‘Wolfwalkers’ Story Artist Iker Maidagan Has Written A Priceless Account Of The Film’s Development
Fiery debates, deleted scenes, Dutch angles, and Sean Bean: all figure in Maidagan’s essay.
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How The Hit Short Film ‘Puparia’ Was Born From Frustration With The Anime Industry
In a new documentary, animator Shingo Tamagawa explains the unusual back story to his indie short.
Learn How A Dolly Zoom Can Add Emotional Force To An Animated Scene
An effect made famous in live action also has application in animated filmmaking.
Video Of The Week: The Delicate Craft Of Disney’s Orchestral Scores
Oswald Iten looks beyond Disney’s famous songs to the six feature scores composed by George Bruns in the 1950s–70s.
Anyone Can Pitch Adult Swim In These Public Pitch Sessions
All you need is a pitch outline and nerves of steel.
Epic Games Launches Free Online Course In Basics Of Virtual Production
Want to learn a useful new skill: try virtual production.
How The Creators Of Hulu’s ‘Animaniacs’ Reboot Subtly Updated The Look Of The Series
“[It’s] kind of like the designs you remember them looking like, not so much what they actually look like,” says “Animaniacs” co-executive producer Gabe Swarr.
This Twitter Thread Delivers A Concise History Of Meta-Gags In Animation
Vincent Alexander run us through the finest self-referential moments in animation, from Koko the Clown to “The Simpsons.”
DIY: Jeff Scher Shares A Step-By-Step Guide To Making A Homemade Pegbar
Make this essential tool for hand-drawn animation using just a few basic supplies.
A TV Writer Claimed Young Writers Are ‘Ignorant Of TV History’ — The Animation Industry Responded
TV writer Jeff Lowell tweeted that his young colleagues know too few classic shows. His comments caused quite a stir.
How To Teach Schoolkids To Make A Festival-Ready Animated Film In 20 Hours
Portuguese filmmaker Abi Feijó believes children should do more than just watch animation; they should also learn how to bring their own stories to life. And he’s been teaching kids how to create animated films for over 30 years.
What Does A Gameplay Animator Do — And How To Get A Job Doing Gameplay Animation
Harvey Newman tells animators looking to enter the video game industry what to do — and what to avoid doing.
Procreate As A Storyboarding App? A Dreamworks Artist Explains How To Use It And Why It Works So Well
Colin Jack tells us why he started using the app — and why he published a tutorial to help others do the same.
How To Pitch Virtually During A Pandemic: Creators And Producers Share Tips
The teams behind three projects pitched at Annecy’s MIFA market tell us what was gained — and lost — in the shift to virtual pitching.
This Youtube Channel Teaches People About The Business Side Of The Animation Industry
Calderon’s Youtube channel Surviving Animation is a goldmine of tips on the business side of things.
Windows, White Light, And Water Lilies: An Analysis Of The ‘Over The Moon’ Trailer
What style has Glen Keane gone for in his first feature? Industry artist Kim Allen takes a look on his Youtube channel.
Secrets Of A Creative Marriage: 10 Animation And Filmmaking Tips From Disney Directors Ron Clements And John Musker
Learn to take criticism. Don’t assume you’ll learn much at school. And always think of the nose…
The Dos And Don’ts Of Storyboarding: 10 Tips From Cartoon Network Artists
What does it take to make it as a storyboard artist? The people behind “Summer Camp Island,” “Apple & Onion,” and “The Amazing World of Gumball” give advice.
Bay Area Animation Alliance Launched By Baobab Studios, Kuku Studios, Tonko House
The initiative aims to “inspire local creativity while raising the bar for independent animation worldwide.”
Oscar-Winning DOP Roger Deakins Talks About What He Has Learned From Working In Animation
The revered cinematographer discusses his little-known work for the likes of Pixar and Dreamworks in a fascinating new podcast series.
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