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Reusing Custom Rigs with the Character Component in CINEMA 4D

by Delano Athias

In this CINEMA 4D tutorial we will learn how to create custom rig templates with the Character Component. Software required: CINEMA 4D R13.

What you'll learn

In this CINEMA 4D tutorial we will learn how to create custom rig templates with the Character Component. We'll learn everything from setting up adjustment handles to match our rig to a character's unique size and proportions. We'll learn how to mirror components to save a ton of time, and also cover how to modify our rigging templates to make them robust and efficient. In the end, you'll learn how to take advantage of this very powerful and intuitive character tool in order to increase your productivity. Software required: CINEMA 4D R13.

About the author

Delano works avidly as an animation author at Pluralsight. Starting his career at animation studios like Shilo, Delano has developed a strong passion for his talents. His animation and rigging background help him teach and create some of the most-watched training on Pluralsight. A few of his favorite projects that he has contributed to include: Character Interaction in Maya and in Softimage, Rigging the Human Face in Maya, Rigging Sea Creatures in Maya, and Rigging and Animating Transforming... more

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