Reviewing Student Animations: Fixing Common Animation Mistakes

Mark Masters August 20, 2025
Video Thumbnail
Mark Masters Logo

Mark Masters

View Channel

About

I work for Archetype Entertainment as a Senior Animator. I've had the privilege of working at Blizzard, Zenimax Online Studios, and People Can Fly. I've worked on titles like Spyro: Reignited Trilogy, The Elder Scrolls Online, and Dauntless. My goal for this channel is to teach others and share the knowledge and experience I've gained over the years working as an animator in games and television.

Video Description

Today I’m reviewing an animation student’s first assignment — and it’s seriously impressive for a first project. I’ll share detailed notes on spacing, arcs, overlap, chest compression, hip movement, head stabilization, and more. If you’re learning animation, watching critiques like this is one of the fastest ways to level up. You’ll see where beginners often struggle and learn how to fix those issues in your own work. 💡 Want your animation reviewed on the channel? DM me on Instagram, LinkedIn, or Twitter with your reel or shot, and I’ll feature it in a future video. Social Media 📰 Twitter: https://twitter.com/markmasters92 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markmasters92 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-masters-062a89a4/ 00:00 Intro 01:05 Idle Animation Critique 10:59 Run Cycle Critique 19:38 Kick Animation Critique 28:42 Final Thoughts + How to Get Your Work Reviewed

You May Also Like

Animator's Toolkit Essentials

AI-recommended products based on this video

Loading...
AocBook 15.6'' FHD Laptop, Intel N95, Nvidia GTX 1060 4GB, 32GB DDR4 RAM, M.2 SSD, Sleek Notebook with Type-C, HDMI, RJ45 Ethernet, Backlit Keyboard, Fingerprint (32GB DDR4 | 1TB SSD)

AocBook 15.6'' FHD Laptop, Intel N95, Nvidia GTX 1060 4GB, 32GB DDR4 RAM, M.2 SSD, Sleek Notebook with Type-C, HDMI, RJ45 Ethernet, Backlit Keyboard, Fingerprint (32GB DDR4 | 1TB SSD)

(3)
$749.00
FREE delivery Fri, Jun 20
Loading...
Dell 27 Plus 4K Monitor - S2725QS - 27-inch 4K (3840 x 2160) 120Hz 16:9 Display, IPS Panel, AMD FreeSync Premium, sRGB 99%, Integrated Speakers, 1500:1 Contrast Ratio, Comfortview Plus - Ash White

Dell 27 Plus 4K Monitor - S2725QS - 27-inch 4K (3840 x 2160) 120Hz 16:9 Display, IPS Panel, AMD FreeSync Premium, sRGB 99%, Integrated Speakers, 1500:1 Contrast Ratio, Comfortview Plus - Ash White

(13)
$309.99$297.59
FREE delivery Tue, Oct 7
200+ bought in past month
Loading...
Logitech G203 Wired Gaming Mouse, 8,000 DPI, Rainbow Optical Effect LIGHTSYNC RGB, 6 Programmable Buttons, On-Board Memory, Screen Mapping, PC/Mac Computer and Laptop Compatible - Black
Best Seller

Logitech G203 Wired Gaming Mouse, 8,000 DPI, Rainbow Optical Effect LIGHTSYNC RGB, 6 Programmable Buttons, On-Board Memory, Screen Mapping, PC/Mac Computer and Laptop Compatible - Black

(17,871)
$27.98$22.38
FREE delivery Tue, Oct 14 on your first order
500+ bought in past month
Loading...
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Mouse, Hero 12K Sensor, 12,000 DPI, Lightweight, 6 Programmable Buttons, 250h Battery Life, On-Board Memory, PC/Mac - Black

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Mouse, Hero 12K Sensor, 12,000 DPI, Lightweight, 6 Programmable Buttons, 250h Battery Life, On-Board Memory, PC/Mac - Black

(21,223)
$44.98
FREE delivery Tue, Oct 14
1K+ bought in past month
Loading...
SanDisk 128GB Extreme PRO SDXC UHS-I Memory Card - C10, U3, V30, 4K UHD, SD Card - SDSDXXD-128G-GN4IN
Best Seller

SanDisk 128GB Extreme PRO SDXC UHS-I Memory Card - C10, U3, V30, 4K UHD, SD Card - SDSDXXD-128G-GN4IN

(71,074)
$29.99$26.61
FREE delivery Sun, Aug 10 on your first order
4K+ bought in past month
Loading...
SanDisk 128GB 2-Pack microSDXC Card, Licensed for Nintendo Switch (2x128GB) - SDSQXAO-128G-GN6Z2

SanDisk 128GB 2-Pack microSDXC Card, Licensed for Nintendo Switch (2x128GB) - SDSQXAO-128G-GN6Z2

(322,464)
$48.90
PrimeFREE delivery Sat, Jun 14
Loading...
Anker 332 USB-C Hub (5-in-1) with 4K HDMI Display, 5Gbps - and 2 5Gbps USB-A Data Ports and for MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, Dell XPS, Lenovo Thinkpad, HP Laptops and More

Anker 332 USB-C Hub (5-in-1) with 4K HDMI Display, 5Gbps - and 2 5Gbps USB-A Data Ports and for MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, Dell XPS, Lenovo Thinkpad, HP Laptops and More

(11,639)
$23.99
FREE delivery Sat, Jun 14 on your first order
1K+ bought in past month
Loading...
Art Kit, 272 Pack Art Set Drawing Kit for Kids Girls Boys, Deluxe Gift Art Supplies with Trifold Easel, Origami Paper, Coloring Pad, Sketch Pad, Pastels, Crayons, Pencils, Watercolors (Pink)
Best Seller

Art Kit, 272 Pack Art Set Drawing Kit for Kids Girls Boys, Deluxe Gift Art Supplies with Trifold Easel, Origami Paper, Coloring Pad, Sketch Pad, Pastels, Crayons, Pencils, Watercolors (Pink)

(422)
$29.99
FREE delivery Sat, Jun 14 on your first order
200+ bought in past month