i love how i turned out in tweening :3

Hey Lemon8 fam! So many of you have been curious about how I get my Gacha tweening animations looking so smooth and eye-catching, especially after my last post. It's actually a super fun process once you get the hang of it, and I wanted to share some of my personal tips and tricks to help you achieve that 'good art' and 'good tweening' combo that everyone loves. First off, what exactly is tweening animation? In simple terms, it's about generating intermediate frames between two keyframes to create the illusion of smooth movement. Instead of drawing every single frame, you just define the start and end points of a movement, and the software 'tweens' the rest. This is a game-changer for Gacha animators, allowing us to create dynamic scenes without needing to be master illustrators for every single frame. To get that 'good art' foundation for your tweening, here’s what I focus on: Character Design: Make sure your Gacha characters are well-designed and expressive. A strong character design makes your animation instantly more engaging. Posing: Even before you animate, think about your key poses. Good initial poses make the tweening process much easier and the final animation more impactful. Consistency: Keep your art style consistent throughout your animation, including line weight, coloring, and shading. Now for the 'good tweening' part itself! Here's how I make my animations smooth: Keyframes are King: Don't be afraid to add enough keyframes to define crucial moments for natural movement. Easing In and Out: This is HUGE. Use 'ease in' and 'ease out' functions to mimic real-world physics, making motions accelerate and decelerate naturally. Subtle Movements: Small, subtle movements like a slight head tilt, blinking, or hair swaying can add so much life to your characters without overdoing it. Many of you also asked about finding a 'free tweening base'. While Gacha Life/Club characters themselves can serve as a base, if you're looking for pre-made poses or templates, here's where I usually look: DeviantArt/Pinterest: Search for "Gacha pose references" or "animation base Gacha." Always check artist's terms of use! YouTube Tutorials: Many Gacha animators share their own free resources or demonstrate how to create a basic tweening base from scratch. Discord Servers: Join Gacha animation communities! Members often share resources and tips. Remember, a 'base' is just a starting point. Feel free to adapt and personalize it to fit your unique character and story. Finally, let's talk about 'popular animation hashtags' to get your amazing creations seen! Using the right hashtags is crucial for discoverability on platforms like Lemon8 or TikTok. Here are some I've found useful: #gacha #gachaanimation #gachaclub #gachalife #gachaedit (Essential for the Gacha community) #tweeninganimation #animation #digitalart (Broader animation and art tags) #fyp #foryoupage #viral (General trending tags, use judiciously) Mix and match these, and always look at what's trending in your niche. Don't keyword stuff, but use a good variety that accurately describes your content. I hope these insights help you on your Gacha tweening journey! It's all about practice and having fun with it. Can't wait to see what you create!