To make sure a pose is balanced and that the weight is distributed correctly you should draw a line through the middle of the pose and if there is the same amount of positive space on each side then your pose is balanced.
Pose-to-Pose Animation Workflow
Step 1: Define the action intent
Clearly establish the goal of the shot (energy, timing, weight, and emotion).
Step 2: Shoot and study reference
Perform and record the action to capture realistic timing, weight shift, and body mechanics.
Step 3: Create strong key poses
Design the most important poses that clearly communicate the action and its rhythm.
Step 4: Add in-betweens
Build smooth transitions between key poses while maintaining clarity and flow.
Step 5: Refine using animation layers
Enhance weight, balance, and secondary motion without breaking the original key poses.
Step 6: Review and iterate
Compare with reference, get feedback, and adjust timing and poses to improve realism and readability.
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