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I HATE THIS GUY. Seriously. I quit, LOL.I discovered Kim Jung Gi during my years living in South Korea when I came across his first sketchbook in '09. It was a blue and red bible of non-stop art. it made me cry. SEEING him do what he does, however, makes me contemplating giving up art altogether, lol. T________T #SoGood

Want to make an Anime? Dai Sato tells you how.I know there are a lot of foreign art/animation fans here on DA, fans of works and artists from Europe and Japan. Dai Sato, the legendary writer for classic, foreign TV shows such as COWBOY BEBOP, GHOST IN THE SHELL and WOLF'S RAIN explains the process of creating an animated series in japan. Take notes for you students/fans out there and enjoy!

PART 1.:
PART2:

TO THE ASPIRING ARTISTS OUT THERE.....

DO YOU LIKE TO DRAW FANART?"What is FAN ART? Fan art is a statement saying: ' I LOVE YOU.' "
Like to DRAW & SELL art of characters that you don't own on DeviantArt, et al?
Know the IP laws and fan art laws. This is important to DA fan artists.

ANIME CURRICULUM?If there were an Art University in America that decided to introduce a "ANIME PRINCIPLES" class in their animation program, A class that would not only cover the art of creating TV production/feature anime, art history and it's understanding, but taught by, say-- Peter Chung-- with special periodical class visits throughout the semester by Japanese Animation Directors from Gainax, Madhouse, Studio Pierrot, Bones, Ghibli and Production I.G. ( with english translators of course) with the final thesis of a 3 minute short to be shown to them for judging. And the top graduates were to be awarded and a year internship at any of these studios,
Would you attend something like that? or not?
Why?

TO THE ASPIRING ARTISTS OUT THERE...." I haven't reached the point where I think I'm good at this. that's the drive. i know that its in me to be really good at it. and i think i've come close a few times, but i don't usually look at things i've completed and feel content. Which that means the next thing you start, you go in with that attitude that 'this time, I'm gonna get it right.' it doesnt mean you hate everything you do, but i'm never content. And maybe i never will be but i secretly know that that's what makes you grow." - Jamie Hewlett

WANT TO KNOW HOW TOUGH BEING A MANGA ARTIST IS?Here's a schedule breakdown of the average week for a working Mangaka in Tokyo.

how bad do you want it?

Good luck on your projects!!!!!

Disneys PAPERMAN : 2D and CGI FEELSDirected by John Kahrs, Disney has just posted the complete film online. Pretty much the greatest blending of 2D/CGI compositing i've ever seen. Brings back the feel of how powerful 2D is ( when it isn't being talked down next to CGI). Brilliant stuff!
The Making of PAPERMAN:

Experiment Part 1: Training Your EyeSo my buddy *karuvan is trying to learn how to draw properly. He's been on a roll as far as progressing. But he's stuck at a standstill. This is an experiment that I've done with him and that he's working on in order to train his eye. I decided to share the conversation and experiment with you guys for you all to apply to your study habits and advancement in drawing and art.
Read on!
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Karuvan: I randomly drew over my old pic. Ain't gonna do it over, was just curious on how much I could have done better.
Robaato: Quick question... like... who's work at this point do you really want yours to be close to? I'm tryna gauge what level you're trying to achieve.
K: lol... Joel is becoming a huge influence.
R: Ok. I have a test for you.
K: Ok.
R: I want you to replicate this picture exactly as it is to the best of your ability:

TO THE ASPIRING ARTISTS OUT THERE....

Animation/Art/Career/etc. Q and A?I've been working since graduating more than 4 years now, and I've improved a lot over these years. It's a very different environment from college to professional studio work. I have friends that graduated same year as me but some quit animation entirely and some are still trying to find an entry level job. I flew out to LA from NYC 1 month after graduating, for an internship at Titmouse, when there were merely 20-ish people around. I was hired after two months of testing, and my first job was a clean-up artist/animation in betweenner.
a little side story, I signed up for "animation" major thinking it's 3d for game cinematics, and it turned out to be on paper, stayed 4 years, 3d seemed pretty technical as to learning the programs and know how to use it. Drawing is more... fun... and direct. Then I watched animation films like Ghost in the Shell, Jin Roh, Ninja Scroll... etc.
If anyone would like to ask any animation related questions pls comment below and I'd be happy to answer them.

