Disney will shutdown Bluesky Studios

 Okay I've officially gone a whole year without updating this blog. I actually think blogs are outdated now? Everyone's on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook? Maybe not FB.... LOL. Well I am. although I don't post too often on there either. I mostly post industry related info on my twitter... so if you are so included go check it out and follow me! You can be one if the 300 peeps there! 

At any rate. Today is a bit of a sad day. Disney closed down Bluesky studios and a lot of my close friends are now out of work. Everyone at that studio is super talented and they have made some of the most memorable films of my generation. Ice Age was a true groundbreaking franchise. I hope we get to see these characters again someday.

Disney Is Shutting Down Blue Sky Studios

PIXAR Sparks : Kitbull

Wow just wow. This is a gorgeous, original touching story written and directed by Rosana Sullivan and produced by Kathryn Hendrickson

KITBULL:

PIXAR Sparks : Purl

Here's a really inspiring short brought to you by PIXAR. We have an incredible about of talent at this studio, it's wonderful to see that they are really supporting new voices with new and fresh points of view. It takes every color to make a rainbow. This is really uplifting to see! More please!!

PURL: directed by Kristen Lester and produced by Gillian Libbert-Duncan

Back in Action!

There have been so many updates and changes happening since my last post almost two years ago. Where do I begin?

I'll start with my adventures in the Tech world. I spent the last couple of years at Snapchat creating entertaining story experiences using their bitmoji IP. We created original content for Universal with Grinch and Minions, Disney Parks, Aquaman, Superman, Star Wars and McDonalds to name a few.

The experience at Snapchat was incredible. We got to create a team of high end artists and animators to being these lenses to life on your phone! If you want to learn more check out this article which talks a little about the lens we created for McCafe! https://www.adweek.com/digital/mcdonalds-sponsored-a-snapchat-bitmoji-that-steals-your-coffee-in-augmented-reality/

More recent news: I started a new job at my dream studio PIXAR! I've been at the studio now for a couple of months and am absolutely in awe and love.

More to come so please stay posted!

Online Interviews

As promised here is a list of online interviews. I receive a variety of request from students who'd like more information about my experience and career in animation. I would love to respond to each person individually but unfortunately I just don't have the necessary time. I'm hoping this will be a good alternative option!

Animation Arena

Lady Animators

Cinesnob

Adventure Year

Hi to those who've continued to follow my blog. It's been a year since I last posted. I can't believe it. Well there's lots to catch up on!

I've spent the last year working on Target Holiday commercial, Guardians of the galaxy Vol. 2, and now animating on the Emoji Movie. What a ride! I'll post pics and links in the next day.

I've also received a few request for personal interviews. I wish I could accommodate everyone, but I'm afraid there just isn't enough time. So, with that in mind I will be posting links on this site of existing interviews I've given to several websites like "Animation Nation" & "Lady Animators".  Stay tune for those.

Comcast buys DreamWorks Animation in $3.8 billion deal

Yup... it's official. After being on the block for well over a year Dreamworks has officially been sold to Comcast. Watch more in this video

There's more news in the trades this morning about rumoured or wish for characters in the new WB SCOOB film! Which characters do you wanna see???

10 Classic Cartoon Characters We Need To See In The Hanna-Barbera Cinematic Universe

Hanna-Barbera Cinematic Universe [CinemaCon 2016]

The Next Scooby-Doo Movie Will Launch a Hanna-Barbera Cinematic Universe [CinemaCon 2016]

 

Imagining Zootopia (Full Documentary)

What a wonderful documentary... I thought I liked Zootopia when it came out. Now I love it even more knowing how much thought they put into really bring the issue of racism and limits that society set on us. It's a great movie for our children to watch. It's a wonderful message.

Toon Talks Podcast » Show 23 Sony Supervisors

Toon Talks Podcast » Show 23 Sony Supervisors

Check out this great podcast with Animation Supervisors, Pete Nash, Josh Beverage, and Alan Hawkins. It's chalk full of great info.

Reel FX Secures $75M

I'm so excited to share this news. We have a lot of exciting new films coming out in the next few years. I can't wait to share more.

Zootopia BoxOffice Beast!

http://www.cartoonbrew.com/box-office-report/zootopia-box-office-beast-us-china-137935.html

Looks like Zootopia is making a killing in the market. Rightfully so... it's a beautiful film with a strong message. If you haven't already... go out and see this movie. You will be so happy you did.

'Zootopia' dethrones 'Frozen' during opening weekend

http://www.cnbc.com/2016/03/07/strong-opening-for-zootopia-bodes-well-for-disney.html

Pretty Cool!! If you haven't seen it .... go now!

Show and tell - Charm in film

This is a wonderful short description on Charm...  It's illusive, but once you know what it takes that's half the battle!

A Brand New ‘Finding Dory’ Trailer

I can NOT wait to see this movie!

10 Tips for Creating Storyboards from Dreamworks

This is great info. If you're a story teller you'll love reading this and you'll learn a lot!

Discover the tricks to creating dynamic storyboards with these helpful tips from Dreamworks.

http://www.premiumbeat.com/blog/10-tips-for-creating-storyboards-from-dreamworks/

Nimble Collective. Animation. Liberated.

The guys at Nimble and making some huge strides. I'm super excited about the potential for this company and am looking forward to possibly working with them via Stodoe Studios!

The Present

The Present from Jacob Frey on Vimeo.

Wonderful and inspiring. Great short... must watch!

"Assistant Mayor Bellwether" Clip - Disney's Zootopia

Check out this fun clip from Zootopia. I had a chance to watch the film at the wrap party a few weeks ago and I have to say. Disney is by far really kicking ass these days. They are at the top of their game and it's really refreshing and inspiring to see!