Basics

Create a simple frame by frame animation of a ball moving across the screen 

which demonstrates:

-Squash and stretch

-Slow in/Slow out 

-Anticipation

-Timing.

(All frames click here)

Create a bouncing ball which demonstrates understanding of:

-Squash and stretch with constant volume

-Animation on archs

-Slow in slow out

-Spacing

-Timing 

Recreate the bouncing ball exercise with your own character (like Macheeb here):

Create a pencil test of a basic walk cylce:

-Subtle Squash and stretch with constant volume

-The pathway of the head should moves on archs

-Good Spacing and timing are key.

Now try a more complex walk like a strut or a sneak see: walk cycles.

Finally try a run cycle.

Now a fast run!

   

Notice The mild use of "Animation Smears."

Finally do a clean up of all your cylcles:

This Does not have to be inked or painted.

 

Final: Masters study: 

Annalise a professional animated sequence and do a study of that sequence using your own character in a similar situation.