The DIY Animation Show

In parts one and two, Jim shared some truly awesome DIY Animation hacks and talked about collaborating with the legendary Bill Plympton on Revengeance. Today, in part three, we discuss: More tips for recording DIY audio. The life and times of the Ghettomation Podcast. The one most vital thing Jim feels a DIY Animator needs. Listen to DIYA Episode […] The post Interview with DIY Animation Champion Jim Lujan (Part 3) :: DIY Animation Show #6 appeared first on ChrisOatley.com.

In parts one and two, Jim shared some truly awesome DIY Animation hacks and talked about collaborating with the legendary Bill Plympton on Revengeance.

Today, in part three, we discuss:

- More tips for recording DIY audio.

- The life and times of the Ghettomation Podcast.

- The one most vital thing Jim feels a DIY Animator needs.

This episode is a production of The Oatley Academy of Visual Storytelling.

Our theme music is provided by Azureflux.

In part one, we talked about query letters and how to submit your work to an agent with Jennifer March Soloway, Associate Agent at Andrea Brown Literary Agency. Today in part two we talk about: Beginning writer? Learn more on how to get started! What makes a great Critique Group – and why you need one. […] The post Interview with Literary Agent Jennifer March Soloway (Part 2) :: Stories Unbound #18 appeared first on ChrisOatley.com.

If Radiohead was a painter they’d be Frederic William Stewart. Fred’s experimental mark-making is simultaneously raw but refined, deliberately spontaneous, visceral and inviting. He was the first Background Painter on Nickelodeon’s epic animated series The Legend of Korra and today he holds a coveted role as a Dreamworks Visual Development Artist. In this episode we […] The post Interview with ‘Korra’ and ‘Dreamworks’ Artist, Frederic William Stewart :: ArtCast #95 appeared first on ChrisOatley.com.

In part one of our interview with Jim Lujan, we heard about Revengeance – Jim's uber collab with the legendary Bill Plympton – and Jim's take on the DIY spirit.

This time, in part two, we see how Jim's joyful, resourceful approach to making his projects, whether by himself or with other people, continues to bring him a fulfilling and fresh creative experience.

Today we learn:

- More on Revengeance and how Jim and Bill made their long-distance collab work. - Jim's top tips for making truly DIY Animation. - Why he never went totally digital. - The fun of recording parties. - Young Jim gives us a lesson on swagger!

Listen to DIYA Episode 5: http://traffic.libsyn.com/oatley/DIYA005_JimLujan_P2.mp3

[ download the mp3 ]  [ subscribe in iTunes ]

Please Support DIYA In iTunes!

Please help us with the launch of this brand new podcast by rating and reviewing The DIY Animation Show in iTunes.

…and while you're there, please download every episode (download numbers really help) and subscribe so you never miss an episode!

Awesome Links:

Jim Lujan on Youtube

Revengeance

The Ghettomation Podcast

Jim on Instagram

Jim on Patreon

Music by Azureflux

Connect with Jessica and Lauren on Twitter

Join The Conversation!

Jim's built up his own arsenal of DIY hacks that help speed him along and make his stuff. So we're eager to ask you…

What's one of your favourite DIY animation hacks or tips?

We can't wait to hear, so share them in the comments below!

Let's fill up our DIY Animation toolboxes together!

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In part one of our interview with Jim Lujan, we heard about Revengeance – Jim’s uber collab with the legendary Bill Plympton – and Jim’s take on the DIY spirit. This time, in part two, we see how Jim’s joyful, resourceful approach to making his projects, whether by himself or with other people, continues to bring him a […] The post Interview with DIY Animation Champion Jim Lujan (Part 2) :: DIY Animation Show #5 appeared first on ChrisOatley.com.

In part one of our interview with Jim Lujan, we heard about Revengeance – Jim’s uber collab with the legendary Bill Plympton – and Jim’s take on the DIY spirit.

This time, in part two, we see how Jim’s joyful, resourceful approach to making his projects, whether by himself or with other people, continues to bring him a fulfilling and fresh creative experience.

Today we learn:

- More on Revengeance and how Jim and Bill made their long-distance collab work.

- Jim’s top tips for making truly DIY Animation.

- Why he never went totally digital.

- The fun of recording parties.

- Young Jim gives us a lesson on swagger!

This episode is a production of The Oatley Academy of Visual Storytelling.

Our theme music is provided by Azureflux.

Jennifer March Soloway is an Associate Agent at the reputable Andrea Brown Literary Agency. In this interview: How to pitch your story to an Agent. What’s a query letter? …and how to write one. Why it’s important to keep revising, rewriting and resubmitting your story. What is the Big Sur Writing Workshop? …and why you […] The post Interview with Literary Agent Jennifer March Soloway (Part 1) :: Stories Unbound #17 appeared first on ChrisOatley.com.

Jim Lujan is truly a DIY Animation Champion. Having created 50+ original shorts as well as co-creating Revengeance, a full-length feature collaboration with legendary animator Bill Plympton, Jim understands just how powerful a 'Do It Yourself' attitude can be.

Today we cover:

- Revengeance, Jim's collab with DIY Animation Pioneer Bill Plympton. - Jim's take on the DIY spirit. - Creating his own indie animation festival. - Nuts-and-bolts tips for creating impactful titles. - Jim's thoughts on the key to a good idea.

Listen to DIYA Episode 4: http://traffic.libsyn.com/oatley/DIYA004-JimLujan-P1.mp3

[ download the mp3 ] [ subscribe in iTunes ]

Please Support DIYA In iTunes!

Please help us with the launch of this brand new podcast by rating and reviewing The DIY Animation Show in iTunes.

…and while you're there, please download every episode (download numbers really help) and subscribe so you never miss an episode!

Awesome Links:

Jim Lujan

Revengeance (2016)

Light Up the Walls

Jim on Instagram

Jim on Patreon

Music by Azureflux

Connect with Jessica and Lauren on Twitter

What Do You Think?

Jim gave us an excellent breakdown on his perspective of the DIY spirit. We want to know…

How do you define the DIY animation spirit?

Share your thoughts in the comments below!

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Jim Lujan is truly a DIY Animation Champion. Having created 50+ original shorts as well as co-creating Revengeance, a full-length feature collaboration with legendary animator Bill Plympton, Jim understands just how powerful a ‘Do It Yourself’ attitude can be. Today we cover: Revengeance, Jim’s collab with DIY Animation Pioneer Bill Plympton. Jim’s take on the […] The post Interview with DIY Animation Champion Jim Lujan (Part 1) :: DIY Animation Show #4 appeared first on ChrisOatley.com.