Five Star Gift Ideas

For the digital animation enthusiast, there are numerous gift options that can enhance his passion and help him take his creativity to the next level. Here are a few ideas to consider for your boyfriend's birthday gift:

1. Animation Software: Consider gifting him a high-quality animation software to expand his horizons and give him access to new and advanced tools. Popular options include Adobe Animate, Toon Boom Harmony, and Autodesk Maya.

2. Graphic Drawing Tablet: A graphic tablet like the Wacom Intuos Pro or Huion Kamvas can greatly enhance his digital animation process. These tablets offer a natural drawing experience and precise control, enabling him to create detailed and intricate animations.

3. Online Animation Course: Gift him an online animation course or a subscription to an online learning platform like Udemy or Skillshare. This will provide him with the opportunity to refine his skills, learn new techniques, and gain insights from industry professionals.

4. Animation Books: There are several informative and inspiring books about the art of animation that he might find valuable. Books like "The Animator's Survival Kit" by Richard Williams, "The Illusion of Life: Disney Animation" by Frank Thomas and Ollie Johnston, or "Animating with Blender" by Roland Hess can provide him with valuable knowledge and inspiration.

5. Animation Asset Packs: Consider buying him a collection of pre-made animation assets or character rigs for his preferred animation software. These asset packs can save him time and offer a variety of ready-made elements to incorporate into his projects.

6. External Hard Drive: Digital animation projects can consume a significant amount of storage space. An external hard drive with ample storage capacity such as the Seagate Backup Plus or Western Digital My Passport can help him organize and store his work securely.

7. Gaming Mouse or Controller: If he enjoys creating animations using gaming engines like Unity or Unreal Engine, consider gifting him a gaming mouse or controller that offers customizable buttons and a comfortable grip for better control and efficiency.

8. Membership to a Creative Community: Sign him up for a membership to an online animation community like Newgrounds or CGSociety. These platforms allow animators to showcase their work, receive feedback, and connect with other artists within the animation industry.

9. Customized Animation Merchandise: You can surprise him with customized merchandise featuring his favorite animated characters, such as a t-shirt, mug, or poster. There are many online retailers that offer personalized animation-related products.

10. Inspiration and Reference Material: Look for art books, sketchbooks, or magazines that feature exceptional or unique illustrations and animations. These can serve as a source of inspiration and reference material for his own projects.

Remember, the key to finding the perfect digital animation gift is to understand his preferences and needs as an artist. By choosing a gift that aligns with his passion, you are showing your thoughtfulness and support for his creative endeavors.

Or you can get him a star map with the date when he was born.

Amber Lynn Thompson says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“Had my boyfriend a portrait made for his birthday and he absolutely loves it. I do as well and will be using again. Thanks so much. ❤”