
{"id":4395,"date":"2021-04-27T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-04-27T10:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/blog\/uncategorized\/ui-animation-examples\/"},"modified":"2021-12-03T15:53:31","modified_gmt":"2021-12-03T14:53:31","slug":"ui-animation-examples","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/blog\/ui-design\/ui-animation-examples\/","title":{"rendered":"9 Examples of UI Animation That Will Spark Your Creativity in 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>As is the case with any creative career, designers do their best work when they\u2019re inspired\u2014and what better way to get inspired than by browsing some of the unique, forward-thinking work other designers are already doing with UI animation?<\/p>\n<p>Motion and animation in UI design has come a super long way from the gaudy graphics of the early 2000s, and designers continue to play around with some of the core animation principles to produce innovative and memorable digital experiences.<\/p>\n<p>From funky to functional, we\u2019ve pulled together a collection of nine awesome UI animation concepts that are guaranteed to fuel your creativity in 2025.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"#moon-animation-by-alex-spencer\">MOON animation by Alex Spencer\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#pinky-3d-animation-by-taras-migulko\">Pinky 3D animation by Taras Migulko<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#processing-animation-by-oleg-frolov\">Processing animation by Oleg Frolov<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#kinetic-typography-motion-by-atanas-giew\">Kinetic typography motion by Atanas Giew\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#add-to-cart-animation-by-aaron-iker\">Add to cart animation by Aaron Iker<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#snowy-background-animation-by-outcrowd\">Snowy background animation by Outcrowd<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#cursor-effect-by-sebastian-jungbluth\">Cursor effect by Sebastian Jungbluth<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#404-animation-by-mochiburen\">404 animation by mochiburen<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#hiring-page-transition-by-aryo-pamungas\">Hiring page transition by Aryo Pamungas\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Let\u2019s go!<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"moon-animation-by-alex-spencer\">1. MOON animation by Alex Spencer<\/h3>\n<style type=\"text\/css\">.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }<\/style>\n<div class=\"embed-container\"><iframe style=\"border: 0;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.dribbble.com\/users\/478776\/screenshots\/11290483\/media\/61832d707df13f48a163d9ab2d103918.mp4\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>This quirky animation by Alex Spencer is a great example of how animation can enhance your branding, and tell a story. This dynamic logo features two alternate-sized circles that come together, mimicking the motion of the actual moon when it rises and falls at night. The pastel colors and grain effect also set the tone of the brand; juxtaposing simplicity and sophistication with the playfulness of the geometric shapes.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"pinky-3d-animation-by-taras-migulko\">2. Pinky 3D animation by Taras Migulko<\/h3>\n<style type=\"text\/css\">.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }<\/style>\n<div class=\"embed-container\"><iframe style=\"border: 0;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.dribbble.com\/users\/1998175\/screenshots\/14093003\/media\/de4f103213de3d548e512c8977c671a6.mp4\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>These adorable 3D marshmallow characters are a perfect demonstration of anthropomorphic animation. People are naturally drawn to designs that exhibit human-like traits, and these cute marshmallows do just that. Even subtle motions like closing eyes or hands swinging as they move do wonders for the interactivity of the page. The marshmallow peeking into the frame in the foreground also adds to the 3D effect, giving the page more depth. In short, it makes the user want to step into this world.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"processing-animation-by-oleg-frolov\">3. Processing animation by Oleg Frolov<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Processing animation by Oleg Frolov\" src=\"\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/old-blog-uploads\/processing-animation.gif\" alt=\"Processing animation by Oleg Frolov\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Waiting for pages to load or forms to process is one of the biggest pain-points in a user\u2019s journey. Having a visual representation of progress or loading time is a vital way of removing some of that frustration, keeping the users informed, and reinforcing the sense that they\u2019re moving forward. This clock-like animation by Oleg Frolov achieves all of the above by putting a clever spin on the classic progress bar. It\u2019s easy to become fixated on the movements of the squares\u2014and after a while it almost feels like an optical illusion.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"kinetic-typography-motion-by-atanas-giew\">4. Kinetic typography motion by Atanas Giew<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Kinetic typography by Atanas Giew\" src=\"\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/old-blog-uploads\/kinetic-typography-1.gif\" alt=\"Kinetic typography by Atanas Giew\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Kinetic typography is pretty much everywhere right now. Not only does it bring words to life, it\u2019s also a very powerful branding technique. In this animation of the word \u2018curl,\u2019 there are several things at play. Firstly, Atanas cleverly curls the words round in a spiral\u2014adding a double meaning to the word. The addition of a second color for the \u2018inside\u2019 of the word also makes it feel more 3D, as if it\u2019s twirling on an invisible pole. The distortion of the background is another simple touch that brings it all together.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"add-to-cart-animation-by-aaron-iker\">5. Add to cart animation by Aaron Iker<\/h3>\n<style type=\"text\/css\">.