Beginners Guide to Creating Manga Art
Hi guys,
The "Beginner's Guide to Creating Manga Art", which I had an honor to participate in, is now on pre-order and will be released around 14th March 2013.
This book features many interesting tips and detailed tutorials from talent artists, starting from basic character design and progressing to full color images, in an increasingly popular art form Manga.
The price is £15.99 and the first 200 pre-orders will get an A5 Sketchbook and Mechanical pencil. Get your copy now at: http://shop.3dtotal.com/books/3dtotalpublishing/beginners-guide-manga.html#t1

Rat Rage Special Soundtrack!Rat Rage news!
A while back, I stated that I wanted to have a special soundtrack to accompany the book when it drops. Well, I found a composer to team up with on it!
Surasshu (One 1/2 of Yogurtbox) will be manning the ship on the soundtrack, which will feature character themes, set piece melodies, and an overall jazzy (and hip-hop fuzed!), vidya-game influenced listening experience.
Here are a few tracks from his portfolio reel so you can anticipate the awesomeness:
Turbo Run (Arcade Racer type)
Dungeon Level 2 (Etrian Odys

GOODBYE 2011....Although i know it's not quite the end and we've still got 8 days before this year is considered  irrelevant, i've looked back at some things that have happened this year that have more or less affected the lives of many...
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- Southern Sudan holds a referendum on independence. The Sudanese electorate votes in favour of independence, paving the way for the creation of the new state in July.
-  Flooding and mudslides in the Brazilian state of Rio de Janeiro kills 903 people.
- The Tunisian government falls after a month of increasingly violent protests; President Zine El Abidine Ben Ali flees to Saudi Arabia after 23 years in power.
- 37 people are killed and more than 180 others wounded in a bombing at Domodedovo International Airport in Moscow, Russia.
-  Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak resigns after widespread protests calling for his departure, leaving

Open Discussion: Feelings & ArgumentsOpen Discussion
Instead of having conversations via poll, I thought we'd start simply talking here. About issues facing comickers. About anything! And while I personally do advocate clean talking, I also want to touch upon the tough issues and raw feelings. The Internet is a rough and tough place, and we all have bad days, bad moments, and temper tantrums from time to time. You can't after all, help how you feel about certain things! So... I'd like to talk! What do you think?
Starter topics:

How to take a compliment? What kinds of responses are best? Is there a delicate balance

What is the difference between real crit and trolling? Should there be a line? How should it be dealt with? How do YOU deal with it?

Does it bother you when artists doesn't respond to your comments, even when you're a zealous fan of their work?

Do you ever assume an artist is arrogant/uppity? Is it fair/unfair to assume some

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by `LeSeanThomas, Sep 16, 2012, 7:56:53 PM
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Listening to: INCEPTION: THE MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK
Reading: Blade Runner
Watching: BLACK DYNAMITE SEASON FINALE
Playing: POSSUM
Eating: WACK ARTISTS ALIVE
Drinking: WATER

It's been a while since i've shared some of my favorite deviants. Here's a list of talent that some of you may or may not be aware of that i've been drooling over lately. I love this place!

Check 'em out!:

Fabian Schlaga. LEGEND. If you haven't heard of this guy, you're missing out!

Saspy's work is amazing. The female mega-talent from Italy shows no sign of slowing down with her bright and fun approaches to character design, expressions and energy.

Joel is currently my FAVORITE ARTIST on Deviantart. Just flip through his gallery and you might find yourself there all day.

French Artist who worked on online games and flash shorts such as WAKFU is not to be missed. serious talent here

Rikkitikki's light hearted animation influence illustrations are something to fall in love with. He's got a detective concept he's been playing with that shows the main characters quite often and i usually fave when he draws them. His infatuation with Audrey Hepburn is one worth watching. Gorgeous stuff.

Simply amazing. Not much more to be said.

Togatsuko's anime-inspired versins of xmen characters such as Gambit rocks my face in all sorts of ways!

Cassandra Poulson's works are as elegant as she is herself. Do yourself a favor and head on over to see this young lady's creative prowess on full display

If Marvel holla'd at Ricken to do a run on a book, i would actually consider buying a Marvel comic again.This Japanese monster's fan arts of everything from DC to Kick Ass's HIt-Girl fan art is something to behold. check it out!

Rad Sechrist is a storyboard artist Dreamworks animation. This guy's work is just simple, fun and full of skill.

Raul, a mexican comic book artist pretty much puts most guys to shame with his detailed environments, characters & personalities.

