Introduction to Rigging for Animation
IK and FK
A course by joseantoniomartinmartin , Lead Character TD and Rigger
About the video: IK and FK
Overview
“In this lesson we will see the difference between FK (Forward Kinematics) and IK (Inverse Kinematics). Which then apply to the creation of the character's rig. ”
In this video lesson joseantoniomartinmartin addresses the topic: IK and FK, which is part of the Domestika online course: Introduction to Rigging for Animation. Learn to create the basic controls of a human character.
Partial transcription of the video
“Having covered this brief intro. let's delve into the concepts of IK and FK in more detail now. FK. or Forward Kinematics. refers to an animation technique where controls are used to move limbs. you to pose the character by advancing its limbs forward. This method is essential for creating natural fluid character poses in animation. IK stands for Inverse Kinematics. meaning the animation will have a control point for movement. for example. on the wrist or ankle. to illustrate its use. and by moving that control. the rest of the limb will react according to how it is moved. Forward Kinematic...”
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joseantoniomartinmartin
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Jose Antonio Martín has been working as Lead Character TD for almost a decade. During this time, he has developed professionally as a rigger and character TD in companies including Framestore and MPC, which has paved the way to participate in blockbusters such as Gravity (Oscar winner for best VFX), Guardians of the Galaxy, Paddington, Edge of Tomorrow, Terminator Genesis, Suicide Squad, Independence Day: Resurgence, and Ghost in the Shell.
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