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Rigging - Level 3: IK-FK Switch - Part 2

CGDive via YouTube

Overview

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This tutorial from the "Rigging isn't Scary" course series teaches how to build a reliable IK-FK switching mechanism in Blender. Learn the differences between IK and FK systems, implement Copy Transforms constraints to handle overlapping bones, create separate bone chains for both systems, and set up custom properties with drivers to control the switching mechanism. The 39-minute video breaks down complex rigging concepts into manageable steps, covering everything from constraint setup to driver fundamentals. Perfect for intermediate Blender users looking to enhance their character rigging skills with professional control systems. The tutorial includes timestamps for easy navigation through topics like constraint overview, batch renaming, and property customization.

Syllabus

0:00 Intro
0:35 IK vs FK
2:17 Copy Transforms Constraint Overview
4:05 Dealing with Overlapping Bones
6:49 Second Copy Transforms
8:40 IK-FK Bone Chains
10:50 Batch Rename
11:41 IK-FK Constrain Chains
17:02 Basic IK Setup
18:44 IK-FK Switching
19:12 IK-FK Quick Review
22:03 Custom Properties
27:39 Driver Basics
30:32 Driver Fundamentals
35:57 IK-FK Switch Driver
37:55 Property Rename
38:57 KEEP GOING

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CGDive

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