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Extended reference guides for…

    • upper face actions with front-facing and 3/4 views
    • eyebrow combinations with front-facing and 3/4 views
    • lower face actions with front-facing and 3/4 views
    • authentic emotion video references
    • visemes with video references – front facing and 1/2 views
    • ARKit to FACS extended guide
    • facial mocap / posed expression capture tips & tricks

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      • facial expressions
      • tips for animators and riggers
      • under-researched topics in anatomy
      • behavior
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Becoming a member supports my work. I regularly post free information via select blog articles, social media, and comprehensive FACS guides ; and I will continue to do so.  Though I am all about posting free materials, not everything can be free. The subscriber-only content of Face the FACS consists of advanced research, in-depth observations, and insights that come from curated cross-disciplinary research and years of study from the perspective of an industry expert who has worked with leading brands all across film, game, and tech.

Melinda Ozel - clients May 2020 - May 2022

This site is meant to be a source for long-term study, which is why I have priced the yearly subscription significantly lower (in total cost) than the monthly subscription. To get the most out of this blog, I highly suggest the yearly option. If you are unsure, feel free to browse the free content and preview posts!