Producing Animation

Author : Catherine Winder
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
ISBN 13 : 1136132619
Total Pages : 328 pages
Book Rating : 4.12/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Producing Animation written by Catherine Winder and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2013-02-11 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Drawing heavily from the authors' twenty years of combined experience, Producing Animation offers a clear overview of this exciting industry and a comprehensive guide to the process of developing a project from conception to final delivery. Written from the perspective of a producer, this book offers the foundation of how a project is created in addition to describing the role of the producer at each phase. Answers are provided to many of the most commonly asked questions about animation ranging from how to enter the business to the average cost and schedule for a prime-time animated series. Producing Animation has the first-of-its-kind comprehensive chart of accounts for animation, named the Animation Budget Builder, which can be individually tailored for each project. Visit www.MovieMagicProducer.com for more details. Students, aspiring producers, investors, television and studio executives, artists, film line producers wishing to branch into animation, and legal advisors will find this an invaluable tool. The chapters specifically geared to the pre-production, production and postproduction processes offer animation producers a wealth of practical advice. Numerous illustrations outline the different steps of production. Forms the authors have devised to help streamline the process are also included. Observations from a wide range of industry professionals such as; studio heads, creators, directors, producers, writers and members of the production crew, give the reader insight into what it takes to be successful in this business. The authors' personal anecdotes at key process checkpoints relay firsthand experience, illustrating some of the pitfalls a producer must learn to circumvent. Detailed information on preparing a thorough production plan including the budget, schedule, and crew plan can also be found in this book.

Author : Hannes Rall
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 1351701940
Total Pages : 564 pages
Book Rating : 4.45/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Animation written by Hannes Rall and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2017-12-06 with total page 564 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book explains the creation of animation from concept to production. Instead of focusing on singular aspects of animation production, talented animators can learn to make better films by understanding the process as a whole. Veteran independent filmmaker Hannes Rall teaches you how to develop an animation project from the very start of conceptual exploration though to completed production. Subjects like script, storyboarding, character and production design illuminate the pre-production process; later chapters explain the production process applied to different animation techniques like 2D animation, 3D computer animation and stop motion. This book is just the right mix of practical advice, lavish illustrations, and industry case studies to give you everything you need to start creating animation today. Key Features Learn the concepts of film animation production from an expert instructor Interviews with legends Andreas Deja, Hans Bacher and Volker Engel Robust coverage of the pre-production process, from script to storyboarding and visual development Includes a glossary and further reading recommendations

Author : Hans Bacher
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
ISBN 13 : 1136139575
Total Pages : 220 pages
Book Rating : 4.74/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Dream Worlds: Production Design for Animation written by Hans Bacher and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2012-11-12 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A truly unique visual delight offering insight into the development of animation classics like Bambi, Beauty and the Beast, The Lion King, Lilo and Stitch as well as a tantalizing examination of unfinished Disney projects.

Author : Robert B. Musburger, PhD
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 1351270362
Total Pages : 150 pages
Book Rating : 4.66/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Animation Production written by Robert B. Musburger, PhD and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2017-08-02 with total page 150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This text follows the animation production by concentrating on the documentation necessary to accurately and professionally organize each step of the process. Examples of each piece of paperwork needed to complete the project will be shown. Many newcomers to the field are not experienced in the basic processes to organize their project in an orderly manner. The result is a chaotic, inefficient, and incomplete product. Readers are presented with a step-by-step guide to organizing the process by following professional standards in creating needed and useful documentation for all animators, whether creating in cells, stop-motion, experimental, or computer graphic productions.

Author : David Pagano
Publisher : No Starch Press
ISBN 13 : 159327789X
Total Pages : 216 pages
Book Rating : 4.95/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The LEGO Animation Book written by David Pagano and published by No Starch Press. This book was released on 2016-10-16 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Have you ever wondered what your LEGO creations would look like on the big screen? The LEGO Animation Book will show you how to bring your models to life with stop-motion animation—no experience required! Follow step-by-step instructions to make your first animation, and then explore the entire filmmaking process, from storyboards to post-production. Along the way, you’ll learn how to: –Create special effects like explosions and flying minifigures –Convey action and emotion with your minifigure actors –Design sets for animation—make three buildings look like an entire city! –Light, frame, and capture consistent photos –Add detail and scope to your films by building in different scales –Build camera dollies and rigs out of LEGO bricks –Choose cameras, software, and other essential animation tools Dive into the world of animation and discover a whole new way to play! For ages 10+

