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Jim Le Fevre makes 12 foot Sculptural Zoetrope for SBTRKT
The common mistake with attempting a zoetrope is to expect it to do too much. It’s unlike a film which has at its disposal time to start and stop actions. It’s at its best when it is exploring a simple loop or phrase of movement, and a lot can be done by skillfully crafting that within a context. This is part of the restrictions of limited time and space for the loops. All loops exist in parallel, meaning movements need to be clear of each other by the time the next loop is in play. Equally, baring in mind the repetitive nature of loops, some movements may read differently than intended. – (what are you waiting for go see it now).
Emotional engagement in film largely derive from the story telling strengths of the film.
I’ve been off sick the last two days so found a window to watch the SDCC SW7 panel in it’s entirety. A couple of things stuck with me.I’m loving the idea that there’s a lot more practical sets and Aliens. It’s always best for things to be shot for real and then added to with CG when that cannot be filmed. But whichever process is being favoured, it does not mean the film is a good film. Those things are down to the script and the film maker, obvs.
Animated Journal S02E01
After some interesting conversations with friends and some on-line encouragement I’ve decided to start the Animated Journal again.
As always it was always about turning the process of animation into an accessible and ephemeral thing rather than the extremely lengthy and complicated process of tradition, and to really try to show how something felt in a particular moment.
These are from elements captured in Leigh Woods a few weeks ago.
Since I completed the first one we’ve had the progression of things like Vine and Instagram video which mean many more people have been playing and being very creative with the very short form. You can find the original Journal here.
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20 years of BDH
Join the Royal Television Society for a rare opportunity to ask local heroes BDH, one of the most awarded digital creative teams in the UK, to reveal their secrets in this special panel discussion.
Yes, there are a few more tickets left for a twentieth anniversary “In Conversation” evening with my employers, Steve, John and Rob (The B, the D and the H, in that order) to be held tomorrow evening at 6pm at the Watershed. Lynn Barlow, Chair of the Royal Television Society in Bristol will be interviewing them and taking us through the highlights of their work over the years. Bookings can be made through the Watershed website.
Just been informed by Eldest that there are over 150 wookie words for “wood” but none for “artist”.
“Artists shouldn’t be making art on the side, it should be their job”
“We need to re-train audiences who’ve grown used to the free YouTube model that shorts are worth paying for. I keep telling my animator friends, “Please sell your work. Even if you put it online and just charge 50 cents, sell it.” “Everything is free” has been doing genuine damage to young artists.” (animation)
Paul Greer 