How to Animate Stylized Acting with Mocap | 3D Animation Course & Tips

In this video, we’ll take motion capture (mocap motion) and create a stylized acting performance in just under an hour! While we’ve explored action fight scenes before, this time we’re diving into the art of acting in 3D animation. I’ll walk you through my techniques for cleaning up mocap and turning it into a polished performance using tools like Autodesk Maya, Advanced Skeleton, and Unreal Engine. Whether you’re a 3D animator, animation YouTuber, or part of a small animation studio, this tutorial is perfect for refining your character animation skills. We’ll cover mocap cleanup while exploring how to create believable acting pieces. Great for those in 3D animation classes or following a 3D animation course, this video will enhance your animation workflow and offer insights into 3D modeling and animation. Whether you’re interested in learning how to start an animation studio, character design, or simply want to improve your understanding of body mechanics, you’ll find plenty of animation tips, advice, and advanced animation techniques. Join us to level up your skills with mocap tutorials and create something you can be proud of! 00:00 - Intro 00:32 - Time Editor Retime 05:45 - Layers 56:28 - Outro