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Animation Industry Podcast
Episode 233: Will Anderson On Animating A Fluffy Cat Called Greg In Blender
Nov 15, 2023
Will Anderson, a BAFTA-winning filmmaker and animator, discusses rare rigging techniques, self-producing a documentary, and tips for rethinking your social media portfolio. They explore the challenges of balancing personal style and commercial work, transitioning between programs, and acquiring work in animation. They also discuss the concept of 'night of shame', starting a similar event in Edinburgh, and their interest in the auto-animation festival. Overall, they share insights into the journey of an animator and the opportunities for those with a unique style.
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- Perseverance and patience are crucial in the creative process of making a deeply personal and authentic film.
- Pitching projects that reflect your unique voice and storytelling style is key to building a career as an independent animator.
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The Long Journey of a Personal Animated Documentary
Will Anderson, an independent CG animator, discusses his journey of creating a self-produced feature documentary. Over the course of 10 years, Will and his collaborator, Ainsley Henderson, worked on a film called 'A Cat Called Dom.' The film explores the personal theme of Will's mother's illness and their struggles to find meaning and communicate during that challenging time. Despite the film taking longer than expected, Will emphasizes the importance of perseverance and patience in the creative process. 'A Cat Called Dom' reflects their unique voice and storytelling style, making it a deeply personal and authentic film.
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