Build a Clear 2D Walk Cycle
Use contact, passing and opposite poses to understand the rhythm of a convincing walk.
Written starter guide • Femtech Animation Studio
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Keep the project small and save a separate working copy. App controls and available features can vary by version.
Study the movement
Watch a walking reference and note where each foot touches the ground.
Block the key poses
Begin with contact poses, then add the passing, down and up poses between them.
Balance the body
Let the arms swing opposite to the legs. Keep the weight shift readable and the movement consistent.
Check the loop
Play the cycle repeatedly and adjust timing. Match the start and end movement so the loop does not jump.
Try it yourself
Create a short practice project using these steps. Play it back, make one improvement and save your result.