AWN Blogs

VIEW 2023 Welcomes ‘Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget’ Writer/Director Sam Fell

Fell will attend in person, presenting on the making of Netflix and Aardman’s upcoming animated comedy about the new adventures of freedom-fighting chickens Ginger and Rocky; the VIEW Conference takes place October 15-20 in Turin, Italy.

In 3D, CG, Education and Training, Event, Films, People | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Blogs: VIEW Conference Spotlight | Special Events: VIEW Conference | Geographic Region: Europe

The Road to Turin Headline News

‘Nimona’ Directors Head to VIEW 2023

Nick Bruno and Troy Quane are set to attend the upcoming conference in-person to present their new animated feature, now streaming on Netflix, based on the New York Times best-selling graphic novel by ND Stevenson; the VIEW Conference takes place October 15-20 in Turin, Italy.

In 3D, CG, Event, Films, People, Technology, Television, Virtual Production, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Blogs: VIEW Conference Spotlight | Special Events: VIEW Conference | Geographic Region: All

AI Blogs

Distribution and Marketing in the Age of AI

As AI tools democratize content development and production, traditional distribution and marketing channels may ironically be more influential than ever.

In AI, Business, Digital Media, Films, Technology, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post | Blogs: Reality Bites | Geographic Region: All

Animation Festival Blogs

KABOOM ANIMATION FESTIVAL 24 March – 2 April 2023 Utrecht/Amsterdam: A TALE OF TWO CITIES

Kaboom Animation Festival has a split personality.

In ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: Sprockets

Pitching Forum Blogs

CEE Animation Forum Announces Official Project Selection and Introduces New Market Platform

CEE Animation Forum unveils the official project selection for its upcoming edition...

In ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: Sprockets

jobs and recruiting ANIMATIONWorld

Creative Career Coach: Go for It and Other Advice from Dad

Sometimes, fathers can be a source of sage career advice – some noted animators share a bit of the wisdom passed down from their dads.

In Business, Jobs & Recruiting, People | ANIMATIONWorld | Columns: Career Coach | Geographic Region: All

90 Minutes of Family Fun ANIMATIONWorld

Re-VIEW: ‘The Super Mario Bros. Movie’ – Simply a Delight

The Universal Pictures and Illumination hit deftly re-imagines the much-loved game as an entertaining, 90-minute action-packed family spectacle.

In 3D, CG, Films, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: VIEW Conference Spotlight | Special Events: VIEW Conference | Geographic Region: All

Starchaser Blogs

STARCHASER: THE LEGEND OF ORIN ANIMATION CELS SOLD ON EBAY

If you're a collector of rare animation cels, sorry, you missed my eBay auction which ended June 20th

In 2D, 3D, Anime, Art, Cartoons, Event, Films, Illustration, Licensing, Preservation, Stereoscopic 3-D, Writing | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post | Blogs: FADE IN: on Screenwriting, by Jeffrey Scott | Geographic Region: All

Loveable Misfits on One Last Ride VFXWorld

Re-VIEW: ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3’ - Furthering the Found Family Theme

Only by accepting others for who they are, can we truly see into the mind of God.

In 3D, Acting, CG, Event, Films, People, Visual Effects | VFXWorld | Blogs: VIEW Conference Spotlight | Special Events: VIEW Conference | Geographic Region: All

The Road to Turin Headline News

‘Elemental’ Director Peter Sohn to Attend VIEW 2023

Pixar’s VP / Creative Director will be there in-person at the upcoming conference, presenting the studio’s new 3DCG film that just premiered at Cannes and hits theaters June 16.

In 3D, CG, Event, Films, People, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Blogs: VIEW Conference Spotlight | Special Events: VIEW Conference | Geographic Region: All

Animation Festival Blogs

22nd MONSTRA ANIMATED FESTIVAL OF LISBON 15 – 26 March 2023 Lisbon, Portugal

The 22nd edition of the MONSTRA Animation Festival had much to celebrate.

In ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: Sprockets

The Road to Turin Headline News

Henry Selick, Doug Chiang, and Hal Hickel to Speak at VIEW 2023

The stop-motion legend, Lucasfilm executive creative director, and senior ILM animation supervisor, respectively, will head to Turin to deliver a suite of in-person talks and workshops; Italy’s premier international event on Computer Graphics, Interactive Techniques, Digital Cinema, 2D/3D Animation, VR and AR, Gaming, and VFX runs October 15-20.

animated films Blogs

MOVE SUMMIT - 22 - 24 February 2023 Pleasance, Edinburgh, Scotland

After a two-year hiatus due to Covid, it felt great to be back in Edinburgh for the MOVE Summit.

In Event, Festival | ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: Sprockets | Geographic Region: All

advantage Blogs

The Fleeting Nature of Competitive Advantage: From Sabermetrics to AI Content Creation

Plus: a big ol’ postscript on how the Writers Guild of America strike will inadvertently boost the utility and quality of ChatGPT.

