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Ep. 035: Eivind Andvig – 3D Animator for Red Thread Games

By Angela Entzminger December 14, 2016 December 14, 2016 3D Animation, animation, Animation Interview, Animator, Game Industry, Gaming, Video Games

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Growing up in Norway Eivind Andvig and his friends created super 8 films, played video games, watched movies and enjoyed being kids in the 90s. His passion for storytelling led him to studying illustration in England and eventually studying in the United States to learn how to become a 3D animator. Now he works as a professional animator for independent video game studio Red Thread Games. Join us today as we discuss his amazing journey from fan to professional!

And special event this week: The Star Wars Pilots Show at Pop Secret Gallery! Check it out: http://bit.ly/2hvZKtD

Eivind Andvig’s Websites

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@eivind_andvig

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http://eivind-the-animator.blogspot.com/

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Ep. 034: Scotland Barnes – Storyboard Artist for Disney TV Animation and Former Academy of Art University Instructor – Part II

By Angela Entzminger December 7, 2016 December 7, 2016 Storyboard Artist, Storyboarding, Storyboards

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In part two of my interview with Scotland Barnes we discuss what it was like working at various retail jobs to make ends meet, having an all or nothing mentality, how he found his freelance jobs, teaching at the university level, working at Disney and more!

Scotland Barnes’ Websites

Blog: http://scotlandbarnes.blogspot.com/

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Ep. 030: Eliot Min – Cofounder of Indie Game Cerebrawl

By Angela Entzminger September 25, 2016 September 25, 2016 2D Animation, animation, Animator, Character Design, Concept Art, Concept Artist, Disney, Disney Interactive, Game design, Game Industry, Gaming, Video Games

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Eliot Min went from being a concept art at a video game studios like Harmonix, 38 Studios and Disney Interactive to forming a team and creating the epic 2D fighting game Cerebrawl. In today’s interview Eliot shares his journey from going to art school to being a game tester and eventually raising the funds needed to quit his day job and embark on his fantastic new journey. For anyone who loves games and dreams of choosing your own adventure, this interview is for you!

Eliot Min’s Portfolio Sites

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http://NIWindustries.com

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http://niw.deviantart.com niwindustries.com

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http://niwindustries.tumblr.com

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@niwindustries

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@niwindustries

Cerebrawl’s Sites

Website
http://www.cerebrawl.in/

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https://www.twitch.tv/cerebrawlin

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@cerebrawlin

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Ep. 029: Michael Yates – Story Artist for Pixar Animation Studios

By Angela Entzminger September 14, 2016 September 14, 2016 animation, Animator, Disney, Disney Animation, DreamWorks, Pixar, Pixar Animation Studios, Storyboard Artist, Storyboarding, Storyboards, Walt Disney Animation, Walt Disney Feature Animation

If you love storyboarding, you’ll love today’s interview with Pixar Story Artist Michael Yates! Michael worked as a Story Trainee at both Disney Feature Animation and DreamWorks Animation, as well as working as a Story Intern at Pixar, before taking a full-time job as a Story Artist on Cars 3 at Pixar. In today’s interview Michael discusses the importance of working on personal projects, learning as much as you can in and outside of school, and developing a thick skin in order to improve your storytelling chops. And check out his amazing student film, The Legend of the Flying Tomato!

Michael Yates’ Websites

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yatesart.tumblr.com/

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@yyates05

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@yyates05

The Legend of the Flying Tomato
https://vimeo.com/90549174

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Continuing Education

I am taking courses at two online schools — check them out:

The Oatley Academy – The Storyteller’s Summit

Schoolism – Alex Woo’s Gesture Drawing Course

Awesome find of the week: The Gnomon School

Check out their live stream, Bringing “Stranger Things” to Life: An Evening with Aaron Sims Creative, and see how the Burbank, CA studio created the terrifying Demogorgon!
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Ep. 025: Steve Ahn – Director for DreamWorks Animation TV for Voltron: Legendary Defender

By Angela Entzminger August 16, 2016 May 13, 2017 2D Animation, 2D Animator, animation, Animation Interview, Animator, DreamWorks, DreamWorks TV Animation, Steve Ahn, Storyboard Artist, Storyboarding, Storyboards, Voltron

Voltron. Korra. TMNT. Generator Rex. These are just some of the amazing shows that director and storyboard artist Steve Ahn counts as highlights in his illustrious 10 year career. In our interview Steve shares his experiences growing up in various regions in South Korea, emigrating to the U.S., and being accepted into CalArts. Along the way Steve used his artistic skills to express what he felt he could not express in words as he navigated through the field of animation to become a director on Voltron: Legendary Defender. His tale is an inspiring and uplifting story for anyone with a dream and a desire to create amazing worlds and share the joy of storytelling with others.

