Small Fish in a Big Pond
On life in China and percolating projects.
In Business, CG, Films, People, Television, Writing | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post, Podcast | Blogs: Reality Bites | Geographic Region: Asia
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WATCH: Bobby Chiu Talks Concept Art and Character Design at FMX 2019
Schoolism.com founder and Imaginism Studios producer / designer shares his insights on design challenges, artistic tools, working with directors and how filmability impacts his creative decision-making.
THERE'S NO SUCH THING AS A STORY PROBLEM THAT CAN'T BE SOLVED
The trick to solving all story problems is...
‘CoboStories’ and ‘Smosh Mosh’ Among Award Winners at 2019 Animation Production Days
Stuttgart’s 13th annual business conference, held as part of ITFS and FMX, honors several projects from 50 selected for competition.
In 2D, 3D, Awards, Business, CG, Event, Films, People, Television, Transmedia, AR/VR/XR | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post, Headline News | Blogs: FMX Conference Spotlight | Special Events: FMX, ITFS | Geographic Region: Europe
Breaking Boundaries in Beijing
With a production panel and a project announcement at this year’s Beijing International Film Festival.
In 2D, 3D, CG, Event, Films, People | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post | Blogs: Reality Bites | Geographic Region: Asia
Women Directors Talk Shop at WIA NYC Gathering
Karen Disher, Signe Baumane, Anna Samo and Peggy Stern share insights and realities at Women in Animation New York chapter March event; AWN’s Miscweant reports.
In 2D, Diversity and Inclusion, Event, Films, People | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post | Blogs: The Miscweant | Geographic Region: North America
Call for Entries: 2019 VIEW Awards Now Open for Submissions
Italy’s premier animation, VFX, games and immersive storytelling conference is now accepting submissions for its film competition, with a €2,000 first prize.
In 3D, Awards, CG, Digital Media, Education and Training, Event, Festival, Films, Games, Places, Short Films, Technology, Television, Transmedia, AR/VR/XR, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post, Headline News, VFXWorld | Blogs: VIEW Conference Spotlight | Special Events: VIEW Conference | Geographic Region: Europe
Cartoon Springboard 2019 - pitching event for young talents in Valencia, Spain
CARTOON SPRINGBOARD gives young European animators who have graduated from school within the last 5 years an opportunity to test out their new animation project on a team of animation experts and receive valuable feedback.
In 2D, 3D, Call for Entries, CG, Event, Films, Short Films, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post | Blogs: Sprockets | Geographic Region: Europe
Call for Entries for the 10th Edition of the Festival of Anibar Closes April 30
Anibar the International Animation Festival in Peja Kosovo will have its 10th edition this year July 15-21. Submit your films today!
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Review: LAIKA Delivers its Most Complex Film Yet with ‘Missing Link’
AWN’s Miscweant examines the increasing sophistication of the technology powering the stop-motion studio’s fifth animated feature film, a globe-trotting adventure directed by Chris Butler.
In CG, Films, People, Stop-Motion, Technology, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post | Blogs: The Miscweant | Geographic Region: North America
John Gaeta & Kim Libreri to Present Groundbreaking VFX on ‘The Matrix’ at FMX 2019
Leaders on the team behind famed effects like ‘Bullet Time’ will share insights on their seminal cinematic innovations; ‘Aquaman,’ ‘Lego Movie 2’ and ‘Alita’ sessions also added.
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Mixed Realities in the Middle Kingdom
Observations on China’s VR market.
In 3D, Business, CG, Digital Media, Films, Games, Home Entertainment, People, Short Films, Technology, AR/VR/XR, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post, VFXWorld | Blogs: Reality Bites | Geographic Region: Asia
A Feast for the Eyes and the Stomach: 2018 Thessaloniki Animation Festival
The 4th Thessaloniki Animation Festival ran October 18-21, 2018 in a beautiful Greek city full of ancient architecture and delicious food, making it the perfect place for an animation festival.
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Lucasfilm’s Doug Chiang to Lead FMX 2019 Concept Art Track
Noted Oscar-winning production designer will be joined by Patrick Hanenberger from ‘The LEGO Movie 2’ in sharing their latest work.
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Meet the AIs
Chinese TV hosts introduce their virtual replacements.
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Pinscreen Magic and ‘Kirikou and the Sorceress’ Highlight FIAF’s Animation First Weekend
The Miscweant reports on New York’s French Institute Alliance Française’s 2nd annual festival of French animation.
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ILM’s Rob Bredow to Present ‘Solo: A Star Wars Story’ at FMX 2019
Studio’s head and executive creative director will share inner workings of their visual and physical effects work on Disney's BAFTA and VES-nominated sci-fi adventure.
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24th Encounters Festival: September 25-30, 2018 – Bristol, England
Being both a live action and an animated short film festival, the Encounters Festival schedule was packed with film programs of every description.
Call for Entries to the 3rd Bilbao International Animation Community Festival ANIMAKOM FEST
Call for Entries to the 3rd Bilbao International Animation Community Festival ANIMAKOM FEST is open until 31st January 2019.
In 2D, 3D, Call for Entries, CG, Places, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post | Blogs: Sprockets | Geographic Region: All, Europe
Big Plans for VR in the PRC
Get ready for virtual reality with Chinese characteristics.
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Review: ‘Never-Ending Man: Hayao Miyazaki’
AWN’s Miscweant looks at the fascinating new documentary that begs the question of whether or not the iconic animation director will ever make another film.
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Review: ‘Mary Poppins Returns’
AWN ‘s ‘Miscweant’ waxes nostalgic as he breaks down Disney’s return to the world of their 1964 classic, ‘Mary Poppins.’
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Finding Their ‘Calling’
Director Charles Zhang and writer/producer Jonathan Cui break new ground with a feature-length VR film.
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"ODD" VIETNAMESE ANIMATION COMES TO YOUTUBE
VinTaTa Animation Studio just released its first animated series, Monta in the Odd Galaxy
Review: ‘Ralph Breaks the Internet’
AWN’s “Miscweant” shares his take on brand names, Disney Princesses and a refreshing break from clichéd buddy movies.
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