School of Motion Podcast

We were stoked to have design trailblazer and animator Beeple join us on the SOM podcast. He shares insights on the NFT boom, how AI augments artistic work, and offers valuable advice for up-and-coming designers. Check out the corresponding blog post here: https://www.schoolofmotion.com/blog/beeple-nfts-ai

Discover how designer and art director Marcos Vaz masters client collaboration and creative problem-solving. Check out the corresponding blog post: https://www.schoolofmotion.com/blog/marcos-vaz

Creative legend John LePore discusses current and future trends in motion and design, touching on topics like the evolution of motion design, client relationships, AI integration, the impact of AI models on video editing, and the changing dynamics of motion design. He shares insights on empathy, safety, collaboration in motion design for automotive interfaces, and the relevance of motion design in various fields.

Designer turned founder Oscar Mar discusses blending business with creative exploration in sci-fi entertainment. Topics include revenue models, managing diverse talents, lessons in communication, selling NFTs, motion design curriculum, and monetizing intellectual property through NFTs.

Full-stack designer turned founder Ran Segall discusses blending aesthetics, functionality, and business strategy in web design. Topics include the evolution of a designer's career, Webflow's impact on web design, coding skills for motion design, technologies for web animation, and the influence of AI on the design industry.

Collin Leix from Gunner and the Duolingo crew discuss blending traditional artistry with VR, trusting creative instincts, exploring diverse disciplines, studio recruitment, VR/3D animation challenges, AI in creativity and artistry, AI-generated content impact, artistic identity amidst challenges, and navigating parenthood and creativity.

Emmy award-winning designer Chris Do discusses the impact of the pandemic on the design industry, the importance of adapting skill sets, the shift towards authenticity in advertising on social media platforms like TikTok, the financial aspects of independent animation work, tactical advice for freelance motion designers, optimizing content visibility and engagement strategies, and exploring AI's impact on creative work.

Emmy award-winning director Karin Fong discusses art direction, mentorship, and title design. Topics include the role of mentorship in artistic growth, the evolution of title sequences in film, conceptual thinking in design, visual puns, collaboration in creative projects, mythological design, and the impact of AI in the creative industry.

From playing guitar in the underground music scene with his band Slowburn, Brady's journey shifted gears to tweaking pixels in LA and founding Texturelabs, an online tutorial and assets site. His transition from the world of music to the realm of visual arts is a testament to the fluidity of creative expression. Brady shares actionable tips and insights from his design journey — tips you can use today to amplify your own design projects. Check out the corresponding blog post here: https://www.schoolofmotion.com/blog/b...

Professional illustrator Emma Gillette shares insights on character design and artistic growth, discussing topics like studying animation at BYU, motifs in design, appeal in character creation, and the journey from animator to illustrator. She also touches on embracing critique, drawing what you love, and finding joy in creating artwork.