{"id":51788,"date":"2015-02-11T18:00:54","date_gmt":"2015-02-11T18:00:54","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/?p=51788"},"modified":"2016-05-10T08:35:39","modified_gmt":"2016-05-10T13:35:39","slug":"4-places-find-free-reference-footage-character-animation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/4-places-find-free-reference-footage-character-animation\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Places to Find Free Reference Footage for Character Animation"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you\u2019re in a creative slump or just need some assistance with keyframe timing, these free animation reference libraries have you covered.<\/h2>\n

Animation reference footage <\/strong>is real live-action footage used by animators to help with timing the subtle movements that are required to make animation realistic. No need to shoot this footage yourself – the following online animation libraries cover a wide range of subject matter.<\/p>\n

1. Reference! Reference!<\/h2>\n

\"Reference<\/a> Reference! Reference!<\/a> is an animation library that features dozens of videos for your animation referencing pleasure. All of the videos feature numbered frames to help you get perfect timing. While you\u2019re there check out the Animals in Motion<\/a> link where you can find dozens of animal reference videos as well.<\/p>\n

2. Ani Ref Vimeo Group<\/h2>\n

\"Ani<\/a> Ani Ref <\/a>is a curated Vimeo group with an impressive collection of animation reference clips<\/strong>. \u00a0With over 500 videos in the group they\u00a0cover tons of different content types – everything from soliders to monkeys. Use the search feature to track down what you’re looking for.