by Elliott Roberts | Jul 26, 2018 | Animation Mentor, Animation Tips and Tricks, Jobs and Internships
When you’re in school, it’s good to step back every once in awhile and think realistically about what life will be like after you graduate. There’s a chance you won’t land that dream job immediately after you finish school—but don’t...
by Carlos Baena | Jul 25, 2018 | Animation, Animation Tips and Tricks, Demo Reel Advice, Jobs and Internships
Image from Francisco Ucke’s 2018 Student Showcase Shot! At Animation Mentor, we know demo reels are the most important asset you have when looking for your dream animation job! In fact, we dedicate an entire class to teaching our students how to build...
by Animation Mentor | Jul 18, 2018 | Animation, Animation Mentor, Animation Tips and Tricks, Continual Learning, Jobs and Internships
You probably know by now that animal and creature animation are 100% essential for your demo reel if you’re hoping to get hired as an animator. To help get you started on improving that demo reel, here’s a round-up of some of our best articles written by top dogs in...
by Justin Owens | Jul 18, 2018 | Animation Mentor, Continual Learning
A common misconception is that to become a successful artist, one must already possess artistic skills. I believe that this couldn’t be further from the truth. If you have the drive, dedication, and passion to become a painter, it’s something you can achieve. A common...
by Dana Boadway-Masson | Jul 11, 2018 | Animation, Animation Mentor, Animation Tips and Tricks, Continual Learning
When you think of showing emotion in animation, what’s the first thing that pops into your head. The face? The eyes? Those are definitely important—but shoulders are actually just as important and useful for animators trying to show emotion! Here are some...
