Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rotoscope
noun
/ˈroʊtəˌskoʊp/
Definition
A technique for animating that involves tracing over live-action footage, frame by frame, to create realistic movements in characters or objects.
Examples
- Rotoscope animation was heavily used in classic films like “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs”.
- Thanks to rotoscoping, the movement of animated characters in modern animations looks very realistic.
Meaning
Rotoscoping allows animators to create lifelike animations by using real-life references.
Synonyms
- Animation tracing
- Live-action animation
- Frame-by-frame animation
