Whether you are a designer who hasn't yet used Flash, a professional animator who wants to create digital animation for the first time, or a Flash user who hasn't yet made the most of the animation features this book will show you how to bring your ideas to life. Get to grips with Flash and bring inspiration to your work using Alex Michael's easy to understand approach, demonstrating a wide selection of animation styles from a range of artists, along with key tips and tricks from the professionals. * Create professional animations and discover the capabilities of Flash with this comprehensive guide * Stay ahead - learning from a professional developer's coverage of animation techniques * Take advantage of free files on the accompanying CD-ROM allowing you to put into practice everything learnt in the book - a great quick way to learn!