In celebration of the release of Don Hahn's latest book, THE ALCHEMY OF ANIMATION, Woodbury University and ASIFA-Hollywood are putting on a panel discussion hosted by author/producer Hahn. Hahn and his panel of colleagues from the past 20 years will share their insights into the highly creative and involved process of making animated films across a variety of mediums -- traditional, computer and stop-motion animation -- as reflected in THE ALCHEMY OF ANIMATION. The varied experience and talent among this group will serve students and fans of animation well through this educational yet entertaining gathering.
Panel includes:
--James Baxter (BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, THE LION KING, SPIRIT: STALLION OF THE CIMARRON, SHREK 2, ENCHANTED)--Mike Belzer (THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS, JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH, MEET THE ROBINSONS, the upcoming BOLT)--Nik Ranieri (BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, HERCULES, MEET THE ROBINSONS, the upcoming THE PRINCESS AND THE FROG)
Fletcher Jones Foundation AuditoriumWoodbury University7500 Glenoaks Blvd.Burbank, CA 91510 USA
Following the panel discussion, Hahn will sign copies of THE ALCHEMY OF ANIMATION. A limited number of copies of the book will be available for purchase at the event. Proceeds from the sale of books to benefit the ASIFA-Hollywood Animation Archives, Library and Museum.
To RSVP email membership@asifa-hollywood.org. The deadline to RSVP is October 17, 2008.
