Motion Studies
A collection of short motion design studies exploring animation principles, logo movement, timing, and visual rhythm. These exercises helped build foundational skills in After Effects, including squash and stretch, rough cut animation, and animated brand marks.
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problem
The challenge was to build a stronger understanding of motion design by practicing different animation techniques, timing, and movement styles across several short exercises.
solution
I created a series of motion studies that explored animation principles, logo movement, pacing, and visual rhythm. Each piece helped strengthen my skills in After Effects while showing how movement can bring simple visuals to life.
Throughout the design process, I refined each animation by experimenting with pacing, easing, and visual hierarchy to create motion that felt intentional and engaging. These studies strengthened my understanding of animation fundamentals while demonstrating how thoughtful movement can guide attention and enhance visual communication.
year
2024 – 2025
role
Motion Designer
tools
Adobe Creative Cloud
category
Animation & Visual Effects
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Logo Animation One
This short motion design study was created for a class assignment focused on practicing animation fundamentals. The piece explores movement, timing, and simple visual transitions to build a stronger understanding of how motion can bring basic shapes and design elements to life.
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Logo Animation Two
This motion design homework explored how a logo can be brought to life through animation, timing, and visual transitions. The piece focuses on creating movement around a brand mark while practicing pacing, composition, and simple effects in After Effects.
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Motion Study
A final motion design project exploring animation, timing, and visual composition through a complete animated sequence. This piece brings together the motion principles practiced throughout the project, including pacing, transitions, and visual rhythm.
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Principles of Animation and UI Animation.
A short motion design exercise exploring timing, movement, and visual rhythm through animated composition. This study focuses on practicing how motion can guide attention and create energy within a simple sequence.
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Puppet Tool & Squash and Stretch Practice
A motion design study exploring the Puppet Tool and squash and stretch animation principles. This exercise focuses on creating flexible movement, playful distortion, and stronger motion timing within a simple animated sequence.
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