Members Speak

Cindy Davis

Flash Animator


"They are still expanding, but have proven to be very helpful when I don't have the time or means to get my own footage".

This collection of the Principles of Motion (POM) videos are created by professional animators to provide an innovative reference medium for aspiring animators. These videos supply all animators with advanced tools that reveal the subtle, yet crucial elements of human movement.

11/6/11 International Animation Day, FREE

Sunday, November 6 · 6:00pm - 8:00pm
The Five Spot, 1123 Euclid Ave NE, 30307

Tonight! Come celebrate International Animation Day with ASIFA ATLANTA.

Each year in October, ASIFA chapters all over the world collect their best locally produced animated short films and exchange with global partners. In recognition of International Animation Day, ASIFA Atlanta is screening selections from Portugal, Australia, Brazil, and Japan, this evening at 6pm at the Five Spot in Little Five Points. Selected short films include a variety of animation styles, including stop-motion, 3D, traditional and experimental techniques.

TONIGHT'S 1 HOUR PROGRAM:

Dukes of Broxstonia - Planet of Babies / Suren Perera / Australia

Wind's Embrace / José Miguel Ribeiro / Portugal

Pieces / Koji Yamamura / Japan

Sambatown / Cadu Macedo / Brazil

The Shoemaker / David Doutel Vasco Sá / Portugal

Brief Moments / Mírian Rolim / Brazil

Jaguar McGuire / SCAD Atlanta / Atlanta

An Untitled Film About Flying / Monica Ellis / Atlanta

Sumo Lake / Greg Holfeld / Australia

Flash / Glenn Hatton / Australia

Airport Tunnel / Victor Hugo / Portugal

Rippled / Darcy Prendegast / Australia

Event page on facebook!

12 n' 12: Animation Draw Challenge

12 n' 12: Animation Draw Challenge
Studio Outpost, Nov. 12 & 13/ 10a - 10p, Free & open to public
Registration Deadline: November 10, 2011

ASIFA-Atlanta presents "12 n' 12", the premiere animation draw challenge for Atlanta animators. Inspired by Scott McCloud's "24-Hour Comic", this 24-hour challenge has been split up into to separate days (12 hours each day).

Teams of no more than four will come together to create a one-of-a-kind animation for a local organization. The final animations will be compiled and shown during our December screening at the High Museum. Prizes will also be awarded to the winning team.

Food and supplies will be provided. To participate in the challenge, or find out more information, please send an email to allyssalewis@gmail.com with your:

1. Full Name
2. If you will be working alone, with a team, or if you would like to be placed on a team
3. Description of your animation experience
4. *Optional: Any samples of your work

~Join us! ~Meet local animators! ~Put you skills to the test!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
1. How much does it cost to participate?
--- Nothing. There is no cost required of participants.

2. Can I work from home?
--- Yes, but there are some special rules that you must follow. Please let us know if you plan to work from home.

3. What is the challenge going to be?
--- It is a secret. The release of the challenge will be 10am, Nov. 12th. No one will be given any information on the challenge until then.

4. Is it okay if I work with my non-animation friend?
---Yes, as long as one of you has experience with animation. The experienced person in each group will be considered the team leader and main point of contact. If there are multiple experienced animators in a group, then the group may decide on the leader.

5. Can I participate if I have never animated before?
--- Yes. Unfortunately, there will be no time to teach you how to animate during the challenge. If you do not know how to animate, you must join a team where someone does. No first-time animators will be allowed to work by themselves.

Industry Advice

Robert Paraguassu
After Effects & Cinema 4D Animator
Floyd County Productions

Question:
In this economy, what have you found to be the best technique to gain employment in the Atlanta animation industry?

Answer:
No matter what your skill level, learn Photoshop, After Effects, and either Cinema 4D or Maya. When asked, tell people you know those programs, and when offered a job using one of them, take it. You wouldn't believe how many people I recommended apply for a job, people without jobs, who turned it down.

If you are an artist and want to work in animation, learn the basics of those programs, and you can get a job. Put together a demo reel, a one-page resume, and send them out to all the studios in town. Write a brief, professional cover letter, and be specific about what you are interested in doing.

You may be an amazing designer, but not know after effects, but you can learn it easily. A lot of places are willing to train on the job.

Tip:
Never just show up to a studio. Every studio has a website and an e-mail address. If they're too busy to hire someone new, then they're too busy to talk to someone who's just walking in.

Also, be nice to everyone you talk to, assume that any one could be the person who will decide to hire you - no matter their sex, age, or appearance.

Member Speak

Jason Walling

2D Flash Animator

"I went into the FLUX event without any idea of what it was, and came out completely blown away. I immediately tried calling my friends, but with such short notice they were unable to come out. I'm going to try and organize a group for next year."