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.