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Animation Mentor Student Silvia Panicali’s Journey to Ubisoft
Silvia Panicali We're thrilled to share Silvia Panicali’s story with the Animation Mentor...
Workflows and Advice for Careers in Previs Animation
Previs animators are crucial for a director to envision what a scene will...
How a Pixar Animator Uses 2D Animation
Pixar Character Animator Youri Dekker shares the 2D techniques he uses to animate beloved Pixar characters from films like Inside Out 2, Coco, Soul, Luca, and Lightyear.
From Animation Mentor Student to Pixar Animator: Kristina Sepulveda’s Story
Animator Kristina Sepulveda talks about her path from Animation Mentor to working on major Pixar films like Inside Out 2 and Elemental. She also shares insights into the life of a Fix Animator and advice for current animation students.
Unlocking Unreal Engine: An Animation Introduction
Learn how to start animating directly within Unreal Engine, utilizing real-time tools to create high-quality animations for both games and films.
From Scientist to Pixar Animator: Alum Brandon Kern Shares Story
In this Q&A, Brandon shares his experiences at Pixar, discusses the challenges and rewards of animating iconic characters, and offers valuable advice for aspiring animators.
Behind the Scenes with House of the Dragon Lead Animator Fonzo Romano
We’re excited to chat with Fonzo Romano, an Animation Mentor alumnus whose journey has taken him from creating comic strips in Lisbon to Lead Animator at Pixomondo, most recently working on the second season of House of the Dragon. Fonzo’s career is a testament to his passion for storytelling and animation.
Free Workshop: Introduction to Maya
There’s so much you can do with Maya and it can be a bit overwhelming at...
Free Workshop: Animating Facial Expressions
Push your facial animation skills to the next level in this free workshop...
Free Workshop: Mastering Lip Sync in Animation
Take your dialogue animation to the next level in this free workshop led...
Free Workshop: Introduction to Substance 3D Painter
Learn how to utilize Substance 3D Painter to simplify and superpower your...
Navigating AI in the Animation and VFX Industries with Michael Tanzillo
Michael Tanzillo sat down with Animation Mentor to discuss the impact of...
Navigating the Animation Landscape: Jenn Burchfield’s Journey From Student to Industry Pro
Jenn Burchfield We recently had the pleasure of sitting down with Jenn Burchfield, an accomplished...
State of the Animation Industry and AI with Alessandro Camporota
Animator Alessandro Camporota sat down with Animation Mentor to discuss...
Teresa Falcone: From Character Performer to Pixar Animator
Explore the journey of Teresa Falcone, whose transition from performer to Pixar Animator offers valuable insights into careers in animation.
Martin Scalzotto: A Global Animation Career Across 4 Continents
Sony Pictures Imageworks Senior Animator Martin Scalzotto shares his global animation story – from Argentina to Indonesia, France, the United Kingdom, Spain, and Canada!
How 1st Grade Sketches and a Chance Encounter Led Ricky Robinson to a Career as a Senior Game Animator
Animation Mentor Alumni Ricky Robinson on his journey to becoming a Senior Animator at Warner Bros. Games.
How an Animation Mentor Alum became an Annie Awards-nominee for Stop Motion
Animation Mentor alumni Rich Farris discusses his Annie Awards nomination and path from 3D animation student to stop motion film director.
Behind the Screen with Annie Awards-nominated Alum Prashanth Cavale
Animation Mentor Alumni Prashanth Cavale on his Annie Awards nomination and techniques he used animating DreamWorks Animation’s top films.
Kolby Krook: How I Went From Animation Mentor Student to ILM
We caught up with Animation Mentor Alumni Kolby Krook to learn about life as a Lead Animator at Industrial Light & Magic.
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