12 Principles of Animation: Exaggeration

Among the 12 Principles of Animation is exaggeration. Exaggeration is a technique which is used to distort a character's movements, in order to add vibrancy to the animation. During the development of the principles, exaggeration was created by numerous attempts to add a realistic appearance to the characters.  However not realistic in terms of making the characters more consistent with reality, but to make the essence of a character's action more apparent.

"Red Hot Riding Hood" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IXcWQrhzlMU

For example, when the wolf stumbles upon the attractive performer on stage, the character's movements of excitement are exaggerated, making them more lively and appealing to viewers.