FBX / BVH
Beat Gesture
Melisa Allela
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Additional Notes
The Stance (The Pronated Extension) The right arm is extended towards the subject, but crucially, the palm faces the ground (pronation). The hand is not rigid; it holds a “soft” tension, distinct from the flat palm of a reprimand.
The Action (The Inward Scoop) The fingers are held together and perform a rhythmic, sweeping motion inward towards the body. The fingers flex at the knuckles, curling down so the fingertips brush towards the “heel” of the palm, effectively “scooping” the air towards the speaker. The wrist may flex slightly to accentuate this pulling motion.
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The intensity of the beckoning motion can vary. A small wave with the hand indicates a relaxed invitation, while a more forceful back-and-forth motion suggests a more urgent need for the person to approachAsset Details
Contributor SongaMocap
Performer Melisa Allela
Cultural Context A standard, universal gesture for summoning someone in East Africa. Unlike the Western 'palm-up' finger curl (which can be interpreted as rude or reserved for animals in this region), this gesture is used for everyone from children to peers. It conveys a friendly, casual invitation to close the distance.
Technical Specs
Duration
12.5s
FPS
60
Loopable
Yes
Rig
Mixamo / T-Pose
Tags
#gesture#storytelling#beckon#upper-body
CC0 (Public Domain)
