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Ep. 093: Bonus Episode – News, Reviews and Avengers: Endgame!

By Angela Entzminger May 28, 2019 May 28, 2019 2D Animation, 3D Animation, animation, Disney, Disney Animation, DreamWorks, LAIKA, Shadow Machine

We’re back to discuss animation and entertainment news and movie and TV reviews! Big stories in this bonus episode include Disney purchasing Hulu, Sonic the Hedgehog’s less than stellar design reception, the new Aladdin live action re-make, the never-ending plethora of streaming services and more! Plus we discuss what we’ve been watching, including Missing Link, Tuca and Bertie, Pokémon: Detective Pikachu, How To Train Your Dragon 3, Shazam! and of course, the behemoth still crushing the box office, Avengers: Endgame!

Enjoy the show and we’ll be back in September after our summer hiatus.

Articles Of Note

VFX Artists Explain What It Would Actually Take To Redo Sonic the Hedgehog

Older, Broader, Edgier: What To Expect from Hulu Under Disney’s Control

The Complete List of Streaming Services

‘Avengers: Endgame’: How Time Travel Works in the MCU

‘Avengers: Endgame’ was brilliant – but the fat-shaming broke my heart

‘Avengers: Endgame’ Isn’t Fat-Shaming the Traumatized and Grief-Stricken Thor

New ‘Avengers’ Fan Theory

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Ep. 063: Andi Nakasone – Disney Feature Layout Assistant – Part II

By Angela Entzminger January 30, 2018 January 30, 2018 3D Animation, animation, Disney, Disney Animation, Disney Feature Animation, Disney Trainee Program, Layout, Telltale Games, Video Games, Walt Disney Animation, Walt Disney Feature Animation

In the final installment of our interview with Disney Feature Layout Assistant Andi Nakasone, Andi dives into the world of Disney Feature animation and working in layout. He discusses the importance of networking, treating everyone with respect whether you’re in the industry or not, and knowing your worth as a new or seasoned professional. It’s a fantastic wrap-up that you won’t want to miss!

Andi Nakasone’s Websites

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@andinakasone

Email
andi.nakasone@gmail.com

Southern California Animation Events

The 45th Annual Annie Awards
UCLA’s Royce Hall
Sat. Feb. 3, 2018 @ 7 p.m.
www.annieawards.org

Gallery Nucleus
Art of Blank Panther Panel & Book Signing
Sat. Feb. 24, 2018 @ 1 p.m.
http://www.gallerynucleus.com/event/646

An Art Tribute to Disney Television Animation
Sat. Feb. 24, 2018 @ 7 p.m.
http://www.gallerynucleus.com/gallery/642/exhibition

CTN Road Trip
Sat. April 14, 2018 – Sun. April 15, 2018
10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
http://ctnroadtripburbank.com/

Fan*Alley Expo
Sat. June 9th, 2018 – Sun. June 10th, 2018
10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
www.gzaexpo.com

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Ep. 061: Nic Gregory – Background Painter for Disney Publishing, Rough Draft Studios, Cartoon Network and more!

By Angela Entzminger December 28, 2017 December 28, 2017 2D Animation, Background Painter, Cartoon Network, Character Design, Children's Book Illustrator, Disney, Rough Draft, Rough Draft Studios

Background painter for Disney Publishing, Cartoon Network and Rough Draft Studios Nic Gregory joins us for episode 061 of The Animated Journey Podcast! In this last episode of 2017, Nic shares how his love for Fantasia and all things animation led him to venture from his native Australia to the United States in order for him to pursue a career in background painting and character design. For anyone who has ever wondered if they can make the leap from one career to another an ocean away, this episode for you!

Nic Gregory’s Websites

Website
www.nicgregory.com

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nic.gregory.18

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@NicGregoryArt

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@Nic_XL

Southern California Events

Convention season is over but it’s never too late to stay up to date! Check out these Southern California conventions for your opportunity to register and exhibit your art in 2018.

Comic-Con International: San Diego
https://www.comic-con.org

Creative Talent Network Expo
www.ctnanimationexpo.com

DesignerCon
www.designercon.com

Fan*Alley Expo
www.gzaexpo.com

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Check out my two part interview on The Ink and Paint Girls Podcast!
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Ep. 056: Nicole Ridgwell – 3D Animator for Pixar, The Third Floor, Nickelodeon and more!

By Angela Entzminger November 2, 2017 November 2, 2017 3D Animation, animation, Animation Interview, Animator, Disney, Disney Animation, Nickelodeon, Nickelodeon Animation Studio, Pixar, Pixar Animation Studios, Walt Disney Animation, Walt Disney Feature Animation

In today’s podcast 3D animator Nicole Ridgwell shares her experiences working as an animation intern at both Walt Disney Feature Animation and Pixar, and how those internships paved the way for her animation career at studios like Nickelodeon and The Third Floor. She also shares the importance of continuing your education after graduating from art school, finding mentors, and what it’s like pitching a show!

