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John Culhane, Animation Historian and Mr. Snoops Inspiration, RIP
Culhane also inspired the character of Flying John in "Fantasia/2000."
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Animation Mentor Presents “Student Showcase 2012: The Power Of Inspiration”
Creative Reel Spotlights Inspirational Animation from Animation Mentor Students Around the World Emeryville, Calif., July 16, 2012 — …
(Non-Animation) Visual Inspiration
We don’t do many links to non-animation websites but I wanted to share a few of my favorite visual blogs along with a couple other online …
Computer Animation Before ‘Toy Story’: The Wild, Brilliant Experiments That Built CGI Animation
Explore the groundbreaking experiments and innovations in computer animation that paved the way for Pixar’s 'Toy Story,' released 30 years ago this weekend.
Joseph Gilland, Disney Animation VFX Artist And Author Of ‘Elemental Magic,’ Has Died
A pioneering force in hand-drawn effects and an accomplished writer and educator, Gilland leaves a lasting impact on artists across the industry.
Maggie Kang & Chris Appelhans, Matt Stone & Trey Parker Among 2025 World Animation Summit Honorees
The 2025 World Animation Summit in L.A. will honor the creators of 'South Park,' 'Bob's Burgers,' Love, Death + Robots,' and more.
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.”
Great Cartoon Vampires In Animation History
For Halloween this year, we’re taking a look at some of the most memorable vampires throughout animation history, so pour yourself a cup of blood and dive in!
Director Mike Johnson On 20 Years Of ‘Corpse Bride’: ‘Proving Stop-Motion Could Be As Smooth And As Fluid As Computer Animation’
Mike Johnson discusses how 'Corpse Bride' reshaped stop-motion, proving the medium could match CG in fluidity and ambition while keeping to its handcrafted roots.
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.
Warner Bros. Pictures Animation Unpacks First ‘The Cat In The Hat’ Trailer
Warner Bros. drops trailer for animated Cat in the Hat, coming February 27, 2026, the first animated feature adaptation of the iconic children's' book.
USC Launches The Expanded Animation (XA) MFA Program: A Bold New Frontier For Artists And Innovators
USC's new animation program is a dynamic interdisciplinary initiative designed for passionate visual media artists from all disciplines.
‘Conej Steps Out’ Is A Charming, Exuberant Homage To The Golden Age Of American Animation
The short was created by a team of students in Spain.
David Conley Appointed President Of VFX/Animation Powerhouse MPC
Conley was most recently executive producer at Wētā FX, where he worked on projects such as 'Avatar: The Way of Water,' 'The Last of Us' series, and the Oscar-winning short 'War is Over!'
A Thrilling Tour Through The History Of Wild Takes In Animation
Get ready to have your eyes pop out of your skull, because today we’re taking a look at some of the great wild takes throughout animation history.
Step-By-Step: Creating Kid-Friendly Educational Animation
Indian animator Prosenjit Biswas walks us through his process of using Cartoon Animator 5 to create his animation projects.
‘The Donn Of Tiki’: How 2D And Stop-Motion Animation Elevate This Documentary About The Creator Of Tiki Culture
Filmmakers needed multiple animation styles to convey the many ways that Donn Beach re-invented himself in the mid-20th Century.
Brett Foxwell’s ‘LeafPresser’ Is A Stunning Example Of Replacement Animation That Shows Off The Beauty And Diversity Of The Natural World
Foxwell told us leaf hunting became an "extremely tedious endeavor, but my other work in stop-motion animation had prepared me for this, and it became a sort of obsession."
Watch The Clips That Earned Feature Character Animation Nominations At This Year’s Annie Awards
Character animation nominees from 'Elemental,' 'Nimona,' 'Ruby Gillman,' and 'The Boy and the Heron' discuss their Annie-nominated work.
Three Of This Year’s Oscar-Qualified Directors Discuss The Enduring Appeal Of 2D Animation
Nearly half of this year's 33 Oscar-qualified animated features feature hand-drawn 2d animation, or cg meant to look hand-drawn.
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