How have animation tutorials shown that tiny mistakes can add character?

[Jacob.R]

Animation tutorials teach the principles, but sometimes the magic is in the imperfection. What's a small, intentional "mistake" or stylized quirk you've added to an animation that gave it more character?

[Aria.S]

I added a tiny wobble to the walk cycle at random frames to make the character feel tired and more human

[Ronald.C]

I shaded with a rough edge at the start and then cleaned lines later so the scene feels like a sketch turning into a finished piece

[LarryEM]

A soft glow on the eyes during key moments created a dreamy, slightly eerie vibe that stuck with the audience

[Aaron86]

Lip sync drift for one line gave a small humor moment and a sense of handmade charm rather than studio polish

[PaulFA]

I cut a frame here and there on the punchline to create a tiny retro glitch that viewers notice without thinking It matches animation tutorials 2025 trends that celebrate imperfection