Under The Bridge (Part Two) - Referencing #6

 With the addition of a second Muybridge sequence, there can be seen a clear distinction between the movements of child and adult.

Video sequence compiled from Muybridge images

Muybridge, E. (1955). Human Figure in Motion. New York: Dover Publications. (Plate 182)

The child's walk is awkward, his gaze tracks the placement of his feet. With his body still in development, the arms barely swing as he maintains his centre of gravity by adjusting gait, the position of his torso and throwing weight as he plants his feet. With those feet pointing outward, his gait is also particularly inconsistent in stride length.

 

Video sequence compiled from Muybridge images

Muybridge, E. (1887). Animal locomotion: an electro-photographic investigation of consecutive phases of animal movements. Prospectus and catalogue of plates, Philadelphia: J.B. Lippincott. p. ii, no. 11 ("Walking")

The adult walk is much more assured, the gait consistent. The arms swing freely and his head is raised. On a flat, sound surface, he has no need to check his foot placement. Accustomed to the size and ability of his limbs, he can stride with confidence.

Further posts will examine these contrasting styles when applied to animated characters.