- Use Bone Tools to Quickly Animate Your Characters - A unique bone-rigging toolset allows you to create a skeleton that can be easily manipulated to animate characters, simple drawings, or objects in your animation.
- Create Your Own Art or Import Content to Get Started Quickly - Draw your own art with intuitive vector-based draw and paint tools or use pre-built content from the Library to get started.
- Share Everywhere - Export to the most popular web and video formats, or upload and share on YouTube or Facebook directly from within Anime Studio.
- Easily import your hand-drawn sketches or existing artwork from popular graphics programs and automatically convert them to ready-to-animate vector drawings.
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Anime Studio Debut 8
Create Your Own Cartoons and Animations
Create Animations in Minutes
The fun, quick and affordable way to create animations, Anime Studio is the ideal solution for first-time animators, hobbyists and digital artists. A Beginner's Mode and Character Wizard allow you to design your own ready-to-animate characters in minutes.
Organize Projects with the Timeline, Keyframes and Layers
Move your character naturally along the timeline with keyframes, creating smooth animations. Use multiple layers to edit your animation and add sound, special effects and more.
The Beginner's Mode gets you started quickly. View larger.
Use Bone Tools to Quickly Animate Your Characters
A unique bone-rigging toolset allows you to create a skeleton that can be easily manipulated to animate characters, simple drawings, or objects in your animation.
Create Your Own Art or Import Content to Get Started Quickly
Draw your own art with intuitive vector-based draw and paint tools or use pre-built content from the Library to get started. Easily import your hand-drawn sketches or existing artwork from popular graphics programs and automatically convert them to ready-to-animate vector drawings.
Animate your creations using bones. View larger.
Create an endless amount of ready-to-animate characters using the Character Wizard. View larger.
Share Everywhere
Export to the most popular web and video formats, or upload and share on YouTube or Facebook directly from within Anime Studio.
Utilize an Array of Powerful and Versatile Features
Free Characters: Use pre-built characters including Jace, Liz, Lightning Man, Dexter and Anime Boy. All are royalty-free, vector-based creations.
Import and Export Art: Bring in your Illustrator or layered Adobe Photoshop files; instantly gather all your project files in one location.
Tons of Tutorials: Access videos and sample files to master powerful features and start animating right away.
Bring Your Photos to Life: Import your favorite images from your digital camera, attach bones and easily turn your photographs into animated movies.
Features
New! Character Wizard
Creating your own characters has never been easier. Quickly design ready-to-animate characters using the built-in Character Wizard. Select a preset, dial in the body proportions and choose from dozens of predesigned 2D components such as hands, feet, mouths, eyes, noses and heads. The look and feel of each character is fully customizable with the help of easy to use sliders. Choose from various clothing choices and custom color combinations, or create a virtually endless amount of fun and different characters using the Randomize feature. Each character comes with multiples views and can be imported with a complete walk cycle, allowing you to have your characters walk in your scene with the click of a button. Even attach head shots of you and your friends for fast and easy jib-jab style animation.
The Content Library is packed with hundreds of ready-to-use characters, props, scenes and more. View larger.
New! Automatic Image Tracing
Quickly bring your scanned drawings and photos to life by converting them to ready-to-animate vector art with the click of a button. Color your vector art, resize without loss in image quality and animate using bones. Existing drawings such as heads can quickly get attached to a pre-animated character that you created with the Character Wizard, providing versatility and speed when creating your own characters.
New! Enhanced Drawing Tools
Combine the freehand tool's smart welding feature with the Delete Edge tool to create complex shapes quickly. This eliminates the need for precise drawing, giving you the freedom to sketch as you desire. Additional brush styles have been included and optional rounded end caps have been added to the drawing tools.
Apply a cut-out style effect to any character or object. View larger.
Quickly convert existing drawings to vector art. View larger.
Anime Studio Debut 8 offers an intuitive interface with powerful tools. View larger.
New! Vector Shape Selector
Quickly find and edit vector layers using the Vector Shape Selector. You no longer have to worry about naming each layer to easily find the one you're looking for. Just click on a shape in your project, and the corresponding layer automatically gets selected for editing. This eliminates tedious searching for the layer you want to edit.
New! Layer Outline Effects
Quickly apply a cut-out style effect to any character or object. Set the width and color for each outline and customize the look and feel of your animation.
