ExoTools' Collaboration with Stickybones: Bridging the Gap Between Physical and Digital Animation

ExoTools' Collaboration with Stickybones: Bridging the Gap Between Physical and Digital Animation

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The Partner

Stickybones, an animation tech and entertainment company revolutionizing poseable figures for tactile play and digital character creation. They are trusted by renowned studios such as Disney, Sony, Laika, Marvel, Pixar, Lucasfilm, Dreamworks, and Blizzard.

The Problem

Animators faced the challenge of seamlessly integrating physical models into digital animation workflows. The need arose for a software solution that could transfer data captured from the computer vision output of a physical model to its digital counterpart in Maya, one of the industry's leading 3D animation software.

The Solution

ExoTools, with its expertise in software development for character development, collaborated closely with Stickybones to develop cutting-edge software that enables the transfer of data from the computer vision output of Stickybones' poseable figures to the digital environment of Maya. 

This innovative solution bridges the gap between physical and digital animation, streamlining the workflow and enhancing the creative process for animators.

The Impact

ExoTools' collaboration with Stickybones has revolutionized the animation industry by providing animators with a seamless integration between physical models and digital animation. By enabling the transfer of data from Stickybones' poseable figures to Maya, animators can bring their tactile creations to life digitally, unlocking new levels of creativity and efficiency. The impact of this collaboration is evident in the success and widespread adoption of Stickybones' technology by major studios worldwide.

What We Loved

Andrea Maiolo, co-founder of ExoTools, expresses his excitement for the collaboration, saying, "We are thrilled to provide animators with cutting-edge tools that elevate the animation process. Working with Stickybones has been a wonderful opportunity to enhance the creative journey and empower artists to push the boundaries of animation. We're proud to contribute to the evolution of the industry and inspire new possibilities."

The partnership between ExoTools and Stickybones showcases the dynamic, inspiring, and professional approach that ExoTools brings to the world of animation. Together, they have opened up new possibilities for animators, bridging the gap between tactile play and digital character creation.

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