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In it, ed codifies how animators can learn and apply classic acting theory, not as stage actors do, but in a way that pertains directly to the task of the animator as storyteller. Topping the list of best animation books of all time in a poll at awn, it is still used as reference on and source of inspiration for character animation. The first form of animation to employ a linear sequence of images. With an introduction by john lasseterand very little else in the way of wordsthis second book in the artist series lavishly showcases the most brilliant animation created by such luminaries as ub iwerks, norm ferguson, ben sharpsteen, hamilton luske, dick huemer, grim natwick, art babbitt, fred moore, bill tytla, frank thomas, ollie johnston, milt kahl, marc davis, john lounsbery, ward. Really, the book will not matter if that disney animation.
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