Podenco – a quick interview

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I present to you Antoni Sendra, aka PODENCO, a freelance director from Spain specialized in mixed media animation. And this is the quick interview. How and why did your journey into animation begin? I started adding animation to my filmmaking skills in 2012. As a filmmaker, I wasn’t happy with the projects I was developing.…

The Origins of Stop Motion: From the Early Days to the 1980s

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Stop motion animation is a filmmaking technique that has fascinated audiences for over a century. By manipulating objects frame by frame, filmmakers create the illusion of movement, leading to some of the most iconic and beloved films in cinema history. This article explores the origins of stop motion, from its earliest experiments to its development…

Clapham Road Studio – a quick interview

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Clapham Road Studios has been home to the production of well over 1000 commercials and promos in the last thirty years, including adverts for John Lewis, Coca Cola, Loewe, Starbucks, Nike, Google, Greenpeace, Lego and Chipotle to name but a few. Here’s a quick interview. How and why did your journey into animation begin? Our…

MARTYNA KOLENIEC – a quick interview

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Martyna is a Polish self-taught stop motion director. Since 2016 she has been immersed in different animation techniques, creating music videos, commercials and TV spots from scratch. She does everything from writing and puppet making to animation and editing. the interview: How and why did your journey into animation begin? Many years ago, my teacher…

The Importance of Small Donations in Creating Animated Short Films

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In today’s world, the creation of artistic content, such as animated short films, has radically changed thanks to platforms that allow creators to connect directly with their audience. In this context, small donations play a crucial role, offering not only financial support but also creative freedom. Artistic Freedom: An Invaluable Gift When it comes to…