Our new blog series focuses on Animating the Six Basic Emotions, and we’re covering them one emotion at a time!
Next up is Happiness, with Kevin Koch! 😀
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Q&A with Lion King Animator Natalia Falowska
Framestore animator Natalia Falowksa chats about her work on The Lion King, her time at two large VFX studios, and her school experience!
First up is DreamWorks animator Tim Ingersoll with tips on animating Sadness! 🙁
Animation Career Advice with Shawn Kelly & Carlos Baena
Animation Mentor alum and OpenPixel Studios Co-Founder Kathryn Taccone shares her student experience and animation advice, and reaffirms the importance of having diverse voices in film.
Blink for a Reason: Acting Advice from ILM Lead Animator Shawn Kelly
We’re so excited to introduce brand new Maya Mentor and former Pixar Animator, Carolina Lopez Dau! Like our workshop, Maya en Español, the Q&A below is in Spanish AND English. Check it out!
The 6 Basic Emotions: Animating Surprise with DreamWorks Animator Chadd Ferron
Take your body mechanics and facial animation to the next level with Chadd Ferron as he shares tips on animating Surprise!
The 6 Basic Emotions: Animating Disgust with Jay Davis
Ever smelled boiled brussel sprouts? Yep, they’re disgusting. Learn how to animate that face you just made with facial animation tips from Jay Davis!
The 6 Basic Emotions: Animating Anger with Pixar’s Anthony Wong
Does facial animation have you bristling with rage? Channel that anger and perfect your acting shots with tips from Pixar animator Anthony Wong!
The 6 Basic Emotions: Animating Fear with Keith Sintay
Take your facial animation to the next level with Keith Sintay as he shares tips and tricks on animating Fear, one of the 6 Basic Emotions!
The 6 Basic Emotions: Animating Happiness with Kevin Koch
Professional animator Kevin Koch shares his tips and tricks for animating “Happiness.” It’s not as straightforward an emotion as it may seem!
The 6 Basic Emotions: Animating Sadness with Tim Ingersoll
DreamWorks animator Tim Ingersoll shares the key to successfully and believably animating “Sadness.” Pro tip: It begins in the eyes.
How to Become an Animator with Blue Sky Animators
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Top 3 Reasons You Need Creature Animation on Your Demo Reel
Lead Animator at Industrial Light & Magic, Shawn Kelly shares why you need more creature animation in YOUR demo reel, regardless of the studios you are applying to. Read along and then go polish your demo reel!
How to Become an Animator with Sir Wade: A YouTuber’s Journey
Animation Mentor alumnus and YouTuber Sir Wade shares his student experience and talks about his journey to become an animator.
Carlos Baena’s Journey: Simplicity in Animation
Hey kids and kids at heart! Ever wonder what happened to your favorite Saturday morning cartoons? Anne Choi takes a nostalgic look back at the evolution of classic cartoon favorites.
Our Top 10 Animation Blog Posts of 2018
Start 2019 with a bang by reviewing our most popular posts of 2018! Learn how to master a moving...
You Are a Tool
Animation Mentor Co-Founder Shawn Kelly drops some truth bombs about being a studio animator....
Some Tips for Animating Dialogue
Mentor and Animator Jay Jackson has worked on some of our favorites! From The Little Mermaid to...
Recharge Your Animation Batteries
Eventually, no matter who you are, and no matter how much passion you have, your animation...
The New Animator’s Guide to Industry Politics
Because industry politics is an uncomfortable—and sometimes unfortunate—topic, I think it’s...
Why Your Animation Needs Contrast, Part 2: Timing
Last month, Shawn Kelly talked about the overall importance of contrast in entertainment and any...
How to Make BIG Changes to Your Polished Shot
This tip is huge. Honestly. At least for me, and my workflow, it's massive. The concept is simple,...
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