Disney Vet Aaron Blaise Answers The Question: “Is AI Animation Going To Put Me Out Of A Job?”
The ‘Brother Bear’ director reacts to a recent viral video that claims to be animated using AI.
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The Humble Beginning Of Japan’s Powerhouse Animation Industry (Video Essay)
Youtuber Wookong has put together a detailed account of the evolution of animation production in Japan in the mid-20th century.
‘The Voice In The Hollow’ Is A Stunning Stylized CG Short, And The Filmmakers Documented The Entire Production
Miguel Ortega and Tran Ma (a.k.a. Half M.T. Studios) documented more than 100 hours of production on their thrilling short.
Cartoon Saloon Producer/Director Nuria González Blanco Gives Career Advice During World Animation Day Masterclass
Blanco has produced shorts such as the Oscar-nominated ‘Late Afternoon,’ and series including Netflix’s ‘Puffin Rock’ at Cartoon Saloon.
‘The Visual Effects Crisis’: New Video Essay Examines Tenuous State Of Modern VFX Industry
The video revisits several now-legendary vfx horror stories and suggests ways that a collapse of the industry may be avoided.
Filmation Got To Produce Its First Major TV Series With This One Weird Trick
Filmation’s 1966 ‘Superman’ series laid the foundation for animated superhero shows, but getting the job took some creative deception.
Storyboarding For Film Or TV, Which Provides A Better Work-Life Balance?
Toniko Pantoja breaks down the major differences in storyboarding for film and TV in his latest Youtube video.
How Don Bluth Went To War With Disney – And Lost
Our latest Video Essay features a detailed look at the epic rivalry between Don Bluth and Disney Animation.
A History Of Queer Representation In American Animation (Video Essay)
A new video dives into the history of LGBTQIA+ representation in animation over the past century.
The Tiny Toons Stalker: A Video Essay On The Dark Side Of Internet Fandom
Did a Tiny Toons Stalker get the show taken off the air? Did the person even exist? Youtube sleuth Bernievidz investigates the urban legend.
Avoid These 6 Common Mix-Ups To Improve Your Animation
Industry animator Toniko Pantoja explains common mistakes and misconceptions among animators, amateur and professional alike
Following One’s Dreams In Animation Can Be ‘Toxic,’ Says Former Industry Artist
In a video, Anoosha Syed explains why she quit the industry after struggling with anxiety, jealousy, and depression.
A Homemade Documentary Reveals How ‘South Park’ Became A Megahit
This video has real tegridy.
The Surprising Role ‘Ducktales’ Played In Launching Fox Kids
The rise and fall of Fox’s legendary children’s block — and the reason why Disney’s show was so important to it.
‘The Overcoat’ Has Been In Production For 40 Years – And It’s Not Even Close To Being Finished
Yuri Norstein and Francheska Yarbusova have been working on the feature since 1981. A new video essay retells their tale of creative ambition and frustration.
A History Of South Korea’s ‘Hidden’ Animation Industry
The history of Korean animation isn’t just about service work, as Youtuber Wookong shows.
Video Essay: Why The Animation On ‘Rick And Morty’ Needs To Change
A Youtuber argues that to make ‘Rick and Morty’ more visually exciting, it “has to start with improving the schedule and paying the artists better.”
Former Pixar Research Scientist Describes The Racist Assumptions That Continue To Shape Digital Characters
The skin and hair of virtual humans are still largely shaped by white features, argues Theodore Kim in a SIGGRAPH lecture.
Crafter Builds Incredibly Detailed ‘Howl’s Moving Castle’ Model That Would Make Miyazaki Proud
Studson tracked the whole process in an in-depth how-to video. Watch it here.
Recreate A-ha’s Iconic ‘Take On Me’ Video With This After Effects Template
Daniel Hashimoto developed the ultimate A-ha template, then used it to create the ultimate parody video.
