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Animation Commission FAQ
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So I've been getting a lot of everything this year. From commissions to random hate mail, things are arriving in batches of many so I think it's high time for me to write a FAQ for the animation-hungry masses. These are the peeps who could afford to burn money just to see their own characters reading the morning newspaper at the toilet or shoot themselves with a shotgun in all it's animated glory. Read on if you're interested in commissioning me for an animation!
**So boybogart, what kind of animation do you do?**
A: I do Flash animations. I do just about any kind of animation you could do on Flash, here are some popular types:
1. Paperdoll animation- This type of animation is a mix of tweening and some frame-by-frames. This is becoming very popular on saturday morning cartoons. Some examples are Johnny Test and Hero 108.
2. Frame-by-frame animation- This is a wide one and could range from anime-style cartoons to smooth vector animations. The bottom line is this is very good looking but also very time consuming as every frame would be drawn manually. Just about every cartoon you've seen could be made in this style.
3. Simple tweened animations- This is just a sub-entry I made up for the very simple animations like a logo spinning into place or a banner flashing etc. This is used mainly for ads or company stuff.
**Could you explain your process here so I would have a better idea?**
A: Sure thang! Below you could find the process I use for the 3 types of animations that I do.
1. Paperdoll animation- First and foremost, if this is a very detailed story, we need a detailed script. Then from there I'll make a storyboard for it then compile it into an animatic. After these things has been approved by the client, I'll make the character builds and backgrounds for the animation. Then the animation itself will be made.
2. Frame-by-frame animation- It's pretty much the same with paperdoll animation but with the addition of some more work like adding secondary shadows, rimlights and camera blurs. I also composite the whole thing on After effects to give it that "series quality" look you could see on tv.
3. Simple tweened animations- Create assets-make animation. Simple and quick, gets the job done.
**I have a story with my own characters, could you give me a rundown of how things will flow from start to finish?**
A: First up, we need to talk through e-mail or chat. You'd give me the details of the story, how would you like it to look like and the general feel of the animation. After those things have been clarified, I'd get to work on the materials and in every step of the way, I'll update you with the done files if there's any changes to be done. This will go on until we get the right look and I'll take the project from there.
Also, there are clients who just want to give the materials and authorize me to do what I think is fit for the story, I'm also cool with that.
**All of these things are cool, but I just want a 10 second looped animation of my characters fighting or acting sexy. Do you accept commissions like that?**
A: Of course! You may find it cool that most of my commissions are these little 10 second looped animations. These things are refreshing to do and I enjoy doing them!
**Do you do rush commissions and what about deadlines?**
A: I don't accept rush commissions and strict deadlines as for the sole reason that quality is compromised in these situations. I want my work to represent nothing but the best. I have deadlines, yes, but this is something that varies with every commission. I gotta see first the details before I know how long it will take.
**How much are your rates and what are my payment options?**
A: Ah, the rates. Below you will find my rate for every type of animation that I do.
1. Paperdoll animation:
$100 - Initial set-up (this includes: 5 character builds, 10 vector backgrounds,
plus a music set-up) *Add $10 for an additional character, BG or music*
$10 - per second of animation
2. Frame-by-frame animation:
$100 - Initial set-up (this includes: 3 character designs,10 painted backgrounds,
plus a music set-up) *Add 10 for an additional character, BG or music*
$20 - per second of animation
3. Simple tweened animation:
50$ - Initial set-up (this includes 20 assets like a logo, background etc.)
$5 - per second of animation
PAYMENT OPTIONS: Right now my payment option is only Paypal. 50% upfront payment is required then the other half would be given when everything is done.
**Do you have an online portfolio?**
A: Aside from the deviations I have here on my dA account, I have my demoreel up on this link:
www.vimeo.com/11492757
**How could I contact you if I have any questions?**
A: You could send me a note here on my dA account or you could email me at boybogart@yahoo.com. Feel free to contact me anytime.
