r/2DAnimation is a subreddit with 41k members. The community frequently discusses animation, 2d, short, hire, and oc, and they frequently recommend/review animation software and program, and the most common flair used is sharing, frame by frame, question, traditional animation, and for hire.
Welcome to r/2DAnimation, a subreddit dedicated to the world of 2D animation, including traditional and digital techniques, character design, and storyboarding. This community provides a space for 2D animators to share their work, connect with other artists, collaborate on projects, and find job opportunities.
Popular Topics in r/2DAnimation
#1
Animation
254 posts
#2
2d
63 posts
#3
Short
41 posts
#4
Hire
34 posts
#5
Oc
28 posts
#6
Work
25 posts
#7
Design
22 posts
#8
Game
16 posts
#9
Artist
13 posts
#10
Games
11 posts
Products Discussed in r/2DAnimation
Animation Software
3 reviews
#1
Blender
5.0★ from 3 reviews
Program
1 review
#1
Adobe
4.0★ from 1 review
Flair Used in r/2DAnimation
#1
Sharing
: "Edited this mini vertical showreel"
120 posts
#2
Frame by Frame
: "I did this animation for my birthday (first time rotoscoping!)"
14 posts
#3
Question
: "I Saw Diem Archive uses Toonsquid for his videos, however it’s 10 dollars. Are there any free options like it? (Like Rotoscoping, layers, etc)"
13 posts
#4
Traditional Animation
: "[OC] Attack animation process for our main character Li Sha!"
12 posts
#5
For Hire
: "Old Animations"
11 posts
#6
Critique
: "Practicing an Idea"
7 posts
#7
Showreel
: "My indie animation studio's showreel + sneak peak at original work"
4 posts
#8
Character Design
: "Jim Mothmann on the move!"
4 posts
#9
Hiring
: "Need advice : 2d animator."
3 posts
#10
Resources
: "Made a free animation software that contends with Toon Boom"
2 posts
Member Growth in r/2DAnimation
Yearly
+16k members(65.8%)
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Last updated: August 30, 2026