Computer generated (CG) animation has become extremely popular during the past two decades, and it is now much more common to see this type of rendering in films and TV shows as opposed to stop-motion or hand drawn animation.

Although many people probably assume that that CG animation is an easier option than the techniques of the past, this is not necessarily the case. In fact, CG animators are required to learn a lot more than simply how to animate through drawings or stop-motion characters. Instead, these individuals are tasked with constantly learning how to use new software and work within various user interfaces.

Additionally, the constant movements that are required to bring CG animated characters to life can easily lead to medical problems such as repetitive strain injury. Fortunately, one group of CG animators recently decided to address this lack of ergonomics, and the results could change the entire industry.

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