Following the posting of my animation on Reddit, I was inundated with an influx of comments requesting a tutorial. In response, I crafted a comprehensive breakdown of my animation and shared it on YouTube. This garnered notable recognition from prominent figures such as Ben Marriott and School of Motion, and propelled me to start my own YouTube journey.
Developing tutorials for these short animations proved to be an excellent method for me to document my workflow and retrospectively analyze the project through a lens of learning.
Receiving input from others, whether it's a second, third, or millionth perspective, can be incredibly beneficial during the creation process. Even individuals unfamiliar with motion design can offer valuable insights, ideas, and feedback that might unexpectedly ignite creativity.
Occasionally, I'd venture directly into Cinema 4D or After Effects to experiment with effects while storyboarding, often leading to further inspiration. I made a conscious effort not to confine myself solely to a storyboard or notebook during this process.
Creating a YouTube tutorial for my animation provided a relaxed opportunity to revisit the project after its completion. It enabled me to uncover impromptu decisions made during the process, rationalize those choices, and better equip myself for future projects.
