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Writing for Animation - Hardcover

Laura Beaumont; Paul Larson

 
9781501358678: Writing for Animation

Synopsis

Animation is one of the fastest growing mediums in the film and television world whether its The Simpsons or Family Guy, Frozen or Paw Patrol. Writing for Animation is the definitive guide to storytelling for writers, directors, storyboard artists and animators. It provides indispensable knowledge on the entire process of writing for animated movies or the animated TV series. It is suitable for both the beginner and the professional and anyone in between. Written by the writers of such programs as Thomas the Tank Engine and Bob the Builder, Writing for Animation provides all the tools necessary to produce professional quality scripts that will further the reader's career in animation. Starting with the fundamentals of why animation? the book leads the reader through a series of principles, including constructing the middle act, character generation and a comedy workshop. These help to create a comprehensive toolbox that aids the readers' stories to become more dramatic, more engaging and downright funny.

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About the Author

Laura Beaumont and Paul Larson are an Emmy (R) Award-winning writing partnership with a twenty-year track record in the animation industry. They have worked as head writers on several popular multinational TV shows and have over three hundred screen credits to their name, including six animated features. In addition, they have been part of show development teams, written online content, short animations and worked on several sketch shows, as well as a number of live shows. Laura and Paul have also worked as visiting lecturers, teaching writing for animation, screenwriting and writing for comedy.

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