, "Tina." Developed exclusively for Animation Mentor in partnership with Twisted Mountain Animation (www.twistedmountainanimation.com), Tina is set to become an essential tool for students and alumni to elevate their animation skills.
A Revolutionary Collaboration
Twisted Mountain Animation, renowned for its expertise in creating high-quality animation and pipeline solutions for leading studios and brands, played a pivotal role in bringing Tina to life. TMA's proprietary rigging system, refined through hundreds of successful projects ranging from TV and film to video games and live stage visuals, has been seamlessly integrated into Tina.
"Our mission at Twisted Mountain Animation has always been to push the boundaries of what's possible in animation. Collaborating with Animation Mentor on the Tina rig allowed us to bring a new level of creativity and authenticity to character performance. We're excited to see how animators will use Tina to tell diverse and compelling stories," said Chris Nelder, Founder and CEO of Twisted Mountain Animation.
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This partnership underscores Animation Mentor's commitment to providing cutting-edge resources to its students, ensuring they have access to industry-leading tools and techniques.
Meet Tina
Tina is a versatile and expressive character rig designed to help animators explore a wide range of performances. From subtle facial expressions to dynamic full-body movements, Tina's rig is optimized for the demands of modern animation production. Whether students are working on cinematic sequences, TV animation, or video game cutscenes, Tina is ready to meet the challenge.
"We are incredibly proud of the collaboration with Twisted Mountain Animation," said Rob Kingyens, CEO of Animation Mentor and Yellowbrick Learning. "Their expertise and innovative approach to rigging have allowed us to offer our students a character rig that not only meets but exceeds industry standards. We can't wait to see the creative ways our students will bring Tina to life."
Animation Mentor: A Legacy of Excellence in Character Animation
Founded in 2005, Animation Mentor is the premier online animation school, specializing in character animation for feature films, video games, and visual effects (VFX). Created by animators for animators, Animation Mentor offers a comprehensive curriculum that is widely recognized for its emphasis on industry-relevant skills. Students are mentored by top professionals from leading studios, ensuring they gain hands-on experience and insights into the latest industry practices. Whether focusing on character animation for blockbuster films, cutting-edge games, or stunning visual effects, Animation Mentor provides the training needed to succeed in the competitive world of animation.
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Available Now
Tina is now available to all students enrolled in Animation Mentor's acting courses and alumni wishing to enhance their animation portfolios. This new character rig has various customization options, including multiple outfits, allowing animators to tailor Tina's appearance to fit their creative vision.
For more information about Tina, visit www.animationmentor.com.
A Revolutionary Collaboration
Twisted Mountain Animation, renowned for its expertise in creating high-quality animation and pipeline solutions for leading studios and brands, played a pivotal role in bringing Tina to life. TMA's proprietary rigging system, refined through hundreds of successful projects ranging from TV and film to video games and live stage visuals, has been seamlessly integrated into Tina.
"Our mission at Twisted Mountain Animation has always been to push the boundaries of what's possible in animation. Collaborating with Animation Mentor on the Tina rig allowed us to bring a new level of creativity and authenticity to character performance. We're excited to see how animators will use Tina to tell diverse and compelling stories," said Chris Nelder, Founder and CEO of Twisted Mountain Animation.
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This partnership underscores Animation Mentor's commitment to providing cutting-edge resources to its students, ensuring they have access to industry-leading tools and techniques.
Meet Tina
Tina is a versatile and expressive character rig designed to help animators explore a wide range of performances. From subtle facial expressions to dynamic full-body movements, Tina's rig is optimized for the demands of modern animation production. Whether students are working on cinematic sequences, TV animation, or video game cutscenes, Tina is ready to meet the challenge.
"We are incredibly proud of the collaboration with Twisted Mountain Animation," said Rob Kingyens, CEO of Animation Mentor and Yellowbrick Learning. "Their expertise and innovative approach to rigging have allowed us to offer our students a character rig that not only meets but exceeds industry standards. We can't wait to see the creative ways our students will bring Tina to life."
Animation Mentor: A Legacy of Excellence in Character Animation
Founded in 2005, Animation Mentor is the premier online animation school, specializing in character animation for feature films, video games, and visual effects (VFX). Created by animators for animators, Animation Mentor offers a comprehensive curriculum that is widely recognized for its emphasis on industry-relevant skills. Students are mentored by top professionals from leading studios, ensuring they gain hands-on experience and insights into the latest industry practices. Whether focusing on character animation for blockbuster films, cutting-edge games, or stunning visual effects, Animation Mentor provides the training needed to succeed in the competitive world of animation.
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Available Now
Tina is now available to all students enrolled in Animation Mentor's acting courses and alumni wishing to enhance their animation portfolios. This new character rig has various customization options, including multiple outfits, allowing animators to tailor Tina's appearance to fit their creative vision.
For more information about Tina, visit www.animationmentor.com.
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