Celebrating the Art, Craft and Business of Animation https://www.awn.com/ en-US 15 Mon, 07 Jan 2019 19:51:12 -0800 Tue, 08 Jan 2019 09:40:22 -0800 https://www.awn.com/blog/art-triumphs-over-everything Cassidy Curtis, technical art lead at Google Spotlight Stories and one of the creative minds behind Oscar-shortlisted animated short film ‘Age of Sail,’ explains why the stylized look of Sony’s awards juggernaut, ‘Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse,’ should be a rallying cry for the animation industry. Guest Author https://www.awn.com/blog/art-triumphs-over-everything Mon, 07 Jan 2019 19:51:12 PST 10 Till 6 https://www.awn.com/blog/parakeets-who-knew-birdwatching-could-be-so-funny Two bickering birds and their hapless owner make an amusing dysfunctional ensemble in this new animated web series. Dan Sarto https://www.awn.com/blog/parakeets-who-knew-birdwatching-could-be-so-funny Wed, 27 Jun 2018 17:20:37 PDT 10 Till 6 https://www.awn.com/blog/cgge-contact-page CGGE overview, mission and contact information. Dan Sarto https://www.awn.com/blog/cgge-contact-page Fri, 09 Jun 2017 11:44:33 PDT 10 Till 6 https://www.awn.com/blog/secret-agent-00k9-take-part-original-animated-animal-universe-parody Join producer Brian Neil Hoff in bringing his cunning canine spy and Furrywood escapades to a screen near you. Dan Sarto https://www.awn.com/blog/secret-agent-00k9-take-part-original-animated-animal-universe-parody Wed, 24 May 2017 10:21:58 PDT 10 Till 6 https://www.awn.com/blog/summer-animation-program-helps-kids-learn-diversity-acceptance Ongoing series of short animated films created by kids is aimed at giving voices to those targeted by discrimination; crowdfunding effort for ‘From Homeless to Hopeful’ documentary short now underway. Jennifer Wolfe https://www.awn.com/blog/summer-animation-program-helps-kids-learn-diversity-acceptance Mon, 18 Jul 2016 13:23:13 PDT 10 Till 6 https://www.awn.com/blog/adoration-and-perseverance-louis-heinberg-s-day-dream Colgate sophomore’s ongoing passion for Bag Raiders’ ‘Shooting Stars’ culminates in charming first film, an animated music video, and spot at Animation Day in Cannes. Dan Sarto https://www.awn.com/blog/adoration-and-perseverance-louis-heinberg-s-day-dream Thu, 30 Jun 2016 18:51:50 PDT 10 Till 6 https://www.awn.com/blog/which-are-50-best-animated-films-21st-century-thus-far List of 50 best animated features of the 21st century include Hayao Miyazaki’s ‘Spirited Away,’ Sylvain Chomet’s ‘The Illusionist,’ Isao Takahata’s ‘The Tale of Princess Kaguya,’ and Brad Bird and Jan Pinkava’s ‘Ratatouille.’ Jennifer Wolfe https://www.awn.com/blog/which-are-50-best-animated-films-21st-century-thus-far Mon, 27 Jun 2016 17:52:54 PDT 10 Till 6 https://www.awn.com/blog/tom-and-jerry-blamed-mid-east-violence Head of Egyptian Information Service (SIS) points finger at video games, violent movies and our favorite Hanna-Barbera rascals. Dan Sarto https://www.awn.com/blog/tom-and-jerry-blamed-mid-east-violence Fri, 06 May 2016 17:42:47 PDT 10 Till 6 https://www.awn.com/blog/gender-politics-and-batman-v-superman Can’t we just dislike superhero films because of their mind-numbing VFX rather than their misogynistic misuse of metaphorical phalluses and vaginas? Dan Sarto https://www.awn.com/blog/gender-politics-and-batman-v-superman Thu, 24 Mar 2016 18:33:28 PDT 10 Till 6 https://www.awn.com/blog/simpsons-creator-matt-groening-sued-domestic-lawsuit TMZ reports that ‘Simpsons’ creator Matt Groening and his wife are being sued by a former nanny for their treatment of Hispanics. Jennifer Wolfe https://www.awn.com/blog/simpsons-creator-matt-groening-sued-domestic-lawsuit Wed, 01 Jul 2015 19:55:16 PDT 10 Till 6 https://www.awn.com/blog/creating-new-legacy-animation-show-shows The Animation Show of Shows -- dedicated to restoring, preserving and promoting exemplary animated short films with the world -- will be brought to the public for the first time with a new non-profit initiative. Jennifer Wolfe https://www.awn.com/blog/creating-new-legacy-animation-show-shows Thu, 11 Jun 2015 14:18:59 PDT 10 Till 6 https://www.awn.com/blog/animated-horror-film-boxhead-launches-kickstarter-campaign Some nightmares breathe…Randall Kaplan’s indie film delving into our deepest fears and darkest desires seeks backing for completion of animatic. Dan Sarto https://www.awn.com/blog/animated-horror-film-boxhead-launches-kickstarter-campaign Mon, 16 Mar 2015 18:19:21 PDT 10 Till 6 https://www.awn.com/blog/nuclear-energy-industry-simpsons-was-no-laughing-matter Daily Beast piece on co-creator Sam Simon’s passing reminds us how quickly the show’s irreverent humor became a cultural force to be reckoned with. Dan Sarto https://www.awn.com/blog/nuclear-energy-industry-simpsons-was-no-laughing-matter Fri, 13 Mar 2015 17:47:07 PDT 10 Till 6 https://www.awn.com/blog/watch-ty-coyle-s-baxter-scad-short-and-student-academy-award-nominee 40 student artists craft film about a raccoon, a candy shop and an impulse that just can’t be denied. Dan Sarto https://www.awn.com/blog/watch-ty-coyle-s-baxter-scad-short-and-student-academy-award-nominee Fri, 13 Mar 2015 15:44:03 PDT 10 Till 6 https://www.awn.com/blog/innovation-crush-amos-pizzey-inside-talenthouse Amos talks about Talenthouse, which showcases over 3.1 million creative artists, his difficult path to launch the site as well as his one-love philosophies on life and art. Dan Sarto https://www.awn.com/blog/innovation-crush-amos-pizzey-inside-talenthouse Thu, 12 Mar 2015 15:36:52 PDT 10 Till 6 https://www.awn.com/blog/innovation-crush-hugh-forrest-sxsw-austin-awesome Hugh describes the perseverance, support, and vision it has taken the festival to achieve such phenomenal success. Dan Sarto https://www.awn.com/blog/innovation-crush-hugh-forrest-sxsw-austin-awesome Thu, 05 Mar 2015 15:36:56 PST 10 Till 6 https://www.awn.com/blog/superhero-toys-you-ve-never-seen-them Cleverly posed action figures acting just a bit naughty make for some hearty good laughter.    Dan Sarto https://www.awn.com/blog/superhero-toys-you-ve-never-seen-them Fri, 27 Feb 2015 15:53:25 PST 10 Till 6 https://www.awn.com/blog/innovation-crush-joel-zwick-steve-sunshine-talk-storytelling Entertainment legends discuss undying principles of storytelling, building relationships, and how audiences have changed.  Jennifer Wolfe https://www.awn.com/blog/innovation-crush-joel-zwick-steve-sunshine-talk-storytelling Thu, 26 Feb 2015 13:30:25 PST 10 Till 6 https://www.awn.com/blog/innovation-crush-explores-tech-marketing-and-entertainment Podcast examines the idea that “content is King” with a roundtable discussion with Talk NYC founder Derek Smith, Disney Online Originals VP Margie Gilmore and Defy Media’s Andy Tu. Jennifer Wolfe https://www.awn.com/blog/innovation-crush-explores-tech-marketing-and-entertainment Mon, 26 Jan 2015 13:19:55 PST 10 Till 6 https://www.awn.com/blog/311-friday-video-fun-lego-batman-vs-superman