Bodies in Motion — Dynamic Figure Reference for Artists

Illustration of poses collaged from Bodies in Motion by Callum Watt in tones of Gold, green and yellow
Lana Lan, ILM — Bodies in Motion testimonial

"A gold mine of gorgeous imagery and reference for figurative artists"

"Bodies in Motion is a gold mine of gorgeous imagery and reference for figurative artists and anatomy geeks. For visual effects professionals working with characters and creatures it is invaluable – high resolution, multi-angle images and scans of movements that expose the infinitely complex ways that bodies work, with slick interface to boot. The quality of the content is jaw-dropping!"

Lana Lan, ILM

Creature Model Supervisor, ILM

" The perfect complement to your Eadweard Muybridge collection "

"As an animator/character designer/artist, I’ve found Bodies in Motion to be an invaluable resource. Whether you’re studying gesture, form, anatomy, or action analysis - BIM has it all. The UI experience is seamless and offers loads of options. Scott’s site is the perfect complement to your Eadweard Muybridge collection"

Pixar Animation Studios

Tom Gately artwork from Bodies in Motion reference

" Bodies in Motion... genius! "

"Scott Eaton’s Bodies in Motion - best photo reference site I’ve seen, genius!"

Comic Artist / 5x Eisner Award winner

David Aja artwork from Bodies in Motion reference

" Gorgeous and informative! "

"The site is great fun to use and the content is both gorgeous and informative!"

Supervising Animator, Pixar

Victor Navone artwork from Bodies in Motion reference

" My new go-to reference "

"The "Bodies in Motion" site is nothing short of amazing. From the carefully curated body types, movements, lighting, and artistry of the photography, to the high resolution photos, multi-cam function, and timer, this has become my new go to reference."

Artist & Life Drawing Instructor

Michael Hampton artwork from Bodies in Motion reference

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