Animation

Explore Walt Whitman's 'A Noiseless Patient Spider' through the unique interpretations of three animators, each using a different style to bring this profound poem to life.

Explore the mathematics behind Pixar's animation, from coordinate geometry to subdivision surfaces, and discover how math brings your favorite characters to life.

Explore how animators use visual metaphors to explain complex ideas, turning abstract concepts into engaging and understandable visuals.

Explore the science behind animation and how our brains interpret a rapid sequence of images as continuous motion, creating the illusion of movement.

Explore the creative process behind a TED-Ed animation, from initial concept to material selection and digital artistry, in this behind-the-scenes look at visualizing science.