by Ben Fischler | May 29, 2013 | VFX
To commemorate the launch of VFX Fundamentals, the Animation Mentor crew has interviewed studios big and small to learn of their impact in the visual effects world. You can read about their work in our new VFX Are Everywhere blog series. From the big screen,...
by Animation Mentor | May 24, 2013 | Animation Mentor News
There’s a place where character animators, creature animators, lighters, compositors, artists, and filmmakers can check for all the latest — the Animation Mentor newsletter. Since 2005, the Animation Mentor newsletter has been a great resource for students like...
by Animation Mentor | May 22, 2013 | Animation Mentor News
Our CEO, Bobby Beck, recently introduced us to two new members of the character tribe: Stan and Stella. Bobby returns today to introduce us to the loyal pooch, Sloan — and discusses a student shot that showcases Sloan at his adorable best. And remember: Stan, Stella,...
by Matt Estes | May 22, 2013 | Animation Tips and Tricks
Matt Estes is no stranger to the Animation Mentor Blog (or Animation Mentor, for that matter). He is an alumnus and our Software and Technical Support Coordinator — with a previous stop at Hive-FX in Portland, Oregon where he was the Lead Animator for the show Grimm....
by Bobby Beck | May 21, 2013 | Continual Learning, VFX
I was talking to a guy from Tippett Studio the other day that I used to work with about the “old days.” The first feature film I worked on was a VFX film called, “Virus” at Tippett Studio in 1997. The first shot I ever worked on was what I called “the foot shot.”...
by Nayoun Charoenchai | May 17, 2013 | Continual Learning, Jobs and Internships
You may remember Animation Mentor alumnus Nayoun Charoenchai from last year’s journey to graduation video. Even back then, you could sense the excitement in her voice … but to say that graduation was only the beginning to her crazy year would be a major...
by Animation Mentor | May 16, 2013 | Animation Mentor News
Just last week, our CEO, Bobby Beck, introduced us to a new member of the character tribe: Stan. We continue the chat with today’s character introduction of Stella. Bobby also selected a student animation that showcases Stella and her unique characteristics. Stan and...
by Animation Mentor | May 16, 2013 | Animation Events
Allow us to introduce Rich Moore. He is an Emmy Award-winning director for his work on The Simpsons and Futurama and an Annie Award-winning director for Futurama. His recent accolades include an Annie Award for Directing in an Animated Feature Production and an...
by Chris Morris | May 14, 2013 | Animation Tips and Tricks, VFX Tips
Chris Morris completed our classic Character Animation Program and then jumped into the Lighting Your Shot workshop. He returns to campus today to share the five things he learned from the workshop. Thank you, Chris. — The Animation Mentor Crew It may be animation...
by Animation Mentor | May 13, 2013 | Animation Mentor, VFX
You take your visual effects future very seriously. That’s why you continually seek the best opportunities for your education — and that’s why you’re jumping at the chance to join our first CG Basics class in the Summer 2013 term. Enjoy Exclusive Benefits Remember:...
by Thomas Grummt | May 10, 2013 | Animation Tips and Tricks, Continual Learning, Jobs and Internships
SPOILER ALERT. SPOILER ALERT. SPOILER ALERT. We love for you to read about Animation Mentor alumni — starting with Thomas Grummt — who just completed work on The Croods. But fair warning, Thomas does spoil the movie. Look away if you have to; but read it because you...
by Animation Mentor | May 8, 2013 | VFX
Spend your Friday with VFX Curriculum Director Ben Fischler and CG Basics mentor Scott Liedtka. Ask them questions about VFX Fundamentals, ask them what you learn in class, ask them anything you like about the VFX world — and they’ll share a bit about their industry...
by Animation Mentor | May 7, 2013 | Animation, Animation Mentor News
We sat down with Bobby Beck, our CEO, today to learn a little bit more about a new member of the character tribe: Stan. Bobby also shared a great student shot that presents Stan in all of his massive glory. Enjoy the read (including the student’s reaction). And...
by Animation Mentor | May 6, 2013 | Animation Mentor News
Our friends from Focal Press have given us four copies from their How to Cheat in Maya series to give away to you. They have also shared a chapter for you to immediately download. Read Now Simply complete the form to access a free chapter from the Maya series. Here’s...
by Animation Mentor | May 3, 2013 | VFX
Our Lighting Your Shot workshop mentor, Eli Rod, takes a moment to share his visual effects journey (and it’s quite the journey). Now it’s time to start yours. Learn from industry professionals like Eli and apply today to VFX Fundamentals. — The Animation Mentor Crew...
by Animation Mentor | May 2, 2013 | Jobs and Internships
Nic Cabana is an Animation Mentor graduate and the latest in a long line of alumni currently working at Sony Pictures Imageworks. Nic took a moment from his busy schedule to share his animation journey with the entire Animation Mentor community. Thanks for sharing the...
