Wednesday, April 30, 2008

Animation Book Look

Cartoon Brew just had a post about this event in Sherman Oaks at the VanEaton Galleries. Jerry Beck writes,

"The 2nd annual Animation Book Look is the place to be. The Creative Talent Network and Van Eaton Galleries are presenting an all day book signing event on May 17th with appearances by a large number of artists and authors representing over seventy-five books. Everything from children’s books to artist’s sketchbooks, from illustration to fine-art, and from How To’s to History Of’s. Join me, along with Martha Sigall, Tom Sito, Rik Maki, Tony White, Willie Ito, Jim Smith, Amanda Visell, Stephen Silver, Maureen Furniss, Jon Gibson, Mike Kunkel and dozens more on Saturday May 17th, 2008 from 1:00pm-6:00pm."

VAN EATON GALLERIES
13613 Ventura Blvd.
Sherman Oaks, CA

Best of all- it is free and open to the public!

Wednesday, April 23, 2008

Drawing on the Future: Mentorship in Animation

Just saw this article on AWN....this looks like an excellent lecture. Get your tickets now because I'm SURE this one will sell out!

From AWN (this is the link to the original article):
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will present the 12th Marc Davis Celebration of Animation, "Drawing on the Future: Mentorship in Animation," on Friday, May 9, at 7:30 p.m. in the Samuel Goldwyn Theater.

The evening will feature an onstage panel discussion moderated by animation critic Charles Solomon. Honored guests James Baxter, Andreas Deja, Pete Docter and Eric Goldberg will spotlight the mentors who fostered their professional development as well as provide insights into their individual approaches to their art. The celebration will include clips from the masters' work that inspired each of the panelists, and from the panelists' work reflecting that inspiration.

Tickets for the Academy's 12th Marc Davis Celebration of Animation are $5 for the general public and $3 for Academy members and students with a valid ID. They may be purchased online at www.oscars.org, in person at the Academy box office or by mail. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. All seating is unreserved. The Academy is located at 8949 Wilshire Boulevard in Beverly Hills. For more information, call 310-247-3600.

Pitch Night Meets THURSDAY, April 24th!

WIA's Pitch Night will be meeting THIS Thursday, April 24th at the Animation Guild. Our special guest artist for the event is Tyree Dillihay who recently finished directing his second short film for Six Point Harness titled "Differences". Check it out at the link below: http://www.youtube.com/user/TyreeTV

You can also see some other work at his blog: http://www.tyree-dillihay.blogspot.com/

If you've got questions about boarding, animating in Flash, or the process of making a short film, this is your month to pitch your stuff and ask! Sign up to reserve a spot in the audience OR for pitching. E-mail me at jesskreig@gmail.com to RSVP today.

Storyboard Pitch Night
meets Thursday, April 24th
7 pm to 10 pm at the
Animation Guild
4729 Lankershim Blvd.
North Hollywood 91602

As always this event is FREE to WIA members, and only 5 dollars for non-members.