Blue Sky Studios animator Alena Wooten hangs out in a simulation of her workspace, as seen in the exhibition "'Ice Age' to the Digital Age." Photo ©Norman Rockwell Museum. All rights reserved.

Thinking of a career in animation? Enjoy this inside look at animation today with the talented artists of Blue Sky Studios, creators of such acclaimed feature length films as Robots, Ice Age, Rio, and more. Outstanding professionals will discuss the narrative, artistic, and technical skills that make 21st century animation possible, and explore the range of opportunities available to aspiring creators. Talks and exhibition tours will provide a rare chance to connect with an accomplished team of artists working in diverse aspects of the field. Representatives from The Fashion Institute of Technology, Hartford Art School, Springfield College, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst will also be on hand to discuss college animation programs for interested students. Free with Museum admission.

Blue Sky Studios animators scheduled to appear:

Brian Anderson, rigging
William Frake III, story and layout artist
Sabine Heller, character technical director
Aditi Kapoor, materials technical director
Antelmo Villarreal, assembly technical director

Blue Sky Studios website: www.blueskystudios.com

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