New! Enhanced User Interface
Anime Studio 8 introduces new User Interface colors, allowing you to choose from various preset color schemes or create your own. The new Smart Tool Palette provides a less cluttered interface and a better user experience by hiding irrelevant tools.
New! More Ready-To-Use Content
Anime Studio Debut provides an extensive content library with hundreds of pieces of ready-to-use content that includes fully rigged, vector-based characters like Jace, Thorn, Anime Boy and Liz, as well as props, scenes, action words, stock video and images, sound effects and more so you can start creating your own animations right away.
- Beginner's Mode helps you start animating right away
- Incorporate sound clips with integrated audio recording and automatic lip-syncing
- Combine your animation with audio and video elements
- Apply cartoon effects to any image or video
- Integrate special effects such as motion blur and shadows
- Track, zoom and roll the camera
- Access the Content Library for hundreds of ready-to-use characters, props, scenes and more
- Pen tablet support simulates drawing on paper
- Built-in tutorials and sample files get you up and running quickly
- Import Quicktime, AVI or MPEG-4 video
- Export your animations in SWF, AVI or MOV format
- Render in popular formats and sizes
- Upload directly to Facebook and YouTube
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I am sure this product would be great for anyone savy with graphics software of any kind, but for me just did no work. So probably the primary issue is my own inability. I presuem if your are savy with any of the Adobe software this may be easy to use.
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63 of 64 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fun and Useful
Aug 23 2011
By Mike Wallace
- Published on Amazon.com
Amazon Vine™ Review
I am a photoshop user so the concept of layers and design tools are not foreign to me. I have also been wanting to work with vectors, since I don't have Adobe Illustrator, I thought this might be a good substitute.
This is quick easy animation software. There is a learning curve, but it is not that difficult, if you are somewhat familar with other graphic and movie software. Another nice thing is this software comes with a 20 minute video that shows you how to do many of the important features. The video starts off with the drawing tools, and then moves on to the charactor wizard. It has pre-set facial features and body parts so you can easily create unique charactors with the pre-set tools.
One of the coolest features of this software is the bone rigging, which you can use to make your charactors and animations move. You can also create your own charactor using shapes, drawing, and the library of eyes, mouths, and other features. Another nice thing for artists is charactor tracing. You can draw an image and then scan it into the software, which then traces it, and allows you to add colors and animations. You could use one of the charactor wizard bodies and bring your home drawn animation to life. The power of this software is limited to how well you learn to use the tools and your own talent and creativity.
As far as the learning curve, watching and working through the 20 minute video and then following along with the other tutorials would be a good idea. There is also a beginning tutorial when you first open the software and PDF help files. You can also toggle between regular mode and beginner mode, until you learn all of the functionality of the tools.
As far as making animated video clips it is possible to do some really amazing stuff within a short period of time. The software is powerful and not that difficult to grasp, making it great for beginners and more advanced users would enjoy it too. In fact you can't beat it for the price. That being said, the main feature that Anime Pro has that Debut doesn't is the ability to export as a PSD. If you are not a photoshop nerd then you will not miss this function.
In order to export still images as jpgs; click on file>preview, and then on the bottom left hand corner of the preview menu, you will find a save as button that allows you to save in JPEG, BMP, Targa, PNG or copy to the clipboard. The great thing about this function is that I can use this software to create vector graphics for the web. Over all this is an affordable, easy to use, animation tool that could keep you entertained for hours and also a very affordable vector graphic solution.
This is quick easy animation software. There is a learning curve, but it is not that difficult, if you are somewhat familar with other graphic and movie software. Another nice thing is this software comes with a 20 minute video that shows you how to do many of the important features. The video starts off with the drawing tools, and then moves on to the charactor wizard. It has pre-set facial features and body parts so you can easily create unique charactors with the pre-set tools.
One of the coolest features of this software is the bone rigging, which you can use to make your charactors and animations move. You can also create your own charactor using shapes, drawing, and the library of eyes, mouths, and other features. Another nice thing for artists is charactor tracing. You can draw an image and then scan it into the software, which then traces it, and allows you to add colors and animations. You could use one of the charactor wizard bodies and bring your home drawn animation to life. The power of this software is limited to how well you learn to use the tools and your own talent and creativity.