Nicole Ridgwell’s Websites

Website
https://nicoleridgwell.blogspot.com

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@NicoleRidgwell

Southern California Animation Events

DesignerCon 2017
Pasadena Convention Center
November 11 – 12, 2017
https://www.designercon.com

Inside the Animator’s Studio: An evening with Lauren Faust
Wyndham Anaheim Garden Grove
November 18, 2017
http://bit.ly/2rLqpDJ

Creative Talent Network Expo (CTNX)
Burbank Marriott Hotel
November 17th – 19th, 2017
http://www.ctnanimationexpo.com

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Ep. 045: Cassie Soliday – Script Coordinator for Wild Canary, Comic Artist and Podcast Host – Part II

By Angela Entzminger June 6, 2017 March 19, 2018 2D Animation, Disney, Disney Animation, Disney TV Animation, Illustration

In part 2 of today’s interview Cassie Soliday discusses the ins and outs of working as a Script Coordinator for the hit Disney Junior show Puppy Dog Pals, how one gets a job as a writer in the animation industry, writing and illustrating diary comics and how The Ink and Paint Girls Podcast shines a spotlight on women working in the industry!

Cassie Soliday’s Websites

Website
http://www.casassy.com/

Ink & Paint Girls Podcast
http://inkandpaintgirls.podbean.com/

Jammiest Bits of Jam Podcast
http://jammiestbitsofjam.podbean.com/

The Animation Network Podcast Newsletter
http://www.theanimationnetwork.org/newsletter/

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Los Angeles Events

ASIFA-Hollywood
http://www.asifa-hollywood.org/

Warrior Goddess Art Show – Wonder Woman
The Perky Nerd
Friday June 9, 2017
http://www.theperkynerd.com/

Blacklight
Hero Complex Gallery
Thru June 2017
https://hcgart.com/collections/blacklight

Project Neverland Gallery Show
Center Stage Gallery
Thru June 11, 2017
http://centerstagegallery.com/event/opening-reception-project-neverland/

Truth Be Told Gallery Show
Animation Guild
Thru June 2017
https://www.instagram.com/truthbetoldgallery/

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Ep. 042: Casey Robin – Freelance Visual Development Artist

By Angela Entzminger May 2, 2017 May 13, 2017 2D Animation, Concept Art, Concept Artist, Disney, PAC12, Visual Development, Visual Development Artist, Zondervan

Freelance Visual Development Artist is well known for her whimsical style, beautiful pin-up girls, delightful and sometimes scary creatures, and her love of using traditional media to create her art. In today’s interview she discusses the importance of staying true to yourself and your passion, her time as an intern at Walt Disney Animation Studios, living and working as a freelance artist, and her latest collaborative venture, Project Neverland, an art exhibit exploring the world of Peter Pan opening at Center Stage Gallery in Burbank, CA on May 5th!

Casey Robin’s Websites

Website
http://www.caseyrobin.com/

Etsy Store
https://www.etsy.com/people/CaseyRobinArt

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https://www.facebook.com/caseyrobinart

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https://twitter.com/caseyrobinart

Los Angeles Events

Project Neverland Opening Reception
May 5, 2017
http://centerstagegallery.com/event/opening-reception-project-neverland/

Truth Be Told Gallery Opening Reception
May 5, 2017
https://www.instagram.com/truthbetoldgallery/

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Ep. 033: Scotland Barnes – Disney TV Animation Storyboard Artist and former Art Instructor at Academy of Art University – Part I

By Angela Entzminger November 29, 2016 November 29, 2016 Animation Interview, Caricature Artist, Cartoon Network, Disney, Disney TV Animation, Storyboard Artist, Storyboarding, Storyboards, Warner Bros.

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Scotland Barnes is one of the hardest working people in the animation industry today. In part one of our interview he talks about graduating from undergrad and grad school during economic downturns, working at various survival jobs, and finding as many courses and books inside and outside of school as he could in order to improve his storytelling chops. Find out why it’s important to study all facets of art, how discovering your style of learning can help you level up and how teaching others can help you solidify your understanding of the field of animation!

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Ep. 030: Eliot Min – Cofounder of Indie Game Cerebrawl

By Angela Entzminger September 25, 2016 September 25, 2016 2D Animation, animation, Animator, Character Design, Concept Art, Concept Artist, Disney, Disney Interactive, Game design, Game Industry, Gaming, Video Games

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Eliot Min went from being a concept art at a video game studios like Harmonix, 38 Studios and Disney Interactive to forming a team and creating the epic 2D fighting game Cerebrawl. In today’s interview Eliot shares his journey from going to art school to being a game tester and eventually raising the funds needed to quit his day job and embark on his fantastic new journey. For anyone who loves games and dreams of choosing your own adventure, this interview is for you!

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Cerebrawl’s Sites

Website
http://www.cerebrawl.in/

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https://www.twitch.tv/cerebrawlin

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@cerebrawlin

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Ep. 029: Michael Yates – Story Artist for Pixar Animation Studios

By Angela Entzminger September 14, 2016 September 14, 2016 animation, Animator, Disney, Disney Animation, DreamWorks, Pixar, Pixar Animation Studios, Storyboard Artist, Storyboarding, Storyboards, Walt Disney Animation, Walt Disney Feature Animation

If you love storyboarding, you’ll love today’s interview with Pixar Story Artist Michael Yates! Michael worked as a Story Trainee at both Disney Feature Animation and DreamWorks Animation, as well as working as a Story Intern at Pixar, before taking a full-time job as a Story Artist on Cars 3 at Pixar. In today’s interview Michael discusses the importance of working on personal projects, learning as much as you can in and outside of school, and developing a thick skin in order to improve your storytelling chops. And check out his amazing student film, The Legend of the Flying Tomato!

Michael Yates’ Websites

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@yyates05

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@yyates05

The Legend of the Flying Tomato
https://vimeo.com/90549174

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