Animation Quote by Katsuhiro Otomo
“Approximately 400 cuts - that would make 25 percent of the total - use CGI. I worked on the Steamboy's animation production based on the usual handwriting method. Digital animation is just supplementary. I didn't do anything surprising, because the idea is to overcome the limitation of expressions done by handwriting with the help of CGI.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Discussing Steamboy Production, 2004
The creator explains that CGI was used to supplement traditional hand‑drawn animation, covering about a quarter of the work, to enhance expression beyond hand limits.
In simple terms: CGI supplements hand‑drawn animation for better expression.
Key Takeaway
Use CGI to complement, not replace, traditional techniques.
Themes
animation
technology
creativity
Mood
reflective
pragmatic
Type
technical
process
When to use this quote
- film production
- animation studios
- artistic workflow
- budget planning
Key Concepts
hand‑drawn
digital
expression
Questions to Reflect On
- How can teams balance hand‑drawn and CGI work?
- What are the risks of over‑using digital tools?
A Different Perspective
Relying on CGI can increase costs and may affect artistic consistency.