As far as the learning curve, watching and working through the 20 minute video and then following along with the other tutorials would be a good idea. There is also a beginning tutorial when you first open the software and PDF help files. You can also toggle between regular mode and beginner mode, until you learn all of the functionality of the tools.
As far as making animated video clips it is possible to do some really amazing stuff within a short period of time. The software is powerful and not that difficult to grasp, making it great for beginners and more advanced users would enjoy it too. In fact you can't beat it for the price. That being said, the main feature that Anime Pro has that Debut doesn't is the ability to export as a PSD. If you are not a photoshop nerd then you will not miss this function.
In order to export still images as jpgs; click on file>preview, and then on the bottom left hand corner of the preview menu, you will find a save as button that allows you to save in JPEG, BMP, Targa, PNG or copy to the clipboard. The great thing about this function is that I can use this software to create vector graphics for the web. Over all this is an affordable, easy to use, animation tool that could keep you entertained for hours and also a very affordable vector graphic solution.
47 of 48 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars
I found the features quite limiting in comparison to the Pro version
Nov 11 2011
By J. Maxon
- Published on Amazon.com
Amazon Vine™ Review
I was interested in this program not because I like anime (which I do), but because I'm an author looking for creative ways to produce book trailers. At first look, Anime Studio Debut had promise.
In the past, I've used Adobe Flash and Windows Movie Maker to make my trailers. Both have their pluses and minuses. Flash, for example, is expensive and comes with a high learning curve, whereas Windows Movie Maker is free (on the Windows OS), but extremely limiting.
Some authors (and publishers) create simple slide transitions with static imagery accompanied by background music. I, personally, find these types of trailers a bit dull, and not all that professional. The more "movie-like" a book trailer can be the better chance it has of gaining interest.
Like Flash, Anime Studio uses both a timeline and layers, which gives you the ability to create detailed motions: such as a character walking with clouds floating in the background. The bone structure in AS (Anime Studio) allows for easy character movements, such as lifting an arm and bending an elbow at the same time. This actually works easier than it does in Flash. I also like how there is a library of pre-made body parts, such as eyes (with different expressions) and mouths that animate automatically based on the words spoken in your audio (you can also change the pitch of your voice to sound more cartoon'ish-which you can record directly in the program). This is a major time saver. There are also wizards that help you to create your own custom characters without much effort (though I wish there was an easy way to create backgrounds too). Another great feature is that you can directly (from AS) upload your animations to Facebook and YouTube.
That said, as an Adobe designer (for over ten years), I found the tools and shortcuts in Anime Studio different enough to make simple tasks somewhat difficult. My thought was to design my vector graphics in Adobe Illustrator, and then import them into AS. After much hair pulling, I contacted SmithMicro (the creator of AS) only to find out that the .eps import feature is only available on the Anime Studio Pro 8 version, not the Debut. For something that should be a basic feature, I think it a poor play to force users to purchase the $199.99 version to get that ability.
Some other limitations to note with the Debut version: a 2 minute animation maximum, limit of 3000 frames, no more than 2 audio tracks, only 1 video track, no 3D support, a 788 x 768 maximum export size, among a plethora of other limitations and missing features. I strongly suggest visiting the SmithMicro website and viewing their comparison chart before purchasing the $49.99 Debut version.
File types you can import:
Images: JPEG, BMP, PSD, PNG, TGA
Audio: WAV, AIFF, MP3, M4A
Video: MOV, AVI, and MPEG-4
File types you can export:
Images: JPEG, BMP, PNG, TGA
Video: MOV, AVI, and SWF (vector animations only)
Note: You can use both NTSC and PAL Format, but not HD.
In summary, if you just wish to create basic animations and don't need all the bells and whistles, then for sure, give Anime Studio Debut 8 a try. If you endeavor to make full-length, complex animations, then do yourself a favor and put up the extra $150 for the Pro version.
James D. Maxon
Author of Traphis: A Wizard's Tale
In the past, I've used Adobe Flash and Windows Movie Maker to make my trailers. Both have their pluses and minuses. Flash, for example, is expensive and comes with a high learning curve, whereas Windows Movie Maker is free (on the Windows OS), but extremely limiting.
