47 Amazing Animation Facts To Learn All About The Industry

Height, Age, Net Worth, Biography & More

Christian Mba
Oct 20, 2023 By Christian Mba
Originally Published on Mar 02, 2022
Check out these awesome animation facts about an art form that has been used in movies for decades.

Animation is making a motion picture or video by adding moving images to a story or text.

Animation can be done using drawings, graphics, puppets, 3D Animation, or software. Animation is an art form that has been used in movies for decades and will continue to be used in the future.

'Walt Disney' created the first 3D animation movie in 1940. It was an essential milestone in the history of animation because it showed how energy could be used to tell a story that could not be found in other forms of art.

History Of Animation

In 1932, Merrie Melodies started to produce animated cartoons. This helped popularize animation and gave people an understanding of it outside of movie theatres.

In 1940, 'Walt Disney' created the first 3D animation movie, 'Fantasia'. 'Walt Disney' movie was a fantastic success and helped make 3D Animation a popular sensation. 

Animation can be done in many different ways. You could use drawings, computer graphics, puppets, 3D animation, or even software to make your motion picture or video. The best way to find out which method is best for you is to experiment and see what works the best for you.

There are three main types of animation: stop motion, digital animation, and 3D animation. Stop motion animation is made with drawings, graphics, or puppets. 

Digital animation is a type of animation that uses computer software to create the motions of a character or scene. 3D Animation is an animation technique that uses three dimensions to create a realistic image.

Father Of Animation

The father of animation is considered to be Georges Méliès. He created the first successful animated film, 'The Adventures of Padre Pio'.

The 'Seven Dwarfs' animation is a 1937 American short film directed by Charles M. Schulz and produced by 'Walt Disney Productions'. The film was released in 1937 by United Artists.

In fact, according to The Guardian, 'more than 2 billion people watch animations each year', making it one of the most popular forms of entertainment on Earth.

In the movie 'The Incredibles', lucky rabbit is one of the most popular characters that appeared in the 2004 film.

There are many real-life counterparts to animated characters.

First Animated Movie

The animated feature novel, 'The Great Gatsby', was released in 1925.

Animation was first used in movies in the late 1800s. In the early 1900s, animation was used to tell stories that could not be found in books or other art forms.

Cartoon characters have been around for a long time. The first cartoon character 'Mickey Mouse' was created in 1929.

In 1985, an animated short film called 'Ender's Game' was released based on a book by Orson Scott Card.

In 1989, 'Walt Disney' released 'The Little Mermaid'. The song from the movie was used as the theme song for the Disney Channel. It tells the story of a mermaid princess, Ariel, who falls in love with a human prince Eric, and makes a deal with Ursula, a sea witch, to become human in order to be with him.

In 1986, 'Walt Disney' Animation released 'The Great Mouse Detective.' A game based on the movie was released on PlayStation 3.

In 1991, the muppet movie 'The MuppetVision 3D' was released.

Fun Facts About Animation

An animated cartoon is always different. Some of the most famous animated characters include Mickey Mouse, Bugs Bunny, Simpsons, the Lion King, The Incredibles, and Toy Story.

Animated reference models (ARMs) are a type of animation that uses models to create characters, landscapes, and other objects.

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs is also an animated film. It was made by Walt Disney and was released in 1937. The film is about a beautiful girl named snow-white, an evil witch and her adventures with the seven dwarves who were trying to save her.

Universal Studios is one of the most well-known and successful movie studios globally. They use a variety of methods to create movies, including animation.

Flight school used animation to teach pilots how to fly. Animations help the pilots visualize the plane in different ways, making it easier to understand the air traffic control situation and make quick decisions.

Animation is often done with four fingers, which allows for a smooth and fluent motion.

Studio Ghibli is one of the most popular animation studios globally. They have created some of the most well-known animated movies, such as Miyazaki's 'Spirited Away', 'The Wind Rises', and 'The Cat in the Hat'.

In 1990, 'Jurassic Park' was the first animated movie released in 3D with an IMAX projection system.

In 2001, DreamWorks Animation released 'Shrek.' The song from the movie was used as the theme song for DreamWorks Animation's online service, DreamWorks TV.

Animation has won seven little Oscars, the most of any Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (MPAS) award. The Academy Awards are the main prize given out by the MPAS.

3D Animation is a type of animation that uses three dimensions to create the motion of objects. This makes it more difficult for people to understand animation, but it can be used in various ways. 

Animation has been around for a long time. The first animated films were created in the early 1800s.

Several different animation software programs are available for free/paid. This includes programs like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and Inkscape. These programs allow you to create animation quickly and easily. Additionally, these programs can be used to create movies and video games.

Creating animations are one of the most popular forms of entertainment. It has been used for centuries and will continue to be used in the future. 

Drawing or computer animation is making a motion picture or video by adding motion pictures or video to a story or text.

Graphics are pictures, videos, or other images used to tell a story or make a point. They can be created by hand, using pencils and paper, or they can be created with software.

Animation is often used in different genres, such as comedy, horror, and war. Satire is typically created with animation and is usually set in a children's world. 

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Written by Christian Mba

Bachelor of Science specializing in Computer Science

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Christian MbaBachelor of Science specializing in Computer Science

Christian Mba is an experienced blogger and content writer with over a decade of experience. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from Nigeria and has a keen interest in Python programming. Along with his writing and blogging expertise, he is also an SEO specialist with more than six years of experience. Chris, as he is commonly known, has a passion for music and enjoys playing the piano.

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