Raising Monty Python’s Graham Chapman from the Dead…in 3-D
Animation producer Justin Weyers describes the massive production challenges of turning Chapman’s A Liar’s Autobiography into an animated 3-D feature.
Book Review: 'The Art of Wreck-It Ralph'
Jennifer Lee and Maggie Malone take an in-depth look at the visual development stages of Disney’s latest animated feature.
Disney Breaks the Mold with 'Wreck-It Ralph'
Disney's definitely back with Wreck-It Ralph and I talk to director Rich Moore and the animators about the latest rebirth of animation.
Book Review: 'Filmmaking for Change: Make Films That Transform the World'
The Slamdance co-founder’s book guides filmmakers on making and distributing socially relevant low budget films.
MIPCOM 2012: 'Angry Birds' and the Second Screen Content Boom
Catherine Morrissey reports on the growing importance of second screen and new media platforms for TV animation producers.
Book Review - 'The Storyboard Artist: Guide to Freelancing in Film, TV, and Advertising'
Fred Patten looks at Giuseppe Cristiano’s comprehensive new guide book for storyboarding professionals.
Career Coach: You’ve Got a Friend in Me
Pam talks about the tremendous outpouring of resources and community support in the wake of Digital Domain’s Port St. Lucie shutdown.
Burton Gets Personal with 'Frankenweenie'
The Goth King returns to his childhood roots for this stop-motion adaptation of his celebrated short.
Three Directors Discuss Their Not A Monty Python Animated Film
The directors of A Liar’s Autobiography discuss their new animated feature about “the dead one,” Monty Python’s Graham Chapman.
Book Review: 'The Art of Rise of the Guardians'
This book explores the beautiful art behind the new DreamWorks film Rise of the Guardians
Dr. Toon: The Animation Critic’s Art: Taking the Heat
This month Dr. Toon advises aspiring critics on how to dish it out - and how to take it.
Mind Your Business: What Networks Want
Mark Simon tells you what networks REALLY want.
'Hotel Transylvania' Gets a 2D Transfusion
Genndy Tartakovsky and Sony Pictures Animation describe the demands of imposing a hand-drawn aesthetic on his debut feature.
Genndy Tartakovsky Talks 'Hotel Transylvania'
The legendary creator of Dexter’s Laboratory and Samurai Jack tackles his first feature for Sony Pictures Animation.
From Ducks to Dragons: Translating a DreamWorks Franchise into Print
Aaron Sparrow and James Silvani discuss the new Dragons: Riders of Berk comic series.
Book Review: 'The Art and Making of Hotel Transylvania'
This lush new book is a must have for fans and for anyone looking to dig deep into character design progressions.
Tom Perlmutter and Canada’s Venerable NFB
Heading into his second term, the NFB Chairman discusses his plans for keeping things artistically and fiscally relevant.
The Animation Pimp: Life's a Piece of Shit
The animation Pimp riffs on the topic of laughter and its importance in our lives. Especially when things are less than peachy.
The Magical Junk-Filled World of Jiří Barta
The Czech stop-motion director talks about his latest film, Toys in the Attic.
'Toy Story''s Rex Parties in New Short
Director Mark Walsh talks about Pixar's latest Partysaurus Rex short.
Weathering a Perfect Storm for 'Finding Nemo 3D'
Pixar transforms a blockbuster classic to 3-D.
Dr. Toon: Sequel Justice
This month the Doctor examines the unpredictability of Hollywood suits.
Career Coach: Start Where You Are
Wherever you live, and whatever point you are at in your career, you must start building your career now, today.
Book Review: 'Animation Under the Swastika: A History of Trickfilm in Nazi Germany'
Fred Patten takes an in-depth look at a new book chronicling the history of animation under the Third Reich.
Book Review: 'Postcards & Doodles'
Tim Hodge’s new self published book is a fun collection of hand drawn postcards and decorated envelopes.
