Are you planning to use or Blender for your animation projects? Motion Graphics with Kurzgesagt – Part 1 - In a Nutshell

: Part 2 and 3 dive deep into professional tools like Duik for character rigging and Rubberhose for flexible movement.

If you want to move beyond simple text animation and create professional-grade explainer videos, this is one of the most comprehensive guides available. However, be prepared to spend significant time—actual Kurzgesagt videos can take over of production time per episode.

This three-part series transition from basic workflows to advanced character rigging. While marketed as "introductory," students frequently note that it is dense and quickly moves into advanced territory. Pros :

: Students can download original Illustrator files to practice animating with authentic Kurzgesagt-style characters. Cons :

: You learn the exact Adobe After Effects and Illustrator methods the studio uses to produce their videos.

Using Duik for IK chains and wiggle expressions for natural motion. Advanced Motion Secondary action, overlapping movement, and fake 3D depth. Verdict

: Some users found it "dense" and difficult for total beginners without some prior Adobe Creative Cloud experience.