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }<\/style>\n<div class=\"embed-container\"><iframe style=\"border: 0;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.dribbble.com\/users\/414694\/screenshots\/8553598\/media\/360235b847c279e8fa92deb074806782.mp4\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>Good user experience is all about keeping the user informed, as does this micro-interaction by Aaron Iker. When users click on the \u2018add to cart\u2019 button, an animation of a cart being filled up and carted off demonstrates the action in real-time. Though subtle, the transition to \u2018added\u2019 also lets the user know when the action is completed\u2014leaving no room for confusion or interpretation.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"snowy-background-animation-by-outcrowd\">6. Snowy background animation by Outcrowd<\/h3>\n<style type=\"text\/css\">.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }<\/style>\n<div class=\"embed-container\"><iframe style=\"border: 0;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.dribbble.com\/users\/702789\/screenshots\/14866429\/media\/ec321bdfe0f914f437cdd8056df68ad0.mp4\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>Good UI design is all about enticing users, and creating a welcoming environment that encourages them to explore. What\u2019s more welcoming than a cosy, snowy scene? On this homepage, the only animated element is the snow\u2014the rest of the illustration is static. Despite this, the simple addition of falling snowflakes quite literally brings the scene to life, as if you\u2019ve arrived at a Swiss cabin rather than a website homepage. It\u2019s not distracting enough to obstruct the page\u2019s functionality, but still adds a compelling living element to the user experience.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"cursor-effect-by-sebastian-jungbluth\">7. Cursor effect by Sebastian Jungbluth<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Cursor effect by Sebastian Jungbluth\" src=\"\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/old-blog-uploads\/cursor-effect-animation.gif\" alt=\"Cursor effect by Sebastian Jungbluth\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This cool hover effect by Sebastian Jungbluth features an illustration of the sea that distorts when in contact with a cursor. Though simple, hover effects do wonders for interactivity. Users can\u2019t help but explore what other elements will distort when they hover their cursor on them, and it can even become a fun, interactive game. This option to manipulate website elements gives the user a sense of control, and boosts session time by keeping them on the page for longer.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"animation-by-mochiburen\">8. 404 animation by Mochiburen<\/h3>\n<style type=\"text\/css\">.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }<\/style>\n<div class=\"embed-container\"><iframe style=\"border: 0;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.dribbble.com\/users\/2538632\/screenshots\/12289299\/media\/0abc8cd43463046390768b040fb67ace.mp4\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>There\u2019s nothing worse than feeling lost on a website, and sometimes the content on a 404 page can make or break a user experience. This animation by Mochiburon is a fantastic example of how a 404 error page can be flipped into something positive. The character of a woman checking her watch and looking around, as if she\u2019s just as confused as you are, shows the user that the company is aligned with you on the problem\u2014rather than sourcing it. The soft swaying of the leaves also evokes a sense of calm, which isn\u2019t something you would expect from an error page. As the cherry on top, the page remains on-brand\u2014suggesting that even though you\u2019re lost, you\u2019re still very much on the same website. Crisis averted!<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"hiring-page-transition-by-aryo-pamungas\">9. Hiring page transition by Aryo Pamungas<\/h3>\n<style type=\"text\/css\">.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }<\/style>\n<div class=\"embed-container\"><iframe style=\"border: 0;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.dribbble.com\/users\/404195\/videos\/8383\/hrd_animate_normal.mp4\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>Look at the way each element comes into the frame in this animation. Can you guess what animation principles are at play here? Yep\u2014follow through and overlapping action. On this hiring page, each UI element arrives at its final destination at different speeds\u2014with the background shape even getting larger before coming to a resting position. The subtle difference in speed and motion of each element makes the page feel more natural.<\/p>\n<p>So there we have it, nine awesome examples of UI animations from around the web. From subtle motions to big concepts, every animated element has a huge payoff when it comes to user experience. Don\u2019t be afraid to experiment, all the while keeping functionality in mind, of course.<\/p>\n<p>Hopefully you\u2019ll be inspired to get stuck in with your own animations.\u00a0Before you do, make sure you&#8217;re familiar with <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/blog\/ui-design\/animation-guidelines-ux-ui\/\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/blog\/ui-design\/animation-guidelines-ux-ui\/\">these animation guidelines for UX and UI designers<\/a>. And, if you&#8217;d like to continue exploring,\u00a0we recommend giving one of these blog posts a read:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"\/en\/blog\/ui-design\/ui-animation-tools\/\">9 UI animation tools every beginner should have on their radar<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/blog\/ui-design\/ui-animation-trends\/\">5 UI animation trends to look out for in 2025<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/en\/blog\/ui-design\/animation-designer-skills\/\">What skills do you need to become an animation designer?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you new to the world of UI animation? Looking to get inspiration for your first project? 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