Steve Ahn’s Websites

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https://www.facebook.com/artofsteveahn

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@steveahn82

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http://steveahn.tumblr.com/

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@artofsteveahn

Action Adventure Cinematic Online Storyboard Workshop
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Replay Vol. 2 Sketchbook
https://gumroad.com/l/replayvol2

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Ep. 024: Todd Favela – Character Designer for Puny Entertainment – Part II

By Angela Entzminger August 9, 2016 August 9, 2016 2D Animation, 2D Animator, animation, Animation Interview

In part two of this week’s episode Todd discusses what he would tell his younger self, the art of pitching your own series to various networks, the importance of taking time off from work, how to get hired for freelance jobs (and not work for free) and even how to build your own spa! And we talk about working at Puny Entertainment on their new show premiering next year on Amazon, Danger & Eggs. It’s a fun conclusion to our two part interview that you won’t want to miss!

Todd’s Websites

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http://www.toddfavela.com/

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@toddfavela

Tumblr
http://tawd.tumblr.com/

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@Letsdrawwith

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Ep. 023: Todd Favela – Character Designer for Puny Entertainment – Part I

By Angela Entzminger August 4, 2016 August 4, 2016 2D Animation, animation, Animation Interview, Character Design, Danger & Eggs, Puny, Titmouse

This week Todd and I enjoyed an excellent and fun conversation about his journey from student to professional at studios like Titmouse and now at Puny Entertainment where he works as a character designer on the new Amazon series Danger & Eggs.

This is an exciting time for Todd — at the time of the recording he worked as a Clean-up Design Artist for Puny, and right before the release of the episode he was promoted to Character Designer, so way to go Todd!

In Part 1 of our interview Todd discusses growing up as a Disney kid in the O.C., attending Cal State Fullerton, and landing an internship which led to his first full-time gig. It’s packed with heart and laughs and Disney tangents so prepared to be inspired!

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http://www.toddfavela.com/

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Ep. 022: Tim Larson – Lead Animator for Concept Art House

By Angela Entzminger July 19, 2016 July 19, 2016 2D Animation, 2D Animator, animation, Animation Interview, Animator, Concept Art House

Tim is an amazing and hardworking guy who I first met as a student at Academy of Art University. He originally dreamed of being a fine artist and graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with a BFA in Illustration/Graphic Design. After working as a freelance artist and graphic designer he decided to switch careers to become a 2D animator. Now he works as a lead animator at Concept Art House, a mobile game studio in San Francisco, CA. He’s also illustrating a children’s book in his spare time that he and the author are hoping to shop around to find a publisher, or publish themselves. I know all of you will enjoy hearing what he has to say and will be inspired by his words of wisdom!

Tim Larson’s Websites

Portfolio
http://timothyglarson.blogspot.com/

Comics and Sketches
http://timgrandlarsony.blogspot.com/

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/timothy-larson-28684028

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Ep. 021: Erin McGarry – Mobile Game Visual Development and Storyboard Artist – ClassDojo

By Angela Entzminger July 13, 2016 July 13, 2016 2D Animation, animation, Game design, Mobile Games, Storyboard Artist, Storyboarding, Storyboards

Episode 21 features the amazing and awesome Erin McGarry! Erin works as a visual development and storyboard artist at a mobile game start-up in San Francisco called ClassDojo. Before launching her career in the mobile gaming industry she attended Princeton and majored in fine art. Later on she discovered that she loved mobile games and began pursuing her dream of working in the gaming industry. Her story reflects the importance of working hard, being organized and getting feedback along the way.

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www.erinmcgarry.com

ClassDojo
http://bit.ly/29RsdF0

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