In order to bring a character to life, it is beneficial for animators to have a solid understanding of acting principles; this book examines the importance behind the artistry of creating animated characters. With a particular emphasis on a character's motions and movement, this unique book covers the basic elements of acting for CG animation and then progresses to more advanced topics such as internal intent and motivation. It uses Autodesk's Maya as the primary animation tool discussed, but presents the techniques with a universal application to all animation tools.