Industry Interview

."Paving Your Own Path"

Chris Hamer, Illustrator

After two layoffs and hospitalization in this downward economy, Chris Hamer is proof that a mixture of handwork, drive, and creativity, can change the course of your destiny. Exhibiting in over 40+ shows a year is just the tip of the iceberg for the Urbnpop founder. He was recently accepted by Artist Project, and coming out with a new toy!

"Each year, I look back and I go 'what now'."

Learn more about Hamer's unique launch into the art industry, and the habits that have attributed to his success by clicking HERE.

2012 Animation Preview

Coffee & Cartoons 2011 - Batdorf & Bronson Roastery

ASIFA Atlanta strives to bring international animation to Atlanta. 2012 promises more unique opportunities for animators and fans.

In partnership with the MINT Gallery and Batdorf and Bronson, more coffee and cartoons screenings are in store. And with all that caffeine we're celebrating twice for ten years of Roll Yer Own, ASIFA Atl's annual local animation showcase. First, we get to show them in Atlanta. Second, we get to show them internationally.

Each year in October, ASIFA chapters all over the world collect their best locally produced animated short films and screen them in recognition of International Animation Day. The ASIFA Atlanta DVD is comprised of the best RYO submissions. Call opens in March.

We'll close things out with 12 n' 12, an animation challenge inspired by Scott McCloud's 24-Hour Comic. Split into 2 days, 12 hours each day, teams of no more than four compete to produce the best 12 second animation.

Keep a lookout for these events and more: twitter and facebook.

Instant Animation Messaging with Vummy iPhone App

Hey Animation Fans!

Just in time for the Holidays, animation enthusiast Dan Hagerty sent us an entertaining iPhone app that allows you to send a message as a cartoon character - yes, Santa included!

Members Insight (Animation Insider Interview)

Jerry Fuchs
Cartoonist & Animator


Q: Is there any advice you can give for an aspiring animation student or artist trying to break into the business?

A: Do the work. Don’t get caught up in the technology or software, pc or mac,Toon Boom, Flash, etc. It really comes down to hard work. Unless you are in a studio environment, you will be doing it by yourself. So, if you are bored easily, this isn’t for you. Make sure you get some exercise, too.

Click HERE for the full article.

ASIFA-Atlanta fires up local animation scene

12 n' 12 Animation Challenge lights up our Best Animated Shorts of 2011 Program -- TODAY!

Read all about it in Creative Loafing:

"ASIFA-Atlanta fires up local animation scene: Animation association promotes cartoons with a personal touch"

Then listen to the podcast on Air Loaf!

Congratulations to 12 n 12 competitors! Big thanks to Curt Holman for spending quality time with us, and to Allyssa "Rocket-Power" Lewis for all her amazing efforts coordinating this program!

ASIFA ATL's Best Animated Shorts of 2011

Join us on Saturday, December 10 at the High Museum for ASIFA Atlanta's Best of 2011 Bash! 2:00p - Best Cartoons for Kids 8:00p - Best Animated Shorts (ages 14+) FULL PROGRAM NOW AVAILABLE! High Museum of Art 1280 Peachtree St. NE Atlanta, GA 30309 http://tinyurl.com/asifabest2011: Atlanta’s International Animated Film Association (ASIFA-Atlanta) brings its best films of 2011 to the High Museum of Art! Expect an outlandish assortment of stop-motion, 3D, mixed-media and clay-mation shorts from Atlanta and beyond. A Q&A with the filmmakers will follow each screening. This program is offered in collaboration with ASIFA-Atlanta. Free. 8 o'clock screening recommended for ages 14+ (facebook invite)