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CAW RIGS

Crocodile Rig

A creature rig developed for CAW students to explore reptilian locomotion, weight, body mechanics and believable crocodile performance.

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

Meet the Crocodile Rig

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

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Its low body posture, heavy weight and distinctive movement provide a unique animation challenge, helping students explore body mechanics, weight transfer, grounded movement and reptilian behaviour.

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Animate With Crocodile

Ideal for:

  • Walks & locomotion

  • Low-body movement

  • Weight transfer & balance

  • Heavy body mechanics

  • Tail movement

  • Overlapping action

  • Reptilian behaviour

  • Character & performance shots

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

RIG DETAILS

Creature
Animation Features

  • Animator-friendly Maya rig

  • Creature-focused controls

  • Reptilian locomotion workflow

  • Body & tail controls

  • Animation-ready character

  • Textured creature asset

  • Designed for CAW training

See Crocodile in Action

EXCLUSIVE TO CAW STUDENTS

Learn With the Crocodile Rig

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

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

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 Crocodile rig available to purchase?
    No. The Crocodile rig is currently exclusive to CAW workshop training.

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

  • How can I animate with the Crocodile 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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the Crocodile?

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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