Stephen Silver on 'Working for free'

More great info over on Stephen Silver's website and blog:

Silvertoons





PART 2

Paperman - Full Animated Short Film

Paperman - Full Animated (Short Film) [VO|HD] by addictomovie


Also check out:

Paperman 3D/2D breakdowns

Behind The Scenes Interviews with John Kahrs and Kristia Reed

Watch the step-by-step animation process for Disney's Paperman via Inside Movies

Head Prespective Reference

Here are some useful head perspective reference sheets. I'll be adding more to this post later.

Andy Warhol - Documentary | American Masters | PBS (2006)

Making of 'How To Train Your Dragon' - Finding the Story

Glen Keane Dancer Animation

Great lecture and demo by Glen Keane!

'The Hobbit' VFX Breakdowns

There are some really nice VFX breakdown clips of The Hobbit over on the LA Times website. I enjoyed The Hobbit! I saw it twice - once in London and once in Houston, TX. I thought the story and pacing of the film was a bit lackluster but the character performances were amazing!

Conan interviews Jack White

[Inspiration of the day] A great interview with Jack White. He talks about his path into the music business as well as his creative inspirations and motivations. And Conan rocks as well and actually has some serious moments in the interview!  Thanks Tiff for the heads up!

Monster Maker Interview with Simon Lee

In this interview artist Simon Lee provides some valuable insight into changing careers, passion for sculpting, and the importance of being a well rounded artist. via  Stan Winston School

// More awesome sculpts and info here:  Simon Lee Spiderzero

Animation Reference 'Surprise, Fear, and Confusion'

Saw this prank video today and had to post it! The reactions and expressions of the drive thru attendants are priceless!

Interview with Animator/Director Mark Walsh

The SplineDoctors blog has come alive after a short hiatus. Checkout the new splinecast interview with Animator/Director Mark Walsh.

// Mark Walsh Podcast via SplineDoctors

 

Documentary and Lecture with Illustrator John Howe

John Howe's website:  John Howe

John Howe on facebook

John Howe: There and Back Again

John Howe on illustrating fantasy

Interview with Character Designer Robert Valley

More on Robert's short film and comic books here:

// Robert Valley 

 

Interview with 'Cloudy With A Chance Of Meatballs' directors Phil Lord & Chris MIller

// The making of Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs