3D animation techniques involve creating moving images in a three-dimensional space. One common method is keyframing, where animators set specific points in time for an object’s position, rotation, and scale, and the software fills in the frames in between. Another technique is motion capture, which records the movements of real actors and translates them into digital characters, providing realistic motion. Another important technique is modeling, where artists create the 3D objects and characters using software like Blender or Maya. Once the models are created, they can be textured and lit to enhance realism. Finally, rendering is the process of generating the final image or animation from the 3D scene, combining all elements into a cohesive visual output.