I've choose Secondary action for my task.

What is secondary action?

  • It is not a main movement. Just a small action.
  • This action adds to the main action, adding more dimension to the character.
  • Important in heightening interest and adding a realistic complexity to the animation
  • Adding secondary actions to the main action gives a scene more life, and can help to support the main action.
  • The important thing about secondary actions is that they emphasize, rather than take attention away from the main action.
  • Example:A person walking can simultaneously swing his arms or keep them in his pockets, he can speak or whistle, or he can express emotions through facial expressions.

The character is walking across the screen, the secondary action shown here is the exaggerated swinging of the arms. This is not necessary to the character walking but it adds depth and personality to the character and the action.



This dog's collar bounces around on its neck as it walks. The collar is not the primary motion of walking, but its secondary action adds realism to the scene.


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