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In this Q & A, a question came up on is there a formula to finding the line of action. Interesting question. Brent has some great information on what the line of action is, the different types and when they are typically used. Also a couple of resources for you to check out to learn more.

It can happen after a long period of time, that things can start to feel stagnant, and you start to question if what you are currently doing is right. Some great pieces of life advice from Brent and Scott in this clip from our Q & A.

When you start a new shot and perhaps it’s not working, how do you know when to stop and change direction?

Should you present your work in a way that will draw the attention of recruiters and people in the departments that will make the decision on if you get hired? Yes…and no. Listen to this clip from our Q & A to find out if you should or shouldn’t?

Are studios no longer talking to you? Did you make a really bad impression? You could be on the dreaded blacklist. What is it? Does it exist? And how do you get off of it?

Ted has over 30 years of experience at the feature animation level. He has animated on 20 feature films and is now Global Head of Character Animation, Feature Animation at DNEG. His CG credits include "How to Train your Dragon 2 ", "Rise of the Guardians" and "Kung Fu Panda" among others. Before arriving at Dreamworks, he spent over 10 years at Walt Disney Feature Animation Florida doing traditional animation and worked on films such as "Mulan", "The Lion King" and "Lilo and Stitch" where he served as a Lead Animator.

He is a graduate of the CalArts Character Animation program where he was the senior animation instructor for 5 consecutive years. He has spoken around the world about animation and is also a Master Teacher and National Panelist at YoungArts Foundation as well as a regular lecturer at renowned CTN Expo.

We will discuss about his experience in the industry, how it evolved over time, teaching to the new generation of animators, how mentor and to be a source of inspiration for your team, how to deal with anxiety as a professional artist and if we have time.... we might also talk about his passion for ice hockey and martial arts.

.If you'd like to watch this episode you can find it here:

https://agora.community/content/a-conversation-with-ted-ty

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Thanks for listening!

As an artist, it's hard not to let anxiety creep into our minds. In this clip, Ted Ty talks about the different types of anxiety he's noticed in the industry and how to help combat them within yourself, and your peers.

It can happen that things get overwhelming for an artist on a project. Sometimes a shot may get taken away from you. In this clip from our conversation with Ted Ty he explains why it's ok, and what you need to keep in mind if this has happened to you!

Ted Ty and the team discuss the all too commonly known burnout and where the industry fails in keeping it at bay. Brent also raises a good point about the difference between working hard for the greater good and just getting the project done.

In our Conversation With Ted Ty we discuss how your attitude at work can affect your career. Nobody wants to work with a jerk, so try not to be one! Ted shares his process on hiring artists and the background checks he does when considering a new team member.