WITCH WALK — After Effects Walk Cycle & Fake 3D Animation

“Witch Walk” is a looping 2D animation of a cartoon-style witch character walking with expressive, deliberate motion. Designed in flat color with clean vector lines and a retro-animation feel, this piece stands apart from the rest of the collection through its simplicity and charm.
The Strategy
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Walk Cycle Timing: Focused on a smooth 8–12 frame walk cycle with character appeal over complexity.
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Expression Through Simplicity: Despite minimal detail, posture and eye direction add narrative — she’s alert, with a mission.
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Design Economy: Bold primary colors and geometric shapes form a silhouette that reads instantly and loops cleanly.
Concept & Meaning
This character represents momentum without drama — an everyday magic, moving forward with confidence. Sometimes, simplicity is the statement.
Lessons & Wins
This loop was a style break from the intense realism and refraction work in your 3D animations. It allowed room to explore timing, pose clarity, and iconic visual design, foundational principles of character animation