Animation Guild | We are 839 Digital Magazine
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SPRING 2022 3 I S S U E 1 7 4 FROM THE PRESIDENT 7 EDITOR'S NOTE 9 ART & CRAFT Old microbiology slides inspire Colleen McAllister's wacky science art. 10 FRAME X FRAME Benson Shum uses his animation background to bring his kids' books to life. 12 THE CLIMB Characters' feelings drive Alonso Ramirez Ramos' love of animation. 15 DIALOGUE Jeannette Lara and Michael J. Beall share thoughts on creating community. 18 THE LOCAL Passion and commitment are the foundation of TAG's Tactical Action Group. 40 TRIBUTE Honoring those who have passed. 42 FINAL NOTE Animator Amy Smeed reflects on the 15th anniversary of Meet the Robinsons. CONTENTS FRAME X FRAME FEATURES 42 36 20 TURNING THE PAGE Books have been a source for the screen since the dawn of animated movies. Not only does this transformation require the ability to respect the original material, but it also demands the vision to create something new. 30 WISE COUNSEL Finding someone to help guide your career isn't always easy, but as six TAG members attest, when the right mentor meets the right mentee, the result can be life changing. 36 GAME CHANGERS Inspired by a popular video game, The Cuphead Show! TV series is a throwback to rubber hose animation among other classic influences. As for its plots, character is key, with the sophistication expected from modern-day viewers. 20 30 Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs image courtesy of Sony Pictures Animation SPRING 2022 3