THE TRANSFORMATION OF VISUAL STYLE AND ARTISTIC IMAGERY IN UZBEK ANIMATION DURING THE INDEPENDENCE ERA

This article provides a theoretical and scholarly analysis of the evolution of visual means of expression, artistic and aesthetic characteristics, and historical stages in the development of Uzbek animation art. It examines the distinctive principles of character design in puppet and hand-drawn animation, as well as the aesthetic potential of composition, color, form, and movement. Particular attention is given to the integration of national visual traditions with modern digital technologies and the artistic interpretation of characters in animated films. Based on the analysis, the study identifies key directions for improving the visual language of Uzbek animation, preserving its national artistic identity, and developing it in accordance with contemporary aesthetic principles.