BrickNerd Studios’ funny new stop-motion short begs us to consider the reason behind this superhero conflict. Dan Sarto https://www.awn.com/blog/311-friday-video-fun-lego-batman-vs-superman Fri, 19 Dec 2014 16:59:32 PST 10 Till 6 https://www.awn.com/blog/digital-tutors-mysterious-meteor-video-now-free-workshop Adobe After Effects techniques from viral video appearing on Reddit, local news and national weather outlets unveiled in multi-step tutorial. Jennifer Wolfe https://www.awn.com/blog/digital-tutors-mysterious-meteor-video-now-free-workshop Thu, 11 Dec 2014 14:07:09 PST 10 Till 6 https://www.awn.com/blog/tribute-my-good-friend-larry-lauria One month after his passing, I’m finally ready to acknowledge he’s gone. Dan Sarto https://www.awn.com/blog/tribute-my-good-friend-larry-lauria Wed, 03 Dec 2014 15:41:26 PST 10 Till 6 https://www.awn.com/blog/chapman-university-showcases-xsens-motion-capture-solutions-ctn-2014 Chapman University’s Dodge College of Film and Media Arts showcases the new Xsens MVN motion capture system live on the show floor at CTN 2014. Jennifer Wolfe https://www.awn.com/blog/chapman-university-showcases-xsens-motion-capture-solutions-ctn-2014 Mon, 01 Dec 2014 19:58:42 PST 10 Till 6 https://www.awn.com/blog/updated-john-textor-receives-threats-over-michael-jackson-hologram Former Digital Domain CEO John Textor is granted a protective order against HologramUSA head Alki David. Jennifer Wolfe https://www.awn.com/blog/updated-john-textor-receives-threats-over-michael-jackson-hologram Mon, 15 Sep 2014 19:43:10 PDT 10 Till 6 https://www.awn.com/blog/nsfw-naked-pics-disney-princes-just-what-weenie-d Our pop culture fascination with all things Disney shifts momentarily from cataloguing hidden phallic film images to visualizing Disney princes in their birthday suits. Dan Sarto https://www.awn.com/blog/nsfw-naked-pics-disney-princes-just-what-weenie-d Thu, 21 Aug 2014 14:47:30 PDT 10 Till 6 https://www.awn.com/blog/drunkmode-mobile-app-launches-comic-con-edition Worried that your best friend might turn out to be a Brony? There’s an app for that. Guest https://www.awn.com/blog/drunkmode-mobile-app-launches-comic-con-edition Fri, 25 Jul 2014 16:10:18 PDT 10 Till 6 https://www.awn.com/blog/watch-new-horror-trailer-disney-s-frozen From the guy who asked “What if Star Wars was a Tarantino film?” comes a new twist on Disney’s blockbuster animated musical: “If Frozen was a Horror Movie.” Jennifer Wolfe https://www.awn.com/blog/watch-new-horror-trailer-disney-s-frozen Tue, 13 May 2014 15:13:54 PDT 10 Till 6 https://www.awn.com/animationworld/was-gayest-cartoon-tournament-2014-rigged Did LogoTV’s recent contest stack the deck against some obvious top contenders? Dan Sarto https://www.awn.com/animationworld/was-gayest-cartoon-tournament-2014-rigged Thu, 10 Apr 2014 18:16:33 PDT 10 Till 6 https://www.awn.com/blog/exclusive-robot-chicken-season-7-premiere-clip Snakes and balls in a plane...beware! Dan Sarto https://www.awn.com/blog/exclusive-robot-chicken-season-7-premiere-clip Thu, 10 Apr 2014 14:58:54 PDT 10 Till 6 https://www.awn.com/animationworld/hope-springs-eternal-robot-chicken-dc-comics-special-ii-has-arrived Our favorite purveyors of stop-motion mayhem are back with another season of bloody good fun. Dan Sarto https://www.awn.com/animationworld/hope-springs-eternal-robot-chicken-dc-comics-special-ii-has-arrived Fri, 04 Apr 2014 16:36:43 PDT 10 Till 6