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Where Have All the Dragons Gone? Dean DeBlois Concludes His Spectacular Trilogy with ‘The Hidden World’

‘How To Train Your Dragon’ series writer and director Dean DeBlois reflects on his ten years with the beloved franchise, detailing how new technologies helped bring ‘The Hidden World’ to the screen.

Dreamworks Animation ANIMATIONWorld

Designing the Spectacular Realm of the Dragons for DreamWorks Animation’s ‘The Hidden World’

From concept art to finished frames, production designer Pierre-Olivier Vincent brings a singular touch to the final film in the blockbuster ‘How To Train Your Dragon’ trilogy.

Oscars Headline News

91st Oscars: Disney Earns Best Picture Nomination for ‘Black Panther’

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, January 22, 2019 at 4:50pm

Blockbuster Marvel feature that almost launched its own Popular Film category at the Oscars racks up seven Academy nods, including a groundbreaking nomination for production designer Hannah Beachler.

Visual Effects Headline News

WATCH: In-Camera Effects Redefined for Oscar-Shortlisted ‘First Man’

Alongside a new featurette produced by primary visual effects vendor DNEG, Oscar-winning VFX supervisor Paul Lambert details the hybrid of practical and digital techniques employed for the cinematic adaptation of ‘First Man: The Life of Neil A. Armstrong.’

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One Small Step: Recreating the Historic Lunar Landing for ‘First Man’

Alongside primary visual effects vendor DNEG, Oscar-winning VFX supervisor Paul Lambert and production designer Nathan Crowley employ a hybrid of practical and digital techniques for the cinematic adaptation of ‘First Man: The Life of Neil A. Armstrong.’

feature film animation ANIMATIONWorld

Bringing Cartoons Back for ‘Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation’

By Dan Sarto | Friday, July 13, 2018 at 6:34pm

A longtime collaborator with director Genndy Tartakovsky, production designer Scott Wills helps bring a 2D sensibility to CG production in Sony’s latest animated comedy feature.

Awards Headline News

TV Academy Unveils 70th Primetime Emmy Award Nominations

‘Big Hero 6: The Series,’ ‘Bob’s Burgers,’ ‘Rick and Morty,’ ‘The Simpsons’ and ‘South Park’ receive nominations for Outstanding Animated Program.

FMX 2018 ANIMATIONWorld

WATCH: Lynne Naylor Talks Character and Conceptual Design at FMX 2018

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, May 24, 2018 at 11:24pm

The DreamWorks TV Animation veteran artist talks about her different approaches to character and conceptual design projects, the dynamic of realizing a strong director’s vision, such as Genndy Tartakovsky, and challenges she faced on shows such as ‘Samurai Jack.’ 

call for entries Headline News

Trojan Horse Was a Unicorn Launches Golden Ticket Challenge Art Competition

Winners in the Student and Professional categories to receive a ticket to THU, flights to Malta and 5-star accommodation for the duration of the event.

Loving Vincent Headline News

Poland's CeTA Played Key Role in 'Loving Vincent'

Center assisted painters by providing detailed reference, visual effects, compositing and editing for Oscars-nominated feature. 

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Reinventing a Galaxy Far, Far Away: Kevin Jenkins on Designing ‘The Last Jedi’

From preproduction through postproduction, design supervisor Kevin Jenkins helps safeguard the visual language of the Star Wars universe for the eighth episode in the iconic franchise.

VIEW Conference Blogs

WATCH: Mike Mitchell and Walt Dohrn Talk ‘Trolls’ Production at VIEW

By Dan Sarto | Friday, October 13, 2017 at 7:00am

The co-directors discuss design and production challenges on DreamWorks Animation’s fuzzy animated musical comedy, Trolls.

Awards Headline News

Art Directors Guild Gets Animated with New Award Category

ADG spotlights excellence in production design for animated features with new award and ‘Production Design in Animation: Celebrating 100 Years of Imagination’ theme for annual awards gala to be held January 27, 2018.

FMX Blogs

WATCH: Pixar’s Jay Shuster Talks ‘Cars 3’ Production Design and More at FMX 2017

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, August 15, 2017 at 7:08pm

The veteran designer details his work as production designer and art director on Pixar’s third offering of their hit ‘Cars’ franchise.

FMX Blogs

WATCH: ILM’s Christian Alzmann Talks BB-8 and ‘Star Wars’ Concept Art at FMX 2017

The Industrial Light & Magic senior art director discusses his iconic droid design as well as duties as a concept artist on both ‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’ and ‘Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.’

Visual Effects Headline News

New Highlight Reel Explores the Visual Development of ‘Ghost in the Shell’

Concept artist Ash Thorp releases a highlight reel of concepts and animations created for director Rupert Sanders’ live-action remake of the classic anime property starring Scarlett Johansson.

Awards Headline News

Brad Bird to Receive ADG’s Cinematic Imagery Award

Two–time Oscar-winning filmmaker, director, producer, animator and writer to be honored at the 21st annual Art Directors Guild’s Excellence in Production Design Awards for his contributions to narrative design.

Video Interview ANIMATIONWorld

Watch: Production Designer Michael Kurinsky Talks ‘Hotel Transylvania 2’ at VIEW Conference

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, October 18, 2016 at 8:30pm

The 2016 VIEW Conference kicks off next week in Turin - watch AWN's two-part interview with the Sony Pictures Animation artist from the 2015 edition.

Awards Headline News

Art Directors Guild Awards ‘The Martian,’ ‘Mad Max’ and ‘The Revenant’

‘The Martian,’ ‘Mad Max: Fury Road’ and ‘The Revenant’ motion picture winners at the 20th Annual Art Directors Guild Excellence in Production Design Awards; ‘Game of Thrones,’ ‘House of Cards,’ ‘American Horror Story,’ ‘The Big Bang Theory’ and ‘The Muppets’ win for television series.

Festivals Headline News

Trojan Horse Was A Unicorn Announces New Speakers, Meet-Ups, and THU TV

Unique, annual five-day festival for digital artists running September 15-19 announces a fresh line-up of 31 renowned speakers, regional meet-ups, and THU TV.

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