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An Evening with Legendary Disney Animator Dan Haskett

An Evening with Legendary Disney Animator Dan Haskett

Over the past 30 years, the art and techniques of animation have changed drastically. The advent of computer animation ushered in ‘better and faster’ ways to work. But at what cost? How did it affect the art of animation?
In this month’s motion+connect, Legendary Disney Animator, Dan Haskett shares his views and insights on the current [...]

Concept Vehicle Design Using Maya

Concept Vehicle Design Using Maya

Join us for motion+connect!
Concept Vehicle Design in 2D and 3D Using Sketchbook, Maya and Mudbox
Marcel de Jong is a visionary when it comes to his concept vehicle designs. His inspired designs simply state, ‘what if?’ and ‘why not?’ From his ‘Maasai’ motorcycle that Batman would drool over, to his ‘futuristic’ bomber that looks like…well, [...]

Ex’pression Students Sweep Interstitial Competition

Ex’pression Students Sweep Interstitial Competition

We are continually amazed by the talent we see in the up-and-coming members of the motion community . . . students! This year we provided two unique opportunities for students to have their work seen at motion09.

second place: Alyx Loos

second place: Alyx Loos

Congratulations to Alyx Loos, a senior at Ex’pression College for Digital Arts in Emeryville, CA

Lisa Hetherington takes third place

Lisa Hetherington takes third place

Congratulations to Lisa Hetherington, a senior at Ex’pression College for Digital Arts in Emeryville, CA

introducing the rockstars of motion09

introducing the rockstars of motion09

motion09 is an event that inspires.
Once a year, animators, motion graphics artists, title designers, visual effects (VFX) artists and broadcast designers come together to share their skills, work, and professional insights at this unique summit.
Industry professionals and students spend four days together in a collaborative environment designed for experiencing and participating in the creative process.
And [...]

yU+co’s Synderela Peng: keynote speaker at motion09

yU+co’s Synderela Peng: keynote speaker at motion09

motion09 is honored to announce yU+co.’s Synderela Peng

Dan Haskett: The Art of Expressive Animation

Dan Haskett: The Art of Expressive Animation

Dan Haskett is a master animator with four decades in the business

Stanton Cruse: Flash for Broadcast Quality Animation

Stanton Cruse: Flash for Broadcast Quality Animation

Flash animation expert and founder of High Bar Films in Los Angeles


Brad Swardson: A Mix of 3D and Motion Graphics

Brad Swardson: A Mix of 3D and Motion Graphics

Brad Swardson, had a passion for computer animation and special effects since before he knew what it was.

Phil Nibbelink: Going Indie with Animation

Phil Nibbelink: Going Indie with Animation

Former Disney animator, Phil Nibbelink, now makes his own films.

Cedric Hohnstadt on Character Design: Mascots

Cedric Hohnstadt on Character Design: Mascots

Illustrator, Cedric Hohnstadt’s specialty is character design.

ex'pression students take top honors

ex'pression students take top honors

Ex’Pression College for Digital Arts – part of the motion community

Tina Chen 2009 Reel

Tina Chen 2009 Reel

A graduated from Ex’pression College for Digital Arts, Tina was an attendee last year at motion08.

Jamie Caliri's :60 for United Airlines – 'Heart'

Jamie Caliri's :60 for United Airlines – 'Heart'

Last year at motion08, Jamie Caliri surprised and amazed the audience.

zappings

zappings

This whimsical animation created by ikso studio brought a smile to my face.

Brandon Sugiyama: Showreel

Brandon Sugiyama: Showreel

A look at Brandon Sugiyama’s reel. Brandon is a recent graduate of Ex’pression College for Digital Arts.

Mark Coleran: On Screen Design

Mark Coleran: On Screen Design

Mark Coleran’s screen designs appear in The Bourne Ultimatum, Mission Impossible 3

Jamie Caliri: The Art of Stop Motion Animation

Jamie Caliri: The Art of Stop Motion Animation

Jamie Caliri is a storytelling genius who connects with his audience

Chris & Trish Meyer on After Effects

Chris & Trish Meyer on After Effects

An interview Chris and Trish Meyer – the After Effects experts.

Zoa Martinez :: Design Made to Move

Zoa Martinez :: Design Made to Move

An interview with Zoa Martinez from Zona Design. Design Made to Move.

You are now watching: Imaginary Forces Karin Fong to present opening keynote at motion09

Karin_Fong_photomotion09 is honored to announce its most recent rock-star in our 2009 lineup – Karin Fong!

From the landmarks of Las Vegas to the screens big and small, audiences around the world have enjoyed Karin’s work. Karin directs and designs for a wide range of projects, spanning the worlds of fashion, entertainment, advertising, live-action direction, art, experience design and environmental installations. Whether directing military soldiers or stop motion claymation figures, Karin’s work carries a unique stamp.

Karin is is one of the founding members of  Imaginary Forces – an award winning visual effects firm with a reel that includes some of film’s most impressive work including Terminator Salvation, Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen, The Pink Panther 2, Ray, Definitely Maybe and Charlotte’s Web to name a few.

fong5One of their recent projects was for Terminator Salvation (view motion.tv article). The piece was entitled “Machine Vision”.  In this project, their challenge was to conceptualize how the Terminator robots would see the world. Imaginary Forces broke down the visual spectrum to design Machine Vision, developing the language of these special effects sequences. Using new tools for IF, such as a depth cameras that breaks down footage into data point 3-D imaging, Machine Vision creates a terrifying new take on these killer robots.

fong6On the lighter side, Karin directed the title sequence for Sony Picture’s The Pink Panther 2.  Her efforts did not go unnoticed. Legendary film critic Roger Ebert said of the titles: “I was smiling all the way through the opening credits of The Pink Panther 2. They made me miss the golden age of credits.”

Karin’s interest in pushing the boundaries of cinema has resulted in creating film and video installations for a variety of architectural and theatrical sites, including Las Vegas, Lincoln Center, and the Los Angeles Opera. Meanwhile, her expertise in both live action and design ultimately led to directing television commercials for such clients as Target, Honda, Sears, and Herman Miller.

fong2Her work in designing television titles earned her an Emmy Award for Masterpiece Theatre’s American Collection and a nomination for the hit NBC series Chuck.

Karin Fong is a director and designer based in New York City. A native Californian, Karin studied Art at Yale, with a concentration in Graphic Design. After successfully creating an animated alphabet book for her senior project, she began her career as an animator on the WGBH television program Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego? From that point forward, Karin was hooked on creating work that combines live action, design, and animation.

fong3Recently named one the Top 100 Most Creative People in Business by Fast Company magazine, Karin has had work in the Cooper Hewitt National Design Museum, Artists Space, and The Wexner Center, as well as in numerous publications on film and design. Currently, Karin is on the faculty at the Yale School of Art where she teaches in the MFA program.

motion09 welcomes Karin Fong to the stage!

speaking at motion09
Karin Fong will be one of the ‘rock stars’ at motion09

10.11 – 10.14 2009 | abq | nm
motion
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