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CAW RIGS

Greyhound Rig

A creature rig developed for CAW students to explore quadruped locomotion, speed, weight transfer and the athletic mechanics of canine movement.

Exclusive CAW Workshop Rig · Maya-Ready · Built for Training

Meet the Greyhound Rig

The Greyhound Rig is part of CAW’s creature training library, developed specifically for students learning believable animal locomotion and performance.

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Its lean anatomy, long limbs and athletic movement create a unique animation challenge, helping students understand stride, balance, weight transfer, acceleration and canine body mechanics.

BUILT FOR CREATURE ANIMATION

Animate With GREYHOUND

Ideal for:

  • Walks & locomotion

  • Trots and running

  • Speed & acceleration

  • Weight transfer & balance

  • Canine body mechanics

  • Overlapping action

  • Creature behaviour

  • Character & performance shots

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Used within CAW workshops to help students develop stronger observation, locomotion mechanics and believable creature performance.

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RIG DETAILS

Creature
Animation Features

  • Animator-friendly Maya rig

  • Creature-focused controls

  • Canine locomotion workflow

  • Animation-ready character

  • Textured creature asset

  • Designed for CAW training

See Greyhound in Action

EXCLUSIVE TO CAW STUDENTS

Learn With the Greyhound Rig

The Greyhound is part of the CAW Workshop Rig Library and is provided for use within selected CAW training and mentorship programmes.

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The Greyhound Rig is exclusive to CAW workshop training and is not currently offered as a standalone licence.

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Students work with the rig as part of their creature animation training, supported by live mentor feedback and structured animation exercises.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Is the Greyhound rig available to purchase?
    No. The Greyhound rig is currently exclusive to CAW workshop training.

  • Can I license the Greyhound for commercial work?
    No. This rig is not currently offered for commercial licensing.

  • How can I animate with the Greyhound rig?
    The rig is available to students through selected CAW workshop training.

  • Which software is required?
    Maya 2020 or later.

  • Can I use my workshop animation in my showreel?

       Yes. Students may include their completed CAW animation work in their

       personal showreel and portfolio.​

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START YOUR CREATURE JOURNEY

Want to Animate
the Greyhound?

Develop your creature animation skills using CAW’s workshop rigs, structured training and professional mentor feedback.

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• Small batches (max. 6 students)
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