“If there’s truth behind the art, it will resonate.” -Chris Campbell Most professional artists have been drawing since they first picked up a crayon. As a kid, Chris Campbell drew the occasional doodle but he never took his art seriously. …not until his late twenties, anyway. Abandoning his career as a journalist, Chris enrolled in […]
Good Character Design Goes Deep
Think about your best friend. How long did it take for you to really get to know each other? Hopes and fears, experiences and expectations, strengths and weaknesses, victories, failures, pet peeves and passions… Whether he or she is your spouse, partner, close family member, colleague or high school BFF, the friendship has taught you […]
The Rising Stars Of Animation: Betsy Bauer, Elsa Chang, Jessie Greenberg, Natalie Hall, Sarah Marino & Isaac Orloff: ArtCast #59
I always say that the two secrets to success in animation are “Do great work and be great to work with.” Sometimes, artists just get mad when I say that. But more often, they ask thoughtful follow-up questions. …questions like “How, if I’m not already working in the industry, do I prove that I’m great to […]
5 Common Pitfalls Of Concept Art & Illustration Portfolios
I’ve said it before: The only way to truly succeed in a creative career is to do great work and be great to work with. If you craft a strong concept art/ illustration portfolio it will demonstrate both of these values at the same time. And that strong portfolio will dazzle any recruiter or art […]
Creating Animated TV Shows for Disney & Cartoon Network :: Live Q&A From Denver Comic Con 2012
LIVE At Denver Comic Con 2012! The good folks at DCC 2012 invited me to join this panel discussion and share my perspectives on the future of the animation pitch! I was proud to represent the online community of visual storytellers but as you can see in the video, I was a bit intimidated to be […]