Open Toonz Free Open Source 2D Animation Software

OpenToonz Software

2D animation can be done in a variety of different software packages.  One interesting option is the "OpenToonz" Software, free software for the production of 2D animation.

Based on the software "Toonz", developed by Digital Video S.p.A. in Italy,  OpenToonz has been customized by Studio Ghibli, and used for the creation of its films for many years.  Dwango has launched the OpenToonz project in cooperation with Digital Video and Studio Ghibli. 

OpenToonz

"Toonz" was used on "Princess Mononoke"

OpenToonz Software is a free open source animation package that can be used free of charge for both commercial and non-commercial projects.  It is available as an open-source platform so that anyone can modify its source code freely.  

Studio Ghibli

OpenToonz is the descendant of the original software platform "Toonz", first used on the Studio Ghibli feature film "Princess Mononoke", and subsequently on all Studio Ghibli films. 

Open Source

The source code of OpenToonz can be modified freely. It can be used by anyone free of charge, for both commercial and non-commercial projects. It can be used in all kinds of scenes, such as professional production, amateur production, and school education.

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