Understanding the intricacies of proper screenplay format is more than a mere technicality; it is a fundamental aspect of the screenwriting craft, integral to a writer’s success. This is not just about avoiding the fast track to the rejection pile …
3 Tips to Create a Portfolio-Ready CG Character Reel
Have you been working on a CG character performance and want to take it to the next level? Here are three master tips from Blender character animator expert Dillan Gu to consider before starting your next character performance. 1) How …
Animating in Procreate: 5 Expert Tips to Level Up Your Skills
How to Animate in Procreate (skip this if you already know how) If you haven’t been using Procreate to animate, you’re missing out. Back in 2019, Procreate added its animation assist tool, creating arguably the easiest way to animate on …
ToonSquid vs. FlipaClip: Which One Should You Use?
The increase in the capability of the Apple iPad and its library of apps led many artists to consider moving to the mobile device as their primary content creation tool. If you are an animator, FlipClip and ToonSquid are two …
Final Draft vs. Arc Studio Pro: Which One Should You Use?
When you’re ready to start writing a screenplay, the first thing you need to figure out is what tool you’re going to use. You’re going to be spending a lot of time with it, so you want to make sure …
iPad Animation Course – Coming Soon!
I wanted to let you know about ANOTHER new course that’s coming up the chain. It’s called iPad Animation, and it’s awesome. As you probably guessed from the title, this course focuses on the process of animating on an iPad. …
Screenwriting Foundations Course Coming Soon!
I wanted to share some exciting news with you about a project we’ve been working on behind the scenes. We know you love storytelling and have a passion for filmmaking, so we’ve created something just for you! A brand new …
What is Storyboarding?
If you’re interested in pursuing a career in film or animation, you’ll quickly discover that storyboarding is an essential part of the process. But what exactly is storyboarding? What is a storyboard? Storyboarding is a preproduction tool consisting of a …
The 12 Principles of Animation
The world of animation has come a long way since its early days. Animators of today have access to advanced technology and software tools that make the process easier and more efficient than ever before (learning animation is also easier …