Comments on: Show 010 - Eamonn Butler, Part One

By: Clay

Clay — Tue, 11 Dec 2007 19:01:07 +0000

Jimmy - thanks for that. You didn’t have to, but I’m glad you said it!

Chris - I’m late in responding to your late comment. Felidae is one I haven’t seen, but if I ever come across it, I’ll give it a gander.

By: Chris Sobieniak

Chris Sobieniak — Mon, 09 Oct 2006 06:13:50 +0000

Although I know I’m REALLY LATE in leaving a comment here, I just wanted to state that I’ve seen “Felidae” and actually enjoyed it! It has never been released in the US, although an English-dubbed version of the film exists. After watching the film I had to track down a copy of the original novel to read as well (a lot more descriptive and thorough than what could be put on film but it was worth it). Too bad we haven’t seen anything like that being made over here, or I probably wouldn’t have lost too much interest in domestic animation as I have a fondness for foreign-produced works.

Being reminded of also having to see Disney’s “Dinosaurs” in the backseat of my sister’s boyfriend’s car or such when they decided to take me to see that film at a drive-in way back then. I don’t know if I had a headache or neckache due to the cramped nature of my predictament!

By: Jimmy

Jimmy — Wed, 08 Feb 2006 04:49:50 +0000

Hey Clay,

Excellent job man! I love these! They are such an inspiration. I listen to them when I am animating and they really seem to help me stay focused when I am straying. You’re doing a good thing! Keep it up!

Jimmy

By: AnimationPodcaster

AnimationPodcaster — Mon, 30 Jan 2006 22:07:16 +0000

Brenton - It’s been said before and I’m sure we’ll hear it in future interviews: work where you can and always improve your skills. Good luck at CubeVision and have a great time. That’s why we do this, right?

Anthea - Thanks for commenting! Although, you could have just walked down the hall and thanked me.

-Clay

By: anthea

anthea — Sun, 29 Jan 2006 18:26:51 +0000

Hi Clay,

Thanks so much for this podcast, truly inspiring stuff. I love hearing about all the different paths each animator has taken to get to where they are. It’s amazing what you can learn on your way, as they say…it’s the journey…

By: Brenton Simpson

Brenton Simpson — Sun, 29 Jan 2006 17:35:12 +0000

Another interesting show.

I listened to it on the freeway last weekend. I think it’s funny that you guys were talking about getting your foot in the door any place you can and keeping your eye on the prize. I almost had a job at JibJab, but got beat out at the last minute for it. So, I’m now an intern at CubeVision. I think it’s funny: I’m a punk from small-town Nevada who has never seen or heard anything Ice Cube has done, and now I work there. Oh well, hopefully I can work on Grandmaster Flex (David Cohen’s new project) and get some valuable experience outta there.

Keep up the great work pal!

By: AnimationPodcaster

AnimationPodcaster — Wed, 25 Jan 2006 15:41:38 +0000

Nicolas - Awesome list - I’ll add them (the names I didn’t have) to my wish list.

Ryan - It’s like coming back to the table from the restroom at a restaurant and finding your meal waiting for you! It’s the little things, right?

Joel - I’m glad you liked it! I couldn’t be happier to know that each show has had something for everyone. I think you’ll like part two more!

Christian - Wow, I never imagined I would bump up the sales of Felidae. I hope it’s good. I had never heard of it before. Let us know how you like it. My new goal - make Christian’s head explode via podcast. I think as long as we’re not giving away trade secrets, it only makes sense to be honest. This isn’t an official Disney podcast, but they do know I do it, and they’ve been gracious enough to give me a wink of approval.

Dan - No matter who I interview, there is a pattern of determination that is unmistakeable - something we can all learn from.

David - I will not leave the Nik interviews blowing in the wind. My next task is to get back and put those shows together. There’s a lot of audio, but I have a feeling most of you out there won’t mind. Yours is the third request for Mark Kausler - I’ll definitely pursue that. Of course, I’m already going after the others you mention.

Corey - Thank you!

-Clay

By: corey

corey — Sat, 21 Jan 2006 08:06:54 +0000

Sweet! Thanks Clay!!

By: David Nethery

David Nethery — Sat, 21 Jan 2006 02:53:07 +0000

Welcome back , Clay !!!

Great interview with Eamonn Butler.

BUT , where’s the rest of the Nik interview ? There seemed to be much more …. ?

I would also like to vote for interviews with Eric Goldberg, James Baxter, and Mark Kausler. Another great animator that I’ve worked with who I would like to hear interviewed is Franz Vischer.

Looking forward to your interviews in the new year.

By: Dan Carey

Dan Carey — Thu, 19 Jan 2006 10:21:02 +0000

Fantastic stuff!!… great to hear about his trails and errors and how he eventually comes through. Its great to hear his opinion on the other aspects that can influence an animator such as the supervisors approach towards the animators.