How To Rig a 3D Model in Cinema 4D
Can Erduman, a character animator, teaches Cinema 4D users how to rig a 3D model of an adorable bee. If you’re new to character animation, this tutorial is for you! The tutorial, through School of Motion, breaks down the process, covering rigging the antennas, body, and wings. He also walks users through using the Pose Morph tag and mirroring the movement of the wings. He also gives advice on staying organized and using Selection Objects.
This may be the cutest bee I’ve ever seen.
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