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When Animation Work Slowed, ‘Animaniacs’ Showrunner Gabe Swarr Built His Own Game Studio
Swarr says more animators should try game creation: “The tools and communities are here; it’s never been more accessible.”
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Hyundai’s ‘Japanese Drift Master’ Promo Shifts Gears With Bold Manga-Style Animation
Animator James Martin brings manga-inspired energy to Hyundai’s ‘Japanese Drift Master’ promo with bold, high-speed 2D animation.
Cult Anime Legend Takeshi Koike Reflects On The Legacy Of ‘Lupin III’ And ‘Redline’: ‘The Key Word For Me Is Dynamism’
Koike discusses bringing intensity, style, and motion to Lupin’s world, and why collaboration drives his boundary-pushing anime vision.
Heartland Animation: Sarah Schmidt’s Independent Route To Adult Swim (EXCLUSIVE)
Chicago-based animator Sarah Schmidt proves mainstream animation doesn’t have to come from Hollywood with her Adult Swim ‘Gassy’s Gas ‘N Stuff’ shorts.
Industry Veteran Eric Calderon’s Career Story Featured In ‘Frames Per Second,’ Aha Media’s Creative-Career Short Film Series
Aha Media releases a new ‘Frames Per Second’ short sharing Eric Calderon’s real-life journey in animation, produced through its student mentorship program.
‘A Fear Of Being Replaced’: Uli Meyer Turns AI Anxiety Into ’90s Cartoon Horror With ‘Tricky & The Cereal Killers’ Concept Trailer (EXCLUSIVE)
Watch the first proof-of-concept trailer for Uli Meyer’s Tricky & The Cereal Killers, a hand-drawn, AI-fueled tribute to 90s mascots.
‘The Simpsons,’ ‘King Of The Hill’ Director Wes Archer Exhibit Hits Hollywood’s Pauhaus Gallery Oct. 4
Animation legend Wes Archer unveils Tinseltown in the Membrane, a solo show of LA-inspired paintings at Pauhaus Gallery, Oct. 4–31.
Exclusive Preview: Richard Williams’ Life And Legacy Chronicled In ‘Adventures In Animation,’ Available Now
Explore Richard Williams’ legendary life and career in the new book ‘Adventures in Animation,’ featuring exclusive artwork and untold stories.
‘Great Films Are Harder To Find Because They’re Being Drowned Out’: Why Don Hertzfeldt Put Together The ‘Animation Mixtape’ Short Film Anthology
Don Hertzfeldt-curated ‘Animation Mixtape’ premieres at IFC Center tonight, reviving the big-screen experience for short films before touring nationwide.
‘I Never Want To Just Repeat’: Lisa Hanawalt On Crafting A New Look For ‘Long Story Short’ – Exclusive Artwork
‘Tuca & Bertie’ Lisa Hanawalt discusses shaping the look of ‘BoJack Horseman’ and reinventing her style for ‘Long Story Short’ with Raphael Bob-Waksberg.
‘Sekiro’ Anime Adaptation Brings A Fresh Aesthetic To FromSoftware’s Hit Franchise
Director Kenichi Kutsuna and a dream team of artists bring bold colors, hand-drawn style, and frenetic action to the ‘Sekiro: No Defeat’ anime adaptation.
Go Behind The Scenes Of ‘Love, Death + Robots’ S4 In An Exclusive Video And Conversation With ‘Spider Rose’ Director Jennifer Yuh Nelson
‘Spider Rose’ director Jennifer Yuh Nelson on returning to favorite stories, designing an ‘ugly cute’ creature, and why U.S. sci-fi sticks to short form.
‘Like Watching Mozart Compose’: The Harmony Of Storyboards And Score In ‘The Glassworker’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Usman Riaz shares his drawings and storyboards, explaining how music and attention to detail shaped ‘The Glassworker,’ Pakistan’s 2D hand-drawn milestone.
‘If This Opens The Right Doors, I’m Stepping Through’: Genndy Tartakovsky On ‘Fixed’ And The Future
Genndy Tartakovsky discusses the long road to his R-rated 2D comedy, from high school inspirations to a roaring Annecy premiere and upcoming Netflix debut.
Watch ‘Fighting With Autism’: Highlights From Jorge Gutierrez’s Spec Labs Talk To Young Neurodivergent Artists
Gutiérrez’s Spec Labs talk, ‘Fighting With Autism,’ screened at Comic-Con last month and inspires with personal stories and support for neurodivergent artists.
Disney Vet Marlon West, ‘Avatar’ Co-Producer Brooke Breton, ‘Shrek’ Costume Designer Isis Mussenden Among New Academy Foundation Board Members
Disney’s Marlon West, ‘Avatar’ VFX vet Brooke Breton, and ‘Shrek’ costume designer Isis Mussenden bring animation and effects to Academy Foundation’s board.
Piderman Homecoming: After 10 Years, ‘Baman Piderman’ Creators Reclaim Streaming Rights, Plan New Episodes To Conclude The Series
After a 10 year distribution nightmare, internet cult favorite ‘Baman Piderman’ returns to its owner’s channel on Aug. 1 with new episodes planned.
Mergers, Lawsuits, And Presidential Penises: ‘South Park’ Proves More Relevant Than It’s Been In 20 Years At Comic-Con Award Panel
‘South Park’ creators addressed recent controversies at Comic-Con while accepting the event’s Inkpot Award for excellence in animation.
‘It’s A Creative Superpower’: Jorge Gutiérrez On Why The Industry Is Better When It Embraces The Strengths And Perspectives Of Neurodivergent Artists
Jorge Gutiérrez shares how autism shapes his storytelling and why embracing neurodivergent artists leads to bolder, richer, and more original animation.
66 Animation Pros Invited To Join Academy’s Animation And VFX Branches
The animation and VFX invitees are among the 534 film industry figures invited to join the Academy’s ranks as part of the class of 2025.
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