Ryu Kihyun, is HYEONG. That is all.

Cellar's works make me cry. If you enjoy crying and mind-boggling work, see his page now!

Chase Conley otherwise known as Saint Chase is a problem. The current Supervising CHaracter Designer of Adult Swim's hit show "Black Dynamite: The ANimated Series" is scary good. Go say hi!

Chris Copeland is a sleeping giant. What he's got bubbling in the pot is gonna pretty much blow everybody away. I can't wait to see what he does next.

Christian Nauk is a badass. because i said so. Also go see his page...because i said so!

Ronald Wimberley, aka D-Pi, you should know by now. If you don't then you suck at life. His Graphic Novel "Prince Of Cats" is out now, too. If you didn't know that either, then you suck at life.

Dan-Duncan's run on TMNT has gotten me excited to one day draw the heroes in a half-shell again. Really really great work!

Dan Norton was the Art Director on WB's THUNDERCATS series. His page is LITTERED with conceptual art from the TCATS show. If you're a fan, you need to get on over there and sing his praises!

Feerik is a FA-REEK of nature. Just look through his gallery and you'll see what im talkin' about!

Fil Barlow is part of your childhood. Why? Because he's only worked on damned-near EVERY classic american cartoon from the 80s there is. his Real Ghostbusters character designs and art are out of this world!!

Studio MIR staff director Han Kwang iL is an animation director on The Legend of Korra season 1. ANd now an animation director for The Boondocks season 4. Go bow before him!

Gandlot....there are no words. I need to holla at him for a Cannon busters feature. He's just too good.

GOD TAIL. WHy we didn't holla at him to Provide some Black Dynamite work is beyond me. The guy SCREAMS koike! So good!!!

Hadesha, the swedish super talent specializes in detailed illustrations and paintings. super duper good.

I've known Hugh electronically for some time. He's grown immensely. Brings a tear to my eye. Watch him now!

Jeff Wamester makes me feel lazy. This guy is just a drawing machine and is really heating things up lately. Keep an eye out for this guy!

Joaquim Dos Santos, aka 2-Cents is the Executive Producer/Director of The Legend of Korra series. He's one the TOP guys working in TV animation production today. Watch him

Karla Diaz's fun, bubbly drawings are probably like her personality. Each line is filled with fun and confidence which makes her work super appealing. Definitely peep her out!

Khary Randolph, aka, Kharupt may be familiar, but that doesn't mean he's to be slept on. This guy has been a machine for the better half of 2011-2012 and from the looks of things i don't think he'll be slowing down anytime soon. Master illustrator, awesome storyteller and all around cool Boston cat, this guy gets it done. Watch him!

KNK's just amazing. WHat she does that i love most, are her brilliant fan arts of classic american kids shows like "Hey Arnold" "Avatar:The Last Airbender" & "RECESS" always give me a bit of nostalgia.

Seung Kim is HYEONG. That is all.

Phil Bourassa is an Emmy-award-winning character designer for WB's popular TV series "YOUNG JUSTICE." SCARY-GOOD!!!!!

: KMYG aka Yusuke Kozaki the character designer and illustrator from japan, most known for her work on the anime SPEED GRAPHER, and video games, NO MORE HEROES& AWAKENING. Super serious!

Lauren Montgomery is in a class by herself. Producer Director of various WB DTVS ( Superman: DoomsDay, Green Lantern: First Flight, Wonder Woman) is one of the top talents working in TV animation production today. She's currently a producer on The Legend of Korra. And she loves The Little Mermaid. CHeck her out!

Nasou is a BEAST. From Lupin, to speed racer, her paints, illustrations and overall drawing style is so inspiring to me.

Nelson Blake, a super talented illustrator for Top Cow is crving a path of his own, all to unique from others. Keep an eye for this guys name in the next year or so!

Sy057's fan arts are a notch above the rest. His Naruto stuff in particular rocks faces!

Brianne Drouhard is an incredibly creative and talented animator working for Warner Bros animation studios. Unicorns, Titans and all types of goodies to be had on her page. check her out!!!!

Phobs, is one word: BRILLIANT. Inspiration for days!

Mr. Sharknife himself, Mr. Corey Lewis The Reyyy. This guys work needs a certain retinal processor in order to get the full scope of face-rocking-ness that will transpire as you sift through his gallery.

Kenneth Loh is beast mode. That is all.