Women In Animation

by Joanie Rich

Notice anything new on the site? We’re hoping you did! Over the past week, we’ve received a number of member blogs and posted the links in the new Blog Roll link list. But, just in case you haven’t noticed the Blog Roll link list on the sidebar to your right, and you’re wanting to know more about the new links, consider this post your handy guide!

The Blog Roll

• A Rigger’s Delight - Evelyn Cover
  - Her first post says it all, “dedicated to the Wonderful World of Rigging.” Evelyn is a 3D character rigger with a lot to say about the subject: from her own projects to the tips and gems she’s found in her fellow artists work.
• Chara Campanella
  -This writer/producer has a lot to show - including a new 2D feature which she is heavily involved in called “Time Piglets.” I highly suggest surfing to the feature’s website after you’ve checked out the rest of her site - her Bio page is a fun read too.
• Shannon Muir’s Take on the Animation World
  - Come here if you’re looking for an insightful look into the Industry with colorful anecdotes and reviews of the latest events going on in Hollywood. Watch for her new book on Writing & Producing Animation, which is coming out soon.
• Animated by Sharvonique - Sharvonique Fortune
  - Not only is she the artist behind our WIA Ad Banner, but she’s got a blog with lots of news, including the latest conferences. Be sure to read about her adventures at KidScreen Summit 2007, especially if you’re interested in pitching shows.
• Catherine’s Sketchbook - Catherine Saturn
  - Who doesn’t love swapping sketchbooks? Check out Catherine’s latest sketches - from character doodles and caricatures to figure drawing - there’s lots of eye candy here, including some fun photos which speak for themselves.
• Sarah’s Sketchbook - Sarah Saturn
  - Like Catherine - she’s a proud member of the WIA Chicago chapter and also features her personal sketches and designs in her blog. Check out her funny spider encounter and her awesome full color Angel/Demon designs for starters.
• Couldn’t be a Super Hero - So now I Animate! - Joanie Rich
  - Shameless plug alert! Yours truly is now on the Blog Roll as well. So who is Joanie, you ask? Well should click over and take a look. Fresh out of animation school, I’m eagerly awaiting my first job in the industry - so come join me in my journey.

Wanna get listed too? It’s easy! Just email me, Joanie, (joaniegecko@gmail.com) with your name and the URL of your blog (or regular website address if you don’t have a blog). I’m looking forward to hearing from the rest of you soon!