The Animation Mentor crew always wants you to get a head start on your animation learning — and here’s your chance to win an early release of Animation by Andrew Selby.

We are excited to join forces with Laurence King Publishing — a leading publisher of books on the creative arts and friend of Animation Mentor — to bring you this latest-not-even-available book. Mr. Selby is an award-winning illustrator and Programme Leader for the Visual Communication disciplines at Loughborough University in England. His latest work, Animation, provides a great animation resource for students.

Win an Early Release … and Enjoy a Special Discount
For a chance to win an early release of Animation, simply comment below with why you want to be an animator by Friday, May 3. We’ll select the best answer and notify the winner by email.

In addition, Laurence King Publishing has kindly offered Animation Mentor students a special 35% discount on their complete catalog. Simply register for a Student Account at checkout.

Apply Early, Too
Since you want to get a head start on your animation learning, be sure to apply early to Animation Basics. This course begins your journey to learning the foundations of animation.

By applying early, you help ensure your choice of class times — along with your choice of industry professional mentors from top studios such as Pixar Animation Studios, DreamWorks Animation, Weta Digital, Industrial Light & Magic, and more. Hurry: The application period for the Summer 2013 term closes on Friday, May 10.

Good luck and see you in the Studio School.

— The Animation Mentor Crew

UPDATE: The contest is now closed. Thank you for all your great submissions, we will contact the winner directly.