The Fundamentals of Animation by Paul Wells

The Fundamentals of Animation by Paul Wells

Discusses the key principles and processes involved in animation; exploring the entirety of the creative process, from finding and researching a concept, through the preparation and techniques used, to the execution of the work. Each stage is presented in an engaging visual style, accompanied by examples and analysis of contemporary student and commercial animation. The book also discusses the links between animation and the styles and narratives of other areas of popular culture, aligning theory and ideas to practical advice. A section for aspiring animators examines career paths, portfolios and the structure of the creative industries.

'The book is terrificBeyond being a textbook, it strikes me as being a very rich resource for animators and film-makers ... The material is serious yet highly approachable ... The book is a bargain, especially as an academic text.' Thomas Castillo, University of Arizona, USA. 'Intelligently organized and lavishly illustrated, The Fundamentals of Animation is distinguished from most how-to-animate guides for being multidimensional in approach and multivalent in function ... Wells's book teaches its users not only to do, but to think animation.' Victoria Meng, Animation Journal, 2006. 'Very impressed. Seems clear and concise. I think my students will find it very useful and informative. Visually pleasing with bite-sized bits of information.' Tom Ingham, Cambridge School of Visual and Performing Arts, UK. 'A good introductory text to animation. Very useful tips on creating characters and storylines. Practical tutorials to engage students in practice. Well designed. Very readable language.' Victor Valbuena, Republic Polytechnic, Singapore.

Paul Wells is a professor of animation at Loughborough University, UK. He has also lectured extensively in universities across the world on animation and has spoken at numerous animation festivals and events. His special interests include animation and broadcasting and he is a regular contributor to publications in the field of animation.

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ISBN 13	9782940373024
ISBN 10	2940373027
Titel	The Fundamentals of Animation
Autor	Paul Wells
Serie	Fundamentals
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Bindungsart	Paperback
Verlag	Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Erscheinungsjahr	2006-07-24
Seitenanzahl	196
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