This Animator Decides It's Time for a New Adventure.
I took a job at FullSail University in East Winter Park to teach the fundamentals with 2D animation. I love teaching the fundamentals.
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The Second Version of the Florida International Animation Festival (FIAF2)
On September 27th, 28th and 29th the second version of The Florida International Animation Festival (FIAF2) at the CINEMATIQUE of Daytona Beach, Florida.
The conclusion of the Story of Animagic
Over dinner, Graham, Ivan, Tricia and I continued to discuss the project. We discovered the pub where we ate and slept, had people killed in two separate attacks.
THE STORY OF ANIMAGIC, A cross-border North/South of Ireland Film Project
As I came off the stage, an assistant from the Film Council noted that I might not want to use the word “Republic” when speaking of Ireland. “Republic” was a flashpoint because many folks up North saw “Republic” as a claim to the entire island North and South. Some people viewed this as a political tinderbox and a possible killing offense.
On Christmas Eve, MY HOLIDAY FILM FESTIVAL PART 2
This EMMY award winning animated TV special was created by Tom Wilson and directed by Richard Williams.
My Animated Christmas Film Festival
Once again it is time for MY ANIMATED CHRISTMAS FILM FESTIVAL.
ON BEING MATT LAURIA’S DAD
As I just alluded to I have more and more folks who refer to me as Matt Lauria’s dad...
Working to Complete the Impossible Task of MIM AND GACK
When folks say making a film is one of the hardest things to achieve –they are not kidding - especially if you are going it alone – in your own studio – on your own time – and without much of a budget.
As the smoke clears on South Orlando Avenue in Maitland, Florida, it is time to look back at the FLORIDA FILM FESTIVAL.
Next, I saw several live-action short presentations. There were international and “domestic” offerings – some were themed. The international live-action program was extremely strong. Every film was a much deserved selection.
A couple of months ago I attended a lecture at the Orlando Library by Jim Korkis author of THE VAULT OF WALT
The Topic was THE VAULT OF WALT - a new book that related untold stories about Walt Disney. The books gives insights into the man and the relationships in his life - as well as the projects he endeavored.
With St. Patrick's Day here, I remember our time living and working in Ireland
As our 747 descended into Shannon Airport the country was a gray blank…and then, at about 1000 feet we dropped through the mist to see the most amazing values of green ever.
That first sight of Ireland took our breath away.
Moving Into 2011 With Last Year's Art
As we move into 2011, I wanted to display some images, mostly drawings from last year.
BELATED RESOLUTIONS FOR 2011 AND A FEW OBSERVATIONS
These resolutions are mighty late, though I think according to the Chinese calendar – their New Year is just approaching.
Day 7 A VARIETY OF DISNEY ANIMATED HOLIDAY SHORTS
Day 7 A VARIETY OF DISNEY ANIMATED HOLIDAY SHORTS
MERRY CHRISTMAS Day 6 of my animated Holiday Film Festival - today A CHRISTMAS CAROL
MERRY CHRISTMAS Day 6 of my animated Holiday Film Festival - today A CHRISTMAS CAROL- Directed by Richard Williams and Produced by Chuck Jones.
Day 5 - Christmas Eve and the Holiday Animated Film Festival Continues.
Day 5 - Christmas Eve and the Holiday Animated Film Festival Continues with A WISH FOR WINGS THAT WORK from Steven Spielberg's Amblimation.
Day 4 of the HOLIDAY ANIMATED FILM FESTIVAL - ZIGGY'S GIFT
Another classic Holiday animated film - ZIGGY'S GIFT
Day Three of My Animated Holiday Film Festival- ENJOY!
Day 3 features MICKEY'S CHRISTMAS CAROL. The 1983 Christmas classic from the Disney Studios.
Day Two of My Holiday Animation Festival - PEACE ON EARTH
Day 2 brings us another classic bit of another from Hugh Harmon and Rudold Ising.
