22
02
2011
Join us opening night as we celebrate women in animation with a group gallery show! Featuring over 20 artists including members and female professionals in the industry, the show is sure to inspire visitors with its wide variety of artwork. The exhibit includes photography, paintings, sketches, collage and sculpture from artists in every area of our industry including stop motion, production, story, motion graphics, color styling, character design, independent filmmaking and children’s book illustration.
WIA/LA Gallery Show runs from March 4th-25th
Location: Gallery 839 @ the Animation Guild
1105 North Hollywood Way, Burbank, CA
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18
01
2011
“WOMEN IN ANIMATION” - WIA Gallery Group Show at Gallery 839
Scheduled to run from March 4th - March 25th, 2011
Opening Reception: March 4th, 6-10 PM
Women in Animation-Hollywood Chapter is looking for original work for our very first gallery show! We want to showcase the amazing talent in our industry by exhibiting YOUR personal work. The theme is open; art can include paintings, drawings, photography, sculpture, or crafts. The unifying element is that the artwork must be created by either female professionals in the animation industry OR current WIA members.
Artists are encouraged to submit up to 3 pieces.
Send jpegs, bio, and website info to jesskhendron@gmail.com by February 1st to be included on the postcard. Artwork MUST be in by February 25th.
WIA Show Contact: Jessica Kreig Hendron
jesskhendron@gmail.com
http://womeninanimation.org/
Gallery 839 @ The Animation Guild
1105 N. Hollywood Way
Burbank, CA 91505
845‑7500
http://animationguild.org/
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23
09
2010
It’s Pitch Night time again for the Hollywood Chapter and we’ve lined up another superb guest artist this month– Mike Disa! Mike’s directed a number of animated short and feature-length films, and is currently working at Starz Media as a Director on a new feature titled “Deadspace: Aftermath”. He’ll help us with critiques, show us some awesome work and talk about the biz. You don’t want to miss this!
Mark your calendars for:
Thursday, September 30th, 2010
7:00 - 10:00 PM
The Animation Guild
1105 N. Hollywood Way
Burbank, CA 91505
We will meet at the Animation Guild in their upstairs auditorium. Street parking ONLY- there’s plenty of space!
****Please note:*******
Sign up with me at jesskreig@gmail.com to reserve a spot for pitching OR for the audience.
As always this event is FREE for WIA members, and $5 for non-members. See you there!
If you’re on Facebook, check out WIA’s Pitch Night Fan Page. Become a fan! Tell your friends!
~Jessica Kreig Hendron
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19
06
2010
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On June 17, our busy Los Angeles chapter hosted “Character Design: An Argument”: a panel discussion featuring stellar character designers Bonita Versh (”Santa Bugito”), Stephen Silver (”Kim Possible”), Bob Singer (the original “Jonny Quest”) and Bill Schwab ( “Princess & The Frog”). Moderated by LA Chapter President Linda Miller (”All Dogs Go To Heaven”), this lively confab offered valuable tips and inspiring anecdotes for newcomers and pros alike. When asked how he approaches the challenge of design, Silver explained that he constantly observes people and sees them more in terms of “unique shapes.” Schwab explained that one of the biggest challenges in character design is making sure the audience “connects with the eyes. If you can get inside who a character really is, then people will fall in love with it.” All panelists touted the importance of mastering turn-arounds. “If you can’t do a turnaround,” said Silvers, “You’re not going to get hired, even if you’re designing for CG. Those designs still start with drawings.” Singer added, “I always draw in three-quarter view to start out with, because it gives your drawing volume. And, I always want to make sure my drawing has an interesting silhouette.” Versh explained that artists should remember that all design is an evolution. “If you’re working on a commercial campaign, that character is going to evolve and change as new directors make modifications to please their clients.” All panelists agreed, that no matter how glamourous a character design job may sound, it is still about serving the needs of the company that hires you. Silvers suggested that creating your own designs, (i.e. brands) to license and merchandise, is the only real way out of the work-for-hire loop. After a festive hour and a half, the panel ended abruptly as the fire alarms in the Animation Guild sounded. Attendees and panelists alike, moved out into the parking lot and the crisp night air, enjoying further conversation as the stellar Burbank Fire department, arrived to turn off the false alarm. Thanks from all to the Animation Guild for a very memorable evening! - Rita Street
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6
06
2010
Our next workshop will be held on Thursday, June 10th! Mark your calendars and prep your pitches!
Thursday, June 10th, 2010
7:00 - 10:00 PM
The Animation Guild
1105 N. Hollywood Way
Burbank, CA 91505
We will meet at the Animation Guild in their upstairs auditorium. Street parking ONLY- there’s plenty of space!
Sign up with me at jesskreig@gmail.com to reserve a spot for pitching OR for the audience.
****Please note:*******
-If you are pitching Character Designs: RSVP a spot, and let me know what you plan on bringing.
-If you are pitching Storyboards/Show Concepts: RSVP and provide me with an estimate on how long your pitch will be.
As always this event is FREE for WIA members, and 5 dollars for non-members. See you there!
If you’re on Facebook, I have put together a WIA’s Pitch Night Fan Page. Become a fan! Tell your friends!
~Jessica K. Hendron
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