Ovi Nedelcu is an animation visual development artist and character designer (Warner Bros., Laika) and the creator of the heartfelt picture book, Just Like Daddy.
In today’s interview we dig deep into Ovi’s process – the sophisticated way he combines words and pictures and how the shapes and colors of his characters help to tell the story.
We also talk about Ovi’s most recent project which is a picture book, a film treatment, a toy AND a game app…
All at the same time!
Listen to ‘Stories Unbound’ Episode 5:
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Music by Ryan Keith and Wes Cepin
What Do You Think?
Ovi talks about how sketch books are meant to be messy.
…how they’re for observing, recording and researching.
Are you afraid to make messy sketches? How has sketching helped you improve as an artist and develop your stories?
Share your thoughts in the comments below!
