Some Animation Inspiration…

March 25, 2013 in Animation, Links

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I don’t exactly remember how I stumbled upon Chris Oatley’s website (I’m pretty sure it had something to do with an Animation Magazine tweet) but I’m glad I did.

In his post When Jobs In Animation Disappear… he shares some words of encouragement for artists in the industry, students and recent grads like myself.

Everyday I’m learning and figuring out how to establish myself as an artist and an animator and I really appreciated his post.  One thing he wrote that stood out to me was:

You can’t let fluctuations in the industry and/or economy kill your creativity.

…and you don’t need a job in the animation industry to validate your calling.

That is a lesson I’m coming to understand. Since graduating in 2011 I felt that not having a job in the industry or an internship by this point makes me somewhat of a failure compared to my classmates, but that is not true. My journey is simply different than theirs. He quotes Maria Palazzi

“One of the great things about the animation industry is that it rewards hard work and persistence.”

I’m reminded that as long as I continue moving forward towards my dreams things will unfold accordingly. One small step forward is still better than standing still.

How should you respond to troubling news about the animation industry?

…the same way you respond to encouraging news about the animation industry.

Draw, paint, repeat.

Finish personal projects.

Pursue mastery.

Read and read and read.

Go to CTN-X.

Share your work online.

Overall I think any and everyone interested in perusing a career in animation should read this post and check out the rest of his website (there is soooo many great posts and resources)

Thanks for stopping by! Go forth in the direction of your dreams!

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New Turbo Trailer!

March 21, 2013 in 3D, Animation, Links

 

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Yesterday  DreamWorks released their second trailer for their Summer animated release Turbo.

Turbo is about a snail who dreams of racing in the Indy 500. It is a funny and cute concept yet one that is extremely similar to the story line of most animated features today.

Somehow I had missed the release of the first trailer but after watching this one I’m very excited to see Turbo.

This trailer showed more of turbo’s character as well as a better insight to the overall story.

Check out the second trailer

 

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Career Day at NYU

March 13, 2013 in Events, Personal

Last week a friend asked me if I would like to participate in a career panel for high school students and I said “sure why not?!”

When I was in high school I attended art classes after school, on Saturdays and during the Summer at Jamaica Art Center, Cooper Union and MoMA. I will forever be grateful for the encouragement and support I received from my teachers at the programs. If it wasn’t for their assistance I would not have gotten into SVA and be where I am today.

This past Saturday I was on a panel with TV producers, directors, actors, writers, traditional artists and Broadway performers. I had to remind myself that although all of these individuals can offer great advice to these students my voice was just as important.

Being able to share my experiences and opinions ended up being therapeutic but I really connected with the testimonies each of my fellow panelists. It was reassuring to hear other people share their obstacles that in one way or another mirrored my own.

Overall I feel it was a great experience for all that were involved and I’d like to thank Patricia Ryan-Canedo, NYU Metro Center, 119 Work Force Program, my fellow panelists and each student that attended for allowing me to share myself and give back as well as making the day a great success

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