Need Advice on Improving Head Movement Animation (Deform FX vs M.Wrap)

iEmby wrote on 2/15/2025, 7:27 AM

Hey everyone,

I recently completed a project for a client, and while it's nearly finalized, I’m personally not satisfied with the goat’s head movement. I initially used masking and deform FX, but the results weren’t as smooth as I wanted.

Normally, I rely on mesh wrap for these types of organic movements, but in this case, the object is quite small, and I’m facing issues with snapping and lack of smoothness in mesh points. This is making the animation feel less fluid than I’d like.

I’m considering alternative methods to refine the movement, something similar to the Puppet Tool in After Effects for better control. Has anyone faced a similar issue? What would you recommend for achieving smoother, more natural deformations in a scenario like this?

Would love to hear your thoughts—thanks in advance!

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iEmby wrote on 2/16/2025, 1:48 PM

@zzzzzz9125 can you please check this once buddy,...?

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Fu-Ji wrote on 2/17/2025, 1:11 AM

You can try Adobe Animate

Or Ignite Pro Puppet FX.

iEmby wrote on 2/17/2025, 1:27 AM

@Fu-Ji thanks... Anything open source available there ??

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Steve_Rhoden wrote on 2/17/2025, 1:42 AM

The best alternative i would recommend you use is the Puppet Tool in After Effects.

Fu-Ji wrote on 2/17/2025, 2:27 AM

thanks... Anything open source available there ??

@iEmby Hi, here:

And, if you own VEGAS Effects, it has a puppet tool. tuto by @alifftudm95

iEmby wrote on 2/17/2025, 2:39 AM

How can i buy VEGAS Effects Now? As it is not available

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Steve_Rhoden wrote on 2/17/2025, 1:10 PM

@iEmby Sorry, it can't be directly purchased anymore.... And even if you do source a copy from a previous user, it still won't be compatible with the newer versions of Vegas Pro.

LdM_Edit wrote on 2/17/2025, 3:51 PM

There's a software for creating animations called "Moho Pro". It's expensive but very good. It has a limited and cheaper version called "Moho Debut".

The famous "Blender" is free and you can also create 2D animations with it