Blur Animation Demo Reel 2007

Click the link below to watch a better, clearer, better sounding version.
http://www.blur.com/movies/animation_reel.html
Or you can watch the Youtube piece below.

Templar Quote No.1

Templar Quote No.1

I am available for your bidding anytime my emperor. Just give the word and I will unleash hell!

...Strength and Honor!

- Thanks for the quote Master Chai!

"Batman" Fanfilm :: Arkham Asylum

Created by Miguel Mesas, this is perhaps one of the best fan films I've seen in a long time. Great work Miguel. To see a version with better sound, visit Miguel's website.

SIGGRAPH 2007 :: Animation Demo Reel

SIGGRAPH is THE single most important gathering place for cg vfx artists and animators. Next year, it will be in Los Angeles. Do what you must to attend as part of your education training. Below is the demo reel showcasing the best of the best. Enjoy!

If you are experiencing slow playback, click the video once it has started and you can watch it on youtube. The playback should be faster.

"Fallen Art" Movie

"Fallen Art" was created by Tomek Baginski. It features great lighting, modeling, character design and camera work. The story is the most interesting part, after I saw it, I didn't know if I wanted to laugh or stay stunned. Regardless, its a great piece.

As an animation student, don't settle for the assignments given in your CG classes. Push yourself and strive to create something on your own. The work will be much better because you will have fun working on it, most importantly this will show through to your work, which will make a standout piece for your. Go for it. You have nothing to lose and all to gain. Perhaps you'll lose sleep, but that's what weekends and vacations are for.

Enjoy "Fallen Art".

The Importance of Life Drawing by: Glen Vilppu

You can learn a lot about a person's level of visual development by how well they draw. Below is an article by one of my former instructors Glen Vilppu and lifedrawing and its connection to animation. Keep those sketchbooks close, those pencils sharp and enjoy the ride.

Fire it up!


http://www.awn.com/mag/issue2.3/issue2.3pages/2.3vilppu.html

Peter Sanitra Demo Reel

Below is Peter Sanitra's 3D demo reel. Check it out, I'm sure you'll find it impressive. Pay attention to how his reel flows. Its a good example of how lighting and texture can take simple models to the next level.

Thanks Erin for the link.

Transformers Conceptual Art

For the conceptual designers, ya'll are going to like this. Below is a link to the conceptual art behind the Transformers movie. You'll also find animation and modeling tests too. Enjoy - click the link below.

http://www.benprocter.com/SITEv2/HTML/PROJPAGE_Trans_01.html

Ratatouille Quicktime Virtual Tours

These quicktime virtual tours of the sets are amazing and worth exploring especially if you are interested in 3D background layout design.


Ratatouille Virtual Quicktime Tours

"Retribution"

"Retribution"
Created in Corel Painter IX

"Spiked"

"Spiked"
Created in Corel Painter IX

Sigg Jones Animation : by Supinfocom

This animated short is inspiring. It was created by a French animation company called Supinfocom watch this animation for its character design, art direction and timing. Very nice!

"Ka" by Cirque Du Soleil

As a creative, I find many of the Cirque Du Soleil productions absolutely inspiring. A feast for our senses, they combine story, drama, acrobatics, music, sound, costume, makeup, and stage technology to create a one of a kind experience. I have not seen Ka yet, however, I hope for things to slow down a bit before I can do so. In addition to the above, the show also showcases a array of martial arts...what more could you ask. Remember that a production like this is the product of many talented people working together who are excellent at what they do. I hope you find inspiration in this.

Let me know if you check it out.

"Overlook II" Red Rock Canyon: Las Vegas, NV

"Overlook I" Red Rock Canyon: Las Vegas, NV

"Overlook I"
Created using Painter IX
Brushes used: Artist Oils > Oily Bristle & Smudge Blender
Lighting Effects