Creating Animated Cartoons with Character: A Guide to Developing and Producing Your Own Series for TV, the Web, and Short Film
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Book Synopsis: From the Emmy Award-winning creator of Rocko's Modern Life and Camp Lazlo comes Creating Animated Cartoons with Character, a comprehensive, fully illustrated guide to creating and producing a successful animated series for television, short film, and the Web. Joe Murray offers his substantial wisdom and expertise – honed from more than twenty years in the business – in creating and producing characters adn stories in an authoritative yet conversational narrative that answers such questions as: How do you create good characters? How do you conceive the world they inhabit and tell their stories? And once you've breathed life into your ideas, how do you successfully pitch your series to a network?
This book won't tell you what characters to create or how to draw them. What it will do is guide you in discovering and exploring your own creative sweet spots and help you to navigate the process that links your unique artistic vision with the realities of producing a commerical cartoon. Packed with art and photos from Murray's many film and television projects, as well as behind-the-scenes anecdotes and insider advice from such highly successful contemporaries as Steve Hillenburg (SpongeBob Squarepants), Everett Peck (Duckman), and Craig McCracken (The Powerpuff Girls and Foster’s Home for Imaginary Friends), this book explores in detail the importance of character and story hooks; how to put together pitch materials; what goes into producing a series pilot; and how to build the best creative team to produce your show. Whether you're an aspiring cartoonist, experienced animator, hardcore fan, or you simply like to draw and tell stories, Creating Animated Cartoons with Character is the ultimate entrée into the world of animated cartooning from a master of the craft.
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Are you an aspiring cartoonist or animator with a dream of creating your own successful animated series? Look no further! Introducing "Creating Animated Cartoons with Character: A Guide to Developing and Producing Your Own Series for TV, the Web, and Short Film" by Joe Murray, the Emmy Award-winning creator of Rocko's Modern Life and Camp Lazlo. This comprehensive guide is fully illustrated and packed with insider advice from industry experts, providing you with the knowledge and tools to bring your creative vision to life.
Unlock your creative potential as Murray shares his wisdom and expertise, accumulated over twenty years in the business. Learn how to create captivating characters that will resonate with audiences, and develop unique storytelling techniques to engage and entertain. Discover the secrets to successfully pitching your series to television networks, ensuring your cartoon reaches a wide audience.
This isn't just a book about drawing or character design - it's a roadmap to producing a commercial cartoon. With captivating visuals and behind-the-scenes anecdotes, Murray takes you on a journey through the entire production process. Learn about the importance of character and story hooks, gain valuable insights into putting together pitch materials, and understand what it takes to produce a series pilot that stands out from the competition.
But Murray doesn't stop there. He also dives into the art of building a strong creative team, offering advice from highly successful contemporaries such as Steve Hillenburg, Everett Peck, and Craig McCracken. Discover how to assemble a group of talented individuals who can bring your animated series to life with passion and precision.
Whether you're an experienced animator, a cartoon enthusiast, or simply enjoy telling stories through art, "Creating Animated Cartoons with Character" is the ultimate resource for entering the world of animated cartooning. Don't miss this chance to learn from a master of the craft and turn your dreams into reality. Get your copy now!
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