In AI, Business, Digital Media, Films, Jobs & Recruiting, People, Technology, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post | Blogs: Reality Bites | Geographic Region: All

People Blogs

Kneading Bread and AI

Exploring Alex Boya’s world making, Zombie bread baking, and animation process.

In 2D, AI, Art, CG, People, Short Films, Technology | ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: Lines of Thought | Geographic Region: North America

‘Dog Apartment,’ ‘Nayola’ Take Top Honors at ITFS 2023

The festival wrapped its 30th edition with an April 30 ceremony honoring winners of the main competitions, with Priit Tender and José Miguel Ribeiro, respectively, taking home the big awards.

In 2D, 3D, Awards, CG, Digital Media, Event, Festival, Films, People, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Blogs: FMX Conference Spotlight | Special Events: ITFS | Geographic Region: All, Europe

People Headline News

Jan Pinkava to Head Animationsinstitut at Filmakademie Baden-Wuerttemberg

Oscar-winning British-Czech animator, director, and screenwriter – known for Pixar’s Ratatouille and Gerri’s Game - takes the reigns in June, promising to remain faithful to his predecessor Andreas Hykade’s principal ‘The person is more important than the project.’

In 2D, 3D, Business, CG, Education and Training, Event, Films, People, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Blogs: FMX Conference Spotlight | Special Events: FMX | Geographic Region: Europe

Heading to Stuttgart Headline News

FMX 2023 Announces New Program Updates

Wētā FX ‘Avatar: The Way of Water’ panels added to a vast array of already confirmed programming for the upcoming 4-day hybrid event, running April 25-27 and online April 28 in Stuttgart.

In 2D, 3D, Business, CG, Digital Media, Education and Training, Event, Films, Games, Jobs & Recruiting, People, Post-production, Previs/Postvis/Visualization, Technology, Television, Transmedia, Virtual Production, AR/VR/XR, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Blogs: FMX Conference Spotlight | Special Events: FMX | Geographic Region: Europe

What’s New in German Animation? Headline News

ITFS’ APD Announces ‘New Voices – New Stories’ Conference

Part of the 17th Animation Production Days running April 26-28 in Stuttgart, the conference takes place on April 26 and offers animation professionals a platform to discuss current developments in the industry.

In Business, Digital Media, Diversity and Inclusion, Education and Training, Event, Festival, Films, People, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Blogs: FMX Conference Spotlight | Special Events: FMX, ITFS | Geographic Region: Europe

Animation Blogs

ANIMAKOM VI INTERNATIONAL COMMUNITY ANIMATION FESTIVAL 12 – 19 December 2022 Bilbao, Spain

There was no better way to ring out the 2022 animation festival season than with a trip to beautiful Bilbao in the Basque Country of Spain for AnimaKom.

In ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: Sprockets

Crowdfunding Blogs

Studio Pupil crowdfunding campaign on Voordekunst.nl

Tired, depressed, sick, cold, nauseous, tense, exhausted... In 2014, cartoonist, graphic novelist and illustrator Maaike Hartjes suffered a burnout.

In ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: Sprockets

Heading to Stuttgart Headline News

FMX 2023 Shares More Program Updates

The 4-day hybrid event, which runs April 25-27 and online April 28, revealed more on-site programming, including sustainability in media productions panel, VFX insights into HBO’s ‘The Last of Us,’ challenges of adapting literature into animation and games, and masterclasses with Ed Hooks and Craig Caldwell.

In 2D, 3D, CG, Digital Media, Education and Training, Event, Films, Jobs & Recruiting, People, Post-production, Previs/Postvis/Visualization, Short Films, Technology, Television, Transmedia, Virtual Production, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Blogs: FMX Conference Spotlight | Special Events: FMX | Geographic Region: Europe

The Future of 3D Production ANIMATIONWorld

How NVIDIA’S Omniverse is Helping Shape the Future of 3D Production

The company’s General Manager of M&E, Richard Kerris, takes a deep dive into the processes and promise of NVIDIA’s groundbreaking creative platform.

In 3D, AI, Business, CG, Digital Media, Films, People, Previs/Postvis/Visualization, Technology, Television, Virtual Production, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, VFXWorld | Blogs: VIEW Conference Spotlight | Special Events: VIEW Conference | Geographic Region: All

Accountability Blogs

Programming People of Color: Ethical Considerations for White Developers

Navigating diversity, fairness, accountability, and transparency in AI development.

In AI, Business, CG, Digital Media, Diversity and Inclusion, Technology | ANIMATIONWorld, VFXWorld | Blogs: Reality Bites | Geographic Region: All

ITFS Returns! Headline News

ITFS 2023 Announces AniMovie Selections

A full slate of animated films vie for the coveted Trickster Award in the international feature-length film competition at the Stuttgart International Festival of Animated Film, running April 25-30.