Some authors (and publishers) create simple slide transitions with static imagery accompanied by background music. I, personally, find these types of trailers a bit dull, and not all that professional. The more "movie-like" a book trailer can be the better chance it has of gaining interest.
Like Flash, Anime Studio uses both a timeline and layers, which gives you the ability to create detailed motions: such as a character walking with clouds floating in the background. The bone structure in AS (Anime Studio) allows for easy character movements, such as lifting an arm and bending an elbow at the same time. This actually works easier than it does in Flash. I also like how there is a library of pre-made body parts, such as eyes (with different expressions) and mouths that animate automatically based on the words spoken in your audio (you can also change the pitch of your voice to sound more cartoon'ish-which you can record directly in the program). This is a major time saver. There are also wizards that help you to create your own custom characters without much effort (though I wish there was an easy way to create backgrounds too). Another great feature is that you can directly (from AS) upload your animations to Facebook and YouTube.
That said, as an Adobe designer (for over ten years), I found the tools and shortcuts in Anime Studio different enough to make simple tasks somewhat difficult. My thought was to design my vector graphics in Adobe Illustrator, and then import them into AS. After much hair pulling, I contacted SmithMicro (the creator of AS) only to find out that the .eps import feature is only available on the Anime Studio Pro 8 version, not the Debut. For something that should be a basic feature, I think it a poor play to force users to purchase the $199.99 version to get that ability.
Some other limitations to note with the Debut version: a 2 minute animation maximum, limit of 3000 frames, no more than 2 audio tracks, only 1 video track, no 3D support, a 788 x 768 maximum export size, among a plethora of other limitations and missing features. I strongly suggest visiting the SmithMicro website and viewing their comparison chart before purchasing the $49.99 Debut version.
File types you can import:
Images: JPEG, BMP, PSD, PNG, TGA
Audio: WAV, AIFF, MP3, M4A
Video: MOV, AVI, and MPEG-4
File types you can export:
Images: JPEG, BMP, PNG, TGA
Video: MOV, AVI, and SWF (vector animations only)
Note: You can use both NTSC and PAL Format, but not HD.
In summary, if you just wish to create basic animations and don't need all the bells and whistles, then for sure, give Anime Studio Debut 8 a try. If you endeavor to make full-length, complex animations, then do yourself a favor and put up the extra $150 for the Pro version.
James D. Maxon
Author of Traphis: A Wizard's Tale
37 of 38 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Simple, Fun, and Easy Animation Software
Aug 25 2011
By Scott FS
- Published on Amazon.com
Amazon Vine™ Review
First off, I can't manage to draw a stick figure. Seriously. But I'd like to draw something for entertainment. Cartoons sounded good; I mean, cartoons aren't the Mona Lisa, right? So I should be able to do that, right?
Well, without help, that's not going to work. Along comes Anime Studio Debut 8.
What I really like about this program is that it's easy and fun to use. The tutorial doesn't assume you are an artist and have lots of experience already. It starts with the basics. Drawing a circle. That's about as basic and you can get. Can't draw a circle? You can download one from the program. That's more like it!
By providing stock shapes and images, along with simplified help, Anime Studio allows people without a shred of talent to actually create something on the computer screen. It's so easy to use, there is little of that, 'what does that mean?' and 'I don't understand what to do next!' feelings. Many drawing/art software assume you're at the level of Van Gogh to begin with. Anime Studio doesn't.
Strongly recommended. Finally, a program that doesn't assume you have a lot of drawing talent and familiarity with design software before one even starts out. Anime Studio Debut 8 is a winner of a program!
Well, without help, that's not going to work. Along comes Anime Studio Debut 8.
What I really like about this program is that it's easy and fun to use. The tutorial doesn't assume you are an artist and have lots of experience already. It starts with the basics. Drawing a circle. That's about as basic and you can get. Can't draw a circle? You can download one from the program. That's more like it!
By providing stock shapes and images, along with simplified help, Anime Studio allows people without a shred of talent to actually create something on the computer screen. It's so easy to use, there is little of that, 'what does that mean?' and 'I don't understand what to do next!' feelings. Many drawing/art software assume you're at the level of Van Gogh to begin with. Anime Studio doesn't.
Strongly recommended. Finally, a program that doesn't assume you have a lot of drawing talent and familiarity with design software before one even starts out. Anime Studio Debut 8 is a winner of a program!
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