Knights of the Light Table

Hey everyone! Today's episode we talk extensively about the fabled animation event, CTNx! (Creative Talent Network Expo) We go over:

-What do do/How to survive

-Events!

-Portfolio Reviews

-Talking to artists and attendees

-The problems plaguing CTNx

I will be attending this year, if you find me, say hi, and pick up a sticker!

Links Mentioned:

CTNx Website: http://ctnanimationexpo.com/index.php

CTNx Guidebook: https://guidebook.com/guide/25426/ (put it on your phone before you go!)

Eric Goldberg’s “Double Take” talk: http://vimeo.com/94773430

Chris Oatley on getting good feedback: http://chrisoatley.com/ctn-animation/

Chris Oatley on what to do with feeback that doesn’t make sense: http://chrisoatley.com/portfolio-feedback-doesnt-make-sense/

Will Terrell on why you don’t get good feedback: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=meAVI1WMs1g

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In this episode we had the wonderful opportunity to talk with the amazing Gabby Zapata, visual development artist at Disney Interactive. She shares a wealth of info, personal stories, advice and encouragement on maintaining a balanced life and finding happiness! Be sure to stop by her booth at CTNx 2014 to say hi, and check out her new art book Lavender!

You can find Gabby @GabbyZapata:

On Instagram: http://instagram.com/gabbyzapata

On Twitter: https://twitter.com/gabbyzapata

Tumblr: http://gabbyzapata.tumblr.com/

Website: http://gabbyzapata.com/

Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/gabbyzapata

Gabby’s ask.fm: http://ask.fm/gabbyzapata1

Links mentioned:

Papercraft Hocus Pocus: http://blogs.disney.com/oh-my-disney/2014/10/24/design-challenge-hocus-pocus/

Chewbacca bookmark: http://www.starwars.com/news/star-wars-day-crafts-felt-chewbacca-bookmark-craft

Paperman Valentine: http://blogs.disney.com/insider/articles/2014/02/14/happy-valentines-day/

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In this episode, we review and take deeper look at the technical side of the infamous animated film "Quest for Camelot"! -We look into the 6 movie elements: Story, Characters, Visual Experience, Animation, Music, Impact-“Describe the movie in one word” -Listen to Pablo misspronounce the villain's name for half of the podcast!Links mentioned:Trevor's favorite review - http://www.sun-sentinel.com/cl-movie980514-9-story.htmlLA Times article talking about how all the animation studios were coming back down to earth after the insane success of animation in the early and mid 90’s: http://articles.latimes.com/1999/jun/24/news/mn-49659The official website is amazing: http://www.quest4camelot.com/main.htmlRankings and Box Office: http://www.boxofficemojo.com/movies/?id=questforcamelot.htmFind us on Youtube, Stitcher and iTunes!Follow us on Tumblr! - http://knightsofthelighttable.tumblr.com

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In this follow up to episode 2 we talk with professional animator and college art and animation teacher Jesse Cowan about art education, what to look for when researching art schools, how to get the most out of your school experience, and the importance of continuing to learn after graduation!

Make sure to check out Jesse's comic Little Wolf at http://littlewolfcomic.com/

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In this episode we talk a little shop, get a little heavy, and discuss our plans for future projects.

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In this episode we had the privilege to talk to the talented, and on the rise artist Nneka Myers. She generously shares her story and drops a whole lot of art knowledge! Hope you enjoy it as much as we did!Where to find Nneka:http://www.nnekamyers.com/Tumblr:http://kinopia.tumblr.com/Twitter:https://twitter.com/kiinopiaLinks mentioned:Ask FM:http://ask.fm/kinopiaThesis Film "Solace"http://vimeo.com/93211420Splendidly Evil zine project:http://splendidlyevil.tumblr.comDonors Choose:http://www.donorschoose.orgMotivarti Mentorship Program:http://motivarti.org/Steambot brushes:http://shop.steambotstudios.com/index...Final Image: http://fuzzypuppets.tumblr.com/post/9...As always you can reach us on twitter atTwitter: @ArtsyPabster, @FuzzyPuppetsTumblr: http://pabster.tumblr.comhttp://fuzzypuppets.tumblr.comor e-mail us at [email protected]

In this episode, we spent over 50+ minutes talking about a movie that you probably shouldn't spend more than 5 minutes talking about: Disney's Planes!

Hello and thanks for listening/watching! In this episode we're discussing art education, and our thoughts on: school vs online training, and more.Art school experiences:What’s most important in a learning environment?online communityart school vs onlineo The people/networko The teacherso The critique; the group critiqueo Time to growo The encouragement to failLinks mentioned:http://www.payscale.com/http://www.glassdoor.com/index.htmhttp://nces.ed.gov/Final Image:http://pabster.tumblr.com/post/984717...As always you can reach us on twitter atTwitter: @ArtsyPabster, @FuzzyPuppetsTumblr: http://pabster.tumblr.comhttp://fuzzypuppets.tumblr.com

The official start, and what a messy introduction! Pablo and Trevor introduce themselves and talk about their early years in the world of art and animation. Hear tale of failure, success, fear, and victory.

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