F rom the whimsical world of talking animals to the heart-tugging tales of abstract emotions, animation has the power to transport us into realms beyond our imagination. This magic is celebrated every year at the Oscars, where the Academy Award for Animated Short Film shines a spotlight on the most innovative and emotional mini-masterpieces of the industry. In this article, we are going to delve into the fascinating universe of these award-winning animated shorts, with a comprehensive list of all winners and an in-depth ranking of the top ten that have left a lasting impression on audiences worldwide. Continue reading…
The Academy Award for Best Animated Feature has been presented annually since 2002, recognizing outstanding achievements in animated cinema. Over the years, the award has gone to some of the most beloved and groundbreaking animated films of all time. Whether you're a die-hard animation fan or simply curious about the genre, this is the ultimate guide to the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature Film.Continue reading Academy Award for Best Animated Feature Film — Full List
Animation movies are exciting and captivating; however, there is a lot more that goes into creating them than merely sketching and drawing characters. The process of developing an animated movie involves three main stages, pre-production, production, and post-production. Each stage is crucial in its own right, but in this article, we are going to focus on pre-production. Let’s dive in. Continue reading What is Pre-Production in Animation — Process Explained
In the previous post, we covered the basics behind animatics (including the difference between a storyboard and animatic). Now that we have our foundation on animatics, let’s get into more detail on how to make one.The question now becomes: How to make an animatic?In this article, we’re going to discuss strategies and tips to get the most out of the animatics process. We’re also going to walk through the process of using StudioBinder to create an animatic storyboard, step-by-step.Continue reading How to Make an Animatic: A Step-by-Step Guide
What is tweening? This animation technique has undergone quite a substantial evolution over the years to its name, methods, and implementation. We’ll start out by defining tweening in animation, then we’ll look back at the origins of tweening before examining how the technique is now utilized by modern animators.Continue reading What is Tweening in Animation — Origins and Process Explained
Storyboarding is something that can be done in all types of visual mediums, whether it’s a movie, show, or commercial. They make it easy to visualize what you want to see on-screen, which can save you a lot of time with staging, editing, and shooting. And while storyboards aren’t mandatory when making a movie, they can be if that movie is animated. So what is an animation storyboard and what makes it so different from storyboards used for live-action works? We’ll dig into that, along with tips and tricks on how to storyboard an animation.Continue reading Animation Storyboard — Tips,…
What is cel animation? For that matter, what is traditional animation? And, how does it differ from other animation methods? There are many forms and types of animating moving images but this was one of the first. And it was the dominant method for decades until computers got involved. We’ll be answering all of these questions, taking a look at the history of cel animation, and examining the role it plays today as animation technology continues to progress. Continue reading What is Cel Animation — Examples, Techniques & History
Have you ever wondered what exactly keyframes are? How about the difference between keyframes in animation vs. keyframes in video editing? The two are different but might be more interconnected than you realize. In this post, we’ll be covering everything you need to know about keyframes.Continue reading What are Keyframes in Animation — Origins and Modern Uses
Hayao Miyazaki is regarded as one of the greatest directors in the history of animation. Over 50+ years, Miyazaki made some of the most critically-lauded animated films; earning him numerous awards, including an honorary Oscar for “inspiring generations of artists to work in the medium and illuminate its limitless potential.” We’re going to rank the best Hayao Miyazaki movies by way of three criteria: story, animation, and direction. By the end, you’ll know the great films in an oeuvre of cinema classics.Continue reading Best Hayao Miyazaki Movies — Celebrating a Life in Animation
Animated music videos: you love them. I love them. They’re the perfect form for bridging the gap between the poetic realism of music and the surrealist imagery we construct through lyrics. We’re going to break down a variety of the best animated music videos by looking at what makes them tick. By the end, you might be inspired to make your own animated music video!Continue reading Best Animated Music Videos of All Time — Top 20 List
