In the evolving landscape of storytelling, 3D animation has emerged as a pivotal medium, injecting vitality into diverse sectors such as gaming, filmmaking, and advertising. Despite its widespread adoption, the intricate nature of conventional 3D animation software often presents formidable challenges for newcomers. Our mission is to dismantle these barriers, ushering in a new era of accessibility through the creation of a streamlined and immersive interface for users.

Our approach is rooted in user-centric design, informed by insights gathered through focus-group interviews that delved into the intricacies of animation workflows. The culmination of this effort is SpArc, a revolutionary tool meticulously crafted to facilitate a seamless entry into animation. Engineered for two-handed setups, SpArc empowers users to engage in the animation process without the burden of navigating through complex rigging and skinning procedures or grappling with convoluted menu interactions.

Noteworthy among SpArc's innovations is the incorporation of a radial time slider, a departure from the conventional horizontal slider. This design choice not only reduces potential arm fatigue but also enhances the precision of keyframe selection, offering users a more ergonomic and accurate animation experience.

The upcoming demo serves as a showcase for SpArc, providing a firsthand exploration of this interactive 3D animation tool. Through SpArc, we aim to redefine the landscape of 3D animation, making it more accessible and intuitive for users at every skill level.

VIDEO DEMO

Have you ever envisioned an animation software that effortlessly brings your ideas to life without the complexities of a graph editor or the need to decipher tangent positioning? Your dream has a name – meet SpArc, your new best friend in the world of Virtual Reality animation.

SpArc transcends the boundaries of traditional animation tools by allowing you to intuitively position each frame using hand-tracking in a 3D space right in front of you. Imagine being transported to a tropical island where the creative freedom to customize your environment and animate characters unfolds in a natural and immersive 3D experience, unencumbered by the limitations of a 2D animator.

The user-friendly interface places keys and frames within arm's reach, conveniently located next to the play button. Once you've crafted your dream animation, exporting it opens up a world of possibilities for utilization in various contexts. Bid farewell to overpopulated, time-consuming, and potentially intimidating features found in many existing animation applications.

Take a leap into your personalized world with SpArc, where you can effortlessly guide your character through animated sequences while standing beside them. In just 10 minutes, experience the ease and empowerment that sets SpArc apart as the only animator application designed to make you feel like a top dog in the field.

SpArc: The future is now.

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