Ron has been Illustrating for Dennis the Menace since the early 80's. He apprenticed under Hank Ketchum (The Creator of Dennis The Menace, and former Disney Animator). Ron Discusses the insecurity of starting under Hank as well as the learning journey of working with Hank and his fellow artists. Ron owes his career to one unanswered phone call!

Ron Ferdinand's Work!

https://www.historyforsale.com/signer-memorabilia/ron-ferdinand/102325

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Andrew talks about his career path in animation from student to "Celebrity Death Match" to becoming studio director at Guru studios. Despite his self described limited drawing experience he still managed to create dynamic animations that saw him progress through the ranks, how? Stop motion and 3D animation are where Andrew really excelled and others took notice! Now Andrew offers mentorship to his animation team and shares with us advice on "best practices" taking an animation test for Guru Studios and much more!

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Michael takes us on a heck of a journey revealing some very personal up's and downs that led him to the world of animation and to become an animation content creator with his 2D animated property Chucky Chicken.

If you don't find Michaels hustle inspiring then you need to reset your perspective!

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It's all in the title!

Richard Davis the creator of the indie comic book "The Cult of Dracula" has just signed a film deal based on his comic. This is very inspiring news for his team and for our listeners! If you are a creative planning to pitch your own property sometime he has words of wisdom for you!

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John talks about training under the iconic Frank Thomas, one of Disney's original "Nine Old Men" at Disney Studios and how incredible that experience was. Later he would continue his education in the craft of animation by working with Don Bluth and other collogues out of Bluth's garage on independent productions that would serve as the boot camp for the Business of animation.

John Pomeroy has worked on so many beloved animated projects and he shows no sign of slowing down!

For information on John Pomeroy's animation course got to www.pomeroyartacademy.com this course is recommended for pro's and newcomer's a like. If you are a 3D animator it is highly encouraged you take up the pencil and strengthen your 2D skills and this course is the perfect opportunity!

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Valerie Sofranko has had a rich career working on some of the most iconic films in Hollywood. Her career allowed her to utilize her fine arts backgrouds and apply it puppet builds, matte paintings, latex suits...you name it! It all started with a chance encounter with Lucas films and a little white lie to the receptionist!

Watch all the way through because at one point Valerie shows of a legit crystal skull from one of the Gremlins from the Gremlins movie for which she was in charge of maint6aining the Gizmo puppet, among other things!

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Pam and I share our insecurities of being artists in animation and how that began way back in college for each of us. Pam has a great "RETURN" story in that for a while she abandoned animation but returned with an indie spirit that has seen her publish two books! You will not find a kinder person or a more passionate person about the art of animation, every creative out there will relate to her story!

To purchase a copy of Pams book(s) "Pamtoons" and "Pamtoons 2" contact her through her facebook profile:

https://www.facebook.com/pam.rose.790/

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Roger has had such a rich career and worked on properties ranging from TV to high quality feature films. He is very passionate about the industry and cares very much for the artists that work within it.

Roger Chiasson's perspectives and opinions really hit home and new artists and seasoned artists will appreciate hearing them.

Follow Roger Chiasson here: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0157092/

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Janna Marie is a very passionate cartoonist who has just begun her career in animation.

Her original inspirations come from the classics cartoons of the 50's and 60's as well as the modern works. Getting the perspective of someone new to the animation industry is just as important as someone who has been in it for many years.

Follow Janna Marie here: https://indyjannajones.bigcartel.com/

Also on Instagram @indyjannajones

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Gary K. Wolf is the author and creator of Roger Rabbit, he takes us on a deep dive on how Roger Rabbit came to be and some behind the scenes secrets on the making of "Who Framed Roger Rabbit" from wardrobe malfunctions to Bugs Bunny giving Mickey the finger! You can find Gary's Links below for other great novels he has written, as well as his facebook and website.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gary.k.wolf

Who Censored Roger Rabbit?: https://amzn.to/32g9G0N

The Road to Toontown: https://amzn.to/3m8hb1H

Who Whacked Roger Rabbit?: https://amzn.to/2F6MNnR

Who P-p-p Plugged Roger Rabbit: https://amzn.to/33k4QyG

Website: https://garywolf.com/

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