Author : Catherine Winder
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
ISBN 13 : 1136136053
Total Pages : 360 pages
Book Rating : 4.54/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Producing Animation written by Catherine Winder and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2012-11-12 with total page 360 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You have a useful library of books covering the tools, techniques and aesthetics of animation, but you've been asked to put your production and creative skills to the test to produce a theatrical feature film or to deliver 52 episodes of a television series with only 18 months in the schedule. Producing Animation is your answer. Written by Catherine Winder and Zahra Dowlatabadi and edited by Tracey Miller-Zarneke, Producing Animation is a comprehensive guide to the production industry. Already a relied upon resource by professionals and students alike, this book covers the process from script to screen while defining the role of the producer at each phase. The second edition features new content such as sidebars on key topics from industry experts, discussions on CG, 2D and stereoscopic production processes, and an overview on marketing and distributing your project. The companion website provides access to sample tables, templates and workflow outlines for CG and 2D animation production.

Author : Laura Bellmont
Publisher : Lab for Kids
ISBN 13 : 1631591185
Total Pages : 147 pages
Book Rating : 4.81/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Animation Lab for Kids written by Laura Bellmont and published by Lab for Kids. This book was released on 2016-10 with total page 147 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With this interactive book, kids will learn all kinds of animation techniques through exciting, hands-on projects. No previous experience required!

Author : Morr Meroz
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781737879305
Total Pages : 212 pages
Book Rating : 4.01/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Animation for Beginners written by Morr Meroz and published by . This book was released on 2021-10-05 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A new edition of Bloop Animation's popular animation guidebook packed with the latest recommendations and insights on how to turn your artistic passion into a professional film career! If you are an aspiring animator considering a career in film production or are curious about what it takes to make animated shorts, this is the book for you! Animation for Beginners is a comprehensive and modern introduction to the art and business of 3D animation from Bloop Animation founder, filmmaker, graphic novel author, and teacher Morr Meroz. With this guide, Meroz reveals a behind-the-scenes view of the pre-production, production, and post-production process along with an introduction to the skills you need and the different types of animation across the film industry. Along with these basics, you will learn: The 12 Principles of Animation The 8 Genres of Animated Shorts Writing an Animated Feature Film Career Paths for Animators and Tips on Starting a Career in Animation As a graduate of the School of Visual Arts and an animation professional, Meroz demystifies the business side of filmmaking with real-world advice for creating a compelling demo reel and portfolio site, hunting for a first job, and considering the pros and cons of freelancing versus working full-time. This is a perfect gift for illustrators, graphic designers, film students, and film industry professionals interested in how to "make it" as animators.

Author : Liz Blazer
Publisher : Peachpit Press
ISBN 13 : 0134133773
Total Pages : 225 pages
Book Rating : 4.75/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Animated Storytelling written by Liz Blazer and published by Peachpit Press. This book was released on 2015-11-16 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Animation is a limitless medium for telling stories. Artists can create worlds, defy gravity, flip from factual to fantasy, and transport audiences to places they never imagined. The challenge is having the discipline to reel it in and be intentional about your storytelling choices. This book shows you how. In Animated Storytelling, you’ll learn how to create memorable stories using animation and motion graphics by following 10 simple guidelines that take you through the stages of concept development, pre-production, storyboarding, and design. Award-winning animator Liz Blazer uses clear examples and easy-to-follow exercises to provide you with the instruction, encouragement, and tools you need to get your designs moving. Whether your goal is to create exciting shorts for film festivals, effective messaging for broadcast or online, or simply to gain a deeper understanding of the medium, Animated Storytelling simplifies the process of creating clear and engaging stories for animation and motion graphics so you can get started easily. In Animated Storytelling, you’ll learn how to: Write a creative brief for your project Find and communicate your story’s big idea Create a tight story using linear and nonlinear story structures Use color to clarify and enrich your story Define the rules for your animated world, and commit to them Ease into the challenging task of animation Make the work you want to be hired to do Share your work with the world!

Author : Keith Peters
Publisher : Apress
ISBN 13 : 1430203846
Total Pages : 556 pages
Book Rating : 4.41/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Foundation Actionscript 3.0 Animation written by Keith Peters and published by Apress. This book was released on 2007-05-25 with total page 556 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the first definitive and authoritative book available on ActionScript 3 animation techniques. ActionScript animation is a very popular discipline for Flash developers to learn. The essential skill set has been learned by many Flash developers through the first edition of this book. This has now been updated to ActionScript 3, Adobe's new and improved scripting language. All of the code has been updated, and some new techniques have been added to take advantage of ActionScript 3's new features, including the display list and new event architecture. The code can be used with the Flash 9 IDE, Flex Builder 2, or the free Flex 2 SDK.