roughanimation
nounUK /rʌf ˌænɪˈmeɪʃən/
US /rʌf ˌænəˈmeɪʃən/
A quick, messy drawing of a cartoon that shows how the characters will move.
The animator drew rough animation to test how the character jumps before making the final clean version.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. The early stage of animation production where movement is worked out before cleanup and coloring.
During rough animation, the team focused on timing and poses rather than detail.
3. An unfinished or unpolished animated clip used for review.
The director watched the rough animation to approve the scene's pacing.
4. A loose, expressive drawing style in animation that keeps a hand-drawn, sketchy look.
The short film uses rough animation to give it a lively, energetic feel.