Animation Tips & Tutorials

From Veteran Animator, Ken Fountain

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Powerful Pantomime Lecture Series

This 10 video series (5+ hours) covers the key concepts behind my approach to appealing and entertaining animation.

Push It!
Cartoon Your Character

2 hour lecture/demo about using strong graphics, smears and snappy timing to push your character's performance.

The "Attitudes, Beats and Textures" Series

A 3 part video series focusing on the most important elements of my process - Attitudes, Beats and Textures - as I animate a shot from concept to final.

My Approach...

The key to appealing and entertaining animation relies on very simple things: 
Attitudes, Beats & Textures.

There are signposts in my process that I continue to rely on to make sure that I’m always on target. All of my tutorials teach these signposts, and break down in detail how I get a character’s performance from that first idea to the final polish.

These signposts include:

Who am I...

I am currently an Animation Supervisor at DNEG Animation, where I've contributed to many recent titles including the Emmy nominated "Entergalactic" and "That Christmas", and the Oscar nominated "Nimona".

Live talks.

Would you like to give your crew a break to concentrate on improving their skills? Interested in exposing your students to the real world of animation? I have workshops ready to go or custom-made for you. One afternoon, two days, or one week – let me come to you!

Send me a message and let me know what you are looking for.

Voice Acting.

A versatile American baritone — specializing in personality-filled performances.

Contact me...

For any enquiries at all, please send me a message and I'll get back to you asap!