There are cartoons that we grew up with, plus numerous up and coming animated movies that we’re excited to watch! Ever wonder how these came about? Curious on what the inspiration is behind these pictures?
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Last May 5, 2017, Toon City Academy and Seneca Academy held an event to introduce and offer “So What’s Your Story?”, a 6-week certificate program that is about teaching the art of turning stories and scripts into visual narratives. It was a sunny afternoon, which added to the creative atmosphere inside the Toon City Academy event in Makati City.
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Toon City Academy and Seneca College launched their partnership during an introductory lecture given by Mr. Pavlovic. The event was attended by His Excellency, Ambassador John T. Holmes, Canadian Ambassador to the Philippines. Also present at the event was Mr. Juan Miguel del Rosario, President of the Animation Council of the Philippines.
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This is the first international collaborative workshop of Toon City Academy and Seneca College. So, why bother taking the courses under Toon City Academy?
READ: 5 Reasons To Take Summer Workshops.
You will meet like-minded people!
Having a first-day-high? Fretting that you don’t know anyone? Whether it’s your first time to try a creative-centric workshop, or you simply want to hone your drawing skills, this is the place to go. All you need to bring is an open mind and enough energy to pour in all your creative juices.
You will be guided by people who know their stuff!
The workshop is supported by the Animation Council of the Philippines (ACPI), a non-profit organization whose mission is to promote the local animation industry locally and abroad. ACPI is one with Toon City Academy in spearheading the initiative of developing the skills of young Filipino animators in creating original content.
Enjoy a conducive environment with up-to-date technology.
The sponsors of the workshop are Wacom and Toon Boom Storyboard Pro. Participants are free to try the product displays in Toon City. It was an experience seeing the colors and lines show on the screen just like how you envisioned how you want your hands to draw ’em.
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Photo Provided by Toon City Organizers
It was definitely an interesting and inspiring afternoon. Join the workshops and check them out for yourself!
