Author Archives: Rodney

Several people have asked if I have any of my work online and I have had to admit that I don’t have much of a public presence.  I hope to remedy that while at the same time staying within the … Continue reading →

The theatrical version of Glen Keane’s upcoming interactive film ‘Duet’ has been released and here’s a drawing from it:   It is said that Glen is drawing 60fps but the timing chart seems to suggest something more akin to 32 … Continue reading →

Every cartoonist and animator should study… and enjoy… Pogo. This is the last tier of a comic page that demonstrates how bite-sized portions of a story can stand independently on their own. For the entire page:   For more Pogo … Continue reading →

There is scarcely a subject that cannot be mathematically treated and the effects calculated or the results determined beforehand from the available theoretical and practical data. The carrying out into practise of a crude idea as is being generally done … Continue reading →

The animation community has lost a dear friend. On 19 January 2014 Michael Sporn lost his three year battle with pancreatic cancer. I am greatly saddened by this news. Michael Barrier has a short bio and write up on Michael … Continue reading →

Andreas Deja continues to post outstanding works over at his blog. This short sequence of drawings comes from images he posted and I spent time putting together and investingating.  The drawings are by Ollie Johnston.  The color is not from … Continue reading →

I always enjoy ‘behind the scenes’ looks into production and I especially enjoy finding roughs and preparatory sketches that proceeded the final professional presentation. What it reminds us of is that these talented folks drew crude drawings, struggled to bring … Continue reading →

Hans Perk has been posting the drafts from Peter Pan over at his blog. If you don’t visit his blog on a regular basis… you are missing out. Gaining insight into animation production alone will be well worth your effort. … Continue reading →

I’ve joined in the support of Michel Gagne’s short film which is to be a four minute hand drawn animated film.  I recommend you do the same. Saga of Rex Kickstarter As the project has already reached it’s first goal … Continue reading →

It’s no secret that the Disney film ‘Robin Hood’ is a favorite of mine. Every time I see it, or artwork from the movie, I’m reminded why. Andreas Deja has recently been posting artwork and animation from the film on … Continue reading →