Teresa Falcone: From Character Performer to Pixar Animator

Explore the journey of Teresa Falcone, whose transition from performer to Pixar Animator offers valuable insights into careers in animation.

Martin Scalzotto: A Global Animation Career Across 4 Continents

Sony Pictures Imageworks Senior Animator Martin Scalzotto shares his global animation story – from Argentina to Indonesia, France, the United Kingdom, Spain, and Canada!

How 1st Grade Sketches and a Chance Encounter Led Ricky Robinson to a Career as a Senior Game Animator

Animation Mentor Alumni Ricky Robinson on his journey to becoming a Senior Animator at Warner Bros. Games.

How an Animation Mentor Alum became an Annie Awards-nominee for Stop Motion

Animation Mentor alumni Rich Farris discusses his Annie Awards nomination and path from 3D animation student to stop motion film director.

Behind the Screen with Annie Awards-nominated Alum Prashanth Cavale

Animation Mentor Alumni Prashanth Cavale on his Annie Awards nomination and techniques he used animating DreamWorks Animation’s top films.

The Pros and Cons of Large vs. Small Animation Studios

Mentor Tim Ingersoll may work at DreamWorks now, but he’s worked at a variety of studios throughout his career! We asked if he prefers working at large or small studios and here’s what he had to say.

Q&A with Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse Animator Nick Kondo

Animation Mentor sat down with alumnus and Sony animator Nick Kondo to hear about his work on the Oscar-winning Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.

For answers to these and other important questions, read 5 Reasons Why 3D Animators Should Know Autodesk Maya.

Q&A with Liron Topaz: Lead Animator and Director at DreamWorks Animation

Liron Topaz, Lead Animator at DreamWorks Animation, shares character animation tips and the best advice he’s ever gotten.

How to Become an Animator with Sir Wade: A YouTuber’s Journey

Animation Mentor alumnus and YouTuber Sir Wade shares his student experience and talks about his journey to become an animator.

Q&A with Lion King Animator Natalia Falowska

Framestore animator Natalia Falowksa chats about her work on The Lion King, her time at two large VFX studios, and her school experience!

First up is DreamWorks animator Tim Ingersoll with tips on animating Sadness! 🙁