Animation Mentor Student Showcase 2024 – Coming Soon!

Presenting the 2024 Animation Mentor Student Showcase, featuring work from our 3D character animation students.

How a Pixar Animator Uses 2D Animation

Pixar Character Animator Youri Dekker shares the 2D techniques he uses to animate beloved Pixar characters from films like Inside Out 2, Coco, Soul, Luca, and Lightyear.

From Animation Mentor Student to Pixar Animator: Kristina Sepulveda’s Story

Animator Kristina Sepulveda talks about her path from Animation Mentor to working on major Pixar films like Inside Out 2 and Elemental. She also shares insights into the life of a Fix Animator and advice for current animation students.

Unlocking Unreal Engine: An Animation Introduction

Learn how to start animating directly within Unreal Engine, utilizing real-time tools to create high-quality animations for both games and films.

From Scientist to Pixar Animator: Alum Brandon Kern Shares Story

In this Q&A, Brandon shares his experiences at Pixar, discusses the challenges and rewards of animating iconic characters, and offers valuable advice for aspiring animators.

How a Pixar Animator Uses 2D Animation

Pixar Character Animator Youri Dekker shares the 2D techniques he uses to animate beloved Pixar characters from films like Inside Out 2, Coco, Soul, Luca, and Lightyear.

From Animation Mentor Student to Pixar Animator: Kristina Sepulveda’s Story

Animator Kristina Sepulveda talks about her path from Animation Mentor to working on major Pixar films like Inside Out 2 and Elemental. She also shares insights into the life of a Fix Animator and advice for current animation students.

Unlocking Unreal Engine: An Animation Introduction

Learn how to start animating directly within Unreal Engine, utilizing real-time tools to create high-quality animations for both games and films.

From Scientist to Pixar Animator: Alum Brandon Kern Shares Story

In this Q&A, Brandon shares his experiences at Pixar, discusses the challenges and rewards of animating iconic characters, and offers valuable advice for aspiring animators.

Behind the Scenes with House of the Dragon Lead Animator Fonzo Romano

We’re excited to chat with Fonzo Romano, an Animation Mentor alumnus whose journey has taken him from creating comic strips in Lisbon to Lead Animator at Pixomondo, most recently working on the second season of House of the Dragon. Fonzo’s career is a testament to his passion for storytelling and animation.