Animation Quote by Andreas Deja
“I usually get involved in the interviews about the animators and the filmmaking in general, because I had a chance.I got to know, not only Marc Davis, but Frank Thomas, Artie Johnson, Ward Kimball, all these great animators, and just ask them all these questions about how they did certain things, what their trials and errors were, the ups and downs.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Animation Talk, 2015
The speaker discusses interviewing legendary animators to learn their techniques, challenges, and experiences.
In simple terms: He talks to famous animators to learn how they worked.
Key Takeaway
Seek mentorship from experts.
Themes
animation
learning
history
craft
interviews
Mood
curious
inspired
Type
educational
historical
When to use this quote
- film school
- career development
- creative problem solving
- documentary research
Key Concepts
storytelling
technique
creative process
Questions to Reflect On
- What specific lesson from these animators can you apply today?
- How do you balance tradition with innovation?
A Different Perspective
Personal anecdotes may not generalize to all animation styles.
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