How To Adapt An Illustrated Book Into Animation: 5 Lessons From Gene Deitch
The late filmmaker made dozens of films based on children’s books. In a 1977 documentary, he explained how to do this well.
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Netflix And Filmakademie Baden-Württemberg Launch Free Online Courses For Aspiring Animators And Filmmakers
Learn how to create a project from conception to completion, and how to break into the industry.
‘Soul’ And ‘Connected’ Trailers: An Analysis Of Each Movie’s Animation Style
Veteran animator Jean-Denis Haas explains why the animation in these films is a cut above the rest.
Pixar’s Cinematographers Break Down Their Creative Process For ‘Onward’ (Video Essay)
Adam Habib and Sharon Calahan reveal their approach to emulating live-action cinematography in “Onward.”
Samurai Jack’s Phil LaMarr Gives A Masterclass In Improvised Voice Acting
The actor performs 12 new characters in ten minutes — while narrating his creative process.
Animators Share Their Thoughts On The Hardest Shots They’ve Ever Done
Sign language. Mice mid-celebration. Dragons flying into snow. These are just some of the shots that have given pros a headache.
A Storyboard Artist On ‘Infinity Train’ Explains His Job In A Comic
Sam Spina’s comic reveals the joys, anxieties, and endless procrastination that his career involves. Read it here.
31 Tips On How To Be A Better Artist And Animator From A ‘Klaus’ Animator
Animator Sam Cabanac wrote down 31 lessons he learned while working on “Klaus” — then published them all online.
For $90, Bob Iger Will Teach You How To Run The Walt Disney Company
YOU can run Disney now.
How ‘Toy Story 4’ Was Influenced By Live-Action Cinematography
A video essay that explains how Pixar recreates the effects of real camerawork in its virtual worlds.
Calling All Aspiring Animation Directors: This Course Lets You Study In Cuba For Nine Weeks
Three renowned animation filmmakers are teaching the program: Paul Bush, Ruth Lingford, and Gerd Gockell.
Video Of The Week: Different Approaches To Creating Animation On The Go
Are you looking to get some animation done in your hotel room? Finesse your script on the beach? Storyboard at Starbucks? L.A.-based artist Toniko Pantoja gives some tips on what tech you’ll need.
Video Essay of The Week: Marlon West Explores The Legacy Of Disney’s ‘Pixie Dust’
Disney veteran Marlon West explores one of the studio’s most enduring effects, and its influence on character animation.
Epic Games Has Created The Ultimate Guide To Virtual Production
The Virtual Production Field Guide provides an overview of “one of the biggest technology disruptors of the visual medium.”
Spongebob’s Tom Kenny Offers Voice Acting Tips
The veteran voice actor reviews fans’ impressions of his characters, explaining his own methods in the process.
Video Of The Week: How To Make The Perfect Demo Reel
In a pair of video tutorials, veteran animator Jean-Denis Haas gives his views on what makes a killer animation reel.
Triggerfish Launches Free Online Course For Aspiring African Animators
A new initiative from South Africa’s Triggerfish aims to help young animators learn about the animation industry.
Video Essay Of The Week: Why Paddington’s Acting Is So Good
Why is the animation in “Paddington” so convincing? Animator Oswald Iten breaks down the film’s techniques.
Advice For First-Time Feature Film Directors From Paramount Animation President Mireille Soria
How can young directors work most effectively with studio executives?
A New Organization, LatinX in Animation, Expands Access For Underrepresented Artists
Launched last fall, the L.A. organization has grown to nearly 500 members.
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