**Do you have facebook where I could get to know you more? I'm a hawt shawty and I'm very interested.**
A: Eherm. Feel free to send me a private note here on deviantart. But don't expect anything yet, I have good taste.
That's about it guys, thanks for reading and be on your merry way!
Cheers,
Kev
**So boybogart, what kind of animation do you do?**
A: I do Flash animations. I do just about any kind of animation you could do on Flash, here are some popular types:
1. Paperdoll animation- This type of animation is a mix of tweening and some frame-by-frames. This is becoming very popular on saturday morning cartoons. Some examples are Johnny Test and Hero 108.
2. Frame-by-frame animation- This is a wide one and could range from anime-style cartoons to smooth vector animations. The bottom line is this is very good looking but also very time consuming as every frame would be drawn manually. Just about every cartoon you've seen could be made in this style.
3. Simple tweened animations- This is just a sub-entry I made up for the very simple animations like a logo spinning into place or a banner flashing etc. This is used mainly for ads or company stuff.
**Could you explain your process here so I would have a better idea?**
A: Sure thang! Below you could find the process I use for the 3 types of animations that I do.
1. Paperdoll animation- First and foremost, if this is a very detailed story, we need a detailed script. Then from there I'll make a storyboard for it then compile it into an animatic. After these things has been approved by the client, I'll make the character builds and backgrounds for the animation. Then the animation itself will be made.
2. Frame-by-frame animation- It's pretty much the same with paperdoll animation but with the addition of some more work like adding secondary shadows, rimlights and camera blurs. I also composite the whole thing on After effects to give it that "series quality" look you could see on tv.
3. Simple tweened animations- Create assets-make animation. Simple and quick, gets the job done.
**I have a story with my own characters, could you give me a rundown of how things will flow from start to finish?**
A: First up, we need to talk through e-mail or chat. You'd give me the details of the story, how would you like it to look like and the general feel of the animation. After those things have been clarified, I'd get to work on the materials and in every step of the way, I'll update you with the done files if there's any changes to be done. This will go on until we get the right look and I'll take the project from there.
Also, there are clients who just want to give the materials and authorize me to do what I think is fit for the story, I'm also cool with that.
**All of these things are cool, but I just want a 10 second looped animation of my characters fighting or acting sexy. Do you accept commissions like that?**
A: Of course! You may find it cool that most of my commissions are these little 10 second looped animations. These things are refreshing to do and I enjoy doing them!
**Do you do rush commissions and what about deadlines?**
A: I don't accept rush commissions and strict deadlines as for the sole reason that quality is compromised in these situations. I want my work to represent nothing but the best. I have deadlines, yes, but this is something that varies with every commission. I gotta see first the details before I know how long it will take.
**How much are your rates and what are my payment options?**
A: Ah, the rates. Below you will find my rate for every type of animation that I do.
1. Paperdoll animation:
$100 - Initial set-up (this includes: 5 character builds, 10 vector backgrounds,
plus a music set-up) *Add $10 for an additional character, BG or music*
$10 - per second of animation
2. Frame-by-frame animation:
$100 - Initial set-up (this includes: 3 character designs,10 painted backgrounds,
plus a music set-up) *Add 10 for an additional character, BG or music*
$20 - per second of animation
3. Simple tweened animation:
50$ - Initial set-up (this includes 20 assets like a logo, background etc.)
$5 - per second of animation
PAYMENT OPTIONS: Right now my payment option is only Paypal. 50% upfront payment is required then the other half would be given when everything is done.
**Do you have an online portfolio?**
A: Aside from the deviations I have here on my dA account, I have my demoreel up on this link:
www.vimeo.com/11492757
**How could I contact you if I have any questions?**
A: You could send me a note here on my dA account or you could email me at boybogart@yahoo.com. Feel free to contact me anytime.
**Do you have facebook where I could get to know you more? I'm a hawt shawty and I'm very interested.**
A: Eherm. Feel free to send me a private note here on deviantart. But don't expect anything yet, I have good taste.
That's about it guys, thanks for reading and be on your merry way!
Cheers,
Kev
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