
Pure Animation
Steps to Creation with 56 Cutting-edge Animators
Merrell Publishers Ltd
Published on 19. September 2007
Book
Paperback/Softback
176 pages
978-1-85894-365-7 (ISBN)
Description
Animation is one of the most popular forms of visual media used by today's filmmakers, web designers and advertisers. This fabulously designed book showcases innovative, cutting-edge creations by 56 established and emerging animators from around the world. Stunning examples of work by each artist or studio are provided, along with notes on the development process and a profile of the artist or studio, including career highlights and credits. Also featured are details of the techniques and technology employed, including software, as well as contact information and the website of each animator. This work features an exciting, lavish round-up of remarkable and innovative creations by 56 animators from around the world, among them Digital Kitchen, Studio AKA, Sylvain Chomet, Foreign Office, Blind and Freestyle Collective. It provides insider information, including creative processes and technical details for each work. It is a valuable resource for amateur and professional animators, teachers, students and anyone interested in new directions in visual art and pop culture.
Reviews / Votes
A stunning look at today's most innovative creations and the talents behind them ... The definitive insider's guide - TEN 4 MAGAZINEMore details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Target group
Professional and scholarly
College/higher education
Product notice
With flaps
Illustrations
1500 colour screen grabs
Dimensions
Height: 229 mm
Width: 254 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-85894-365-7 (9781858943657)
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Persons
Spencer Drate and Judith Salavetz are creative directors and authors whose books include Swag: Rock Posters of the 90s and Extreme Motorcycle Art (Merrell, 2005). J.J. Sedelmaier is President of J.J. Sedelmaier Productions, a leading design and animation studio known for its 7UP and Volkswagen commercials, MTV's cartoon series Beavis and Butthead, and shorts for Saturday Night Live.