Animation Field Notes

Animation Field Notes

Emotional Memory

Make your performances personal

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Todd Shaffer
Feb 26, 2026
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Emotional memory is the lifeblood of great performances. Animators have a unique struggle with being emotionally creative with their performances. We’re far too comfortable borrowing heavily from, expression sheets and the performances of other animators. It’s an easy trap to fall into.

When we’re blown away by anothe…

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