Content and task:
- Plan Body mechanics shot
Task :Plan Body mechanics shot
I referred to a reference video from professional motion capture actor Xixiyu and decided to create a jumping-down pose. I realized that the preparation phase for this pose is crucial because when a character jumps down from a high place or between platforms, there is usually a preparatory action before the jump. Below is my reference clip:
The reason I chose this reference video is that it is very comprehensive, covering the whole process from the initial position to the preparation position, to the jump, fall and return to the standing position. The recording is complete and clear. I need consistency and integrity in these poses so that I can better analyze the changes in his movements.
This is the preparation phase before the jump. According to the reference, she first takes a deep breath as the initial preparatory action. Then, she crosses her arms and shifts her weight backward, storing force in one direction. After that, her center of gravity moves upward and forward, and her body transitions from a side-back position to facing forward.
This is the takeoff phase. She spreads her arms, possibly to maintain balance, and then descends. The overall motion curve should resemble that of a bouncing ball.
This is the landing phase. You can see her center of gravity shifting from right to left, followed by her standing up and taking a few steps forward.
This is the entire dynamic process：
The entire line change in the center of gravity, but I won’t make it exactly the same because the animation needs to be smoother, like a bouncing ball.