🌀 Types of 2D Animation

2D animation is flat, uses X and Y axes, and is often used for stylistic or cost-effective projects.

1. Traditional Hand-Drawn Animation

   • Frame-by-frame drawing

   • Used in: Classic cartoons, artistic films

2. Digital 2D Animation

   • Tools: Adobe Animate, Toon Boom Harmony

   • Used in: TV series, explainer videos, web content

3. Motion Graphics

   • Moving text, shapes, icons

   • Tools: After Effects

   • Used in: Corporate videos, intros, social media ads

4. Cut-out Animation

   • Uses pre-made pieces (like puppets)

   • Used in: South Park, children’s shows

5. Whiteboard Animation

   • Simulates hand drawing on a whiteboard

   • Used in: Educational, marketing videos

🧊 Types of 3D Animation

3D uses X, Y, and Z axes and is more immersive and realistic.

1. Character Animation

   • Used in: Pixar-style films, games, series

   • Tools: Maya, Blender

2. 3D Motion Graphics

   • Stylized graphics (3D logos, titles)

   • Used in: Broadcast design, product ads

3. Architectural Visualization

   • Realistic renderings of buildings

   • Tools: 3ds Max, Lumion

   • Used in: Real estate, urban planning

4. Product Animation

   • Visualizing products in action

   • Used in: E-commerce, tech demos

5. Simulation & VFX (Visual Effects)

   • Explosions, liquids, smoke, particles

   • Tools: Houdini, Cinema 4D

   • Used in: Films, games, ads

6. Medical & Scientific Animation

   • Detailed inner-body or tech processes

   • Used in: Medical education, biotech