ABSTRACT
Traditional animation refers to the means of creating moving images frame-by-frame without the assistance of a computer. This encompasses hand-drawn animation, stop-motion puppetry, and any imaginable technique that uses traditional media over time. In many ways, modern digital 3D animation has a lot in common with stop-motion animation. The processes of modeling, surfacing, rigging, cinematography, animation, and lighting are very analogous. Modeling may involve making a sculptural character out of clay. The model may actually be built around a metal armature that serves as the character rig. The model is painted and adorned with clothing and other accessories. The camera is placed along with the lights, and characters are animated. This all sounds remarkably like modern 3D animation.
