The Animation Pimp: An Official AWN Press Publication

by Chris Robinson

Overview

Learn how to think before you animate. Thinking Animation is a one-of-a-kind book that emphasizes how artists can use traditional animation techniques and principles with the computer generated animation technology of today. Written by seasoned animators with experience in both 2D and CG, Thinking Animation is an exquisite guide aimed at experienced animators; however, the skills taught within are still accessible and valuable to the novice animator. This full-color book includes numerous interviews with experienced contributing authors from a wide range of backgrounds, including stop-motion, visual effects, traditional animation, and CG. Thinking Animation is non-software specific. It contains a history of the field of animation as well as insight into how CG studios operate. It embraces the future of animating with the computer while still retaining the core values that traditional animators use as formulas and principles.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781435457935
Publisher:	Course Technology, PTR
Publication date:	01/06/2007
Sold by:	CENGAGE LEARNING
Format:	eBook
Pages:	367
File size:	5 MB

About the Author

Chris Robinson is an Ottawa-based author who has been a director of the Ottawa International Animation Festival (OIAF) since 1994. A noted animation commentator, curator, and historian, Robinson has become a leading expert on Canadian and international independent animation. His writings on animation, hockey, and all facets of culture have appeared in many international publications including Salon.com, Animation World Magazine, Stop Smiling, The Ottawa Citizen, Take One, Cinemascope, and The Ottawa Xpress. In May 2004, Robinson was the recipient of the President's Award given by the New York chapter of animators for contributions to the promotion of independent animation. Robinson lives in Ottawa with his wife Kelly and their sons Jarvis and Harrison.

Table of Contents

Foreword by Nick Tosches PIMPOLOGY FESTIVALS AND THEIR DISCONTENTS THE AESTHETICS OF ANIMATION SEX & DEATH STYLES OF RADICAL ANIMATION IDENTITY POLITICS TUBULAR DISTRACTIONS HUMAN FRAILTY SEASONAL DYSPHORIA FRINGE BENEFITS WHOS WHO