Interview With Renee Reeser Zelnick
The name “Renee” means “renaissance”. There’s not a better word to describe Renee Reeser. In addition to being one of the most respected and sought after storyboard artists, she’s a multi-faceted creative powerhouse and...
The Big Picture: Portfolio Submissions & Omissions
There was once a time when you had to explain what a storyboard artist was. This was back in the pre-digital days of paper and markers when most assignments were performed in-house. Fax machines...
A Conversation with Charles Ratteray on Art, Life and Storytelling
With film credits as diverse as Captain America, CHIPS, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and The Chronicles of Riddick; TV credits including Breaking Bad, True Blood, Louie on FX; and countless commercials, music videos and video games such as...
Why Using Storyboards Are Essential for Pre-Production
The Role of Storyboards in Visual Storytelling
Storyboards are more than just artistic sketches; they are a crucial element in the pre-production process of filmmaking and animation. These visual...
How to Find and Hire a Storyboard Artist
How to Find and Hire a Top Storyboard Artist for Your Next Project
When it comes to finding and hiring a storyboard artist for your project, you want to ensure that you're getting the best...
Animatics Artists: The Architects of Visual Narrative in Film, Gaming, and Commercial Media
Dynamic storyboards infused with motion, timing, and audio—animatics serve as blueprints for visual storytelling across industries. These pre-visualization tools bridge static storyboards and final production, offering directors, game developers, and advertisers a...
How to Negotiate a Project Rate as a Storyboard Artist
Certain aspects of being a professional illustrator or storyboard artist are more challenging than others. One of the biggest challenges artists-for-hire face is their pricing structure. The age-old dilemma of not wanting to price...
15 of our Favorite Blogs Every Storyboard Artist Should Follow
15 Blogs That Are A Must Follow If You're A Storyboard Artist
It's always good to get new ideas now-and-then to give you a push when you're a little low on new ideas, especially as...
Sean Chen Discusses the Art of Comics
We have seen the impact of comicbook characters cross over into multiple faucets on the entertainment industry; from action figures, video games, merchandise, and movies, these hero/ines have been a part of our lives since the 1930s and the continued commercial success tells us our heroes aren’t going anywhere anytime soon.
The Impact of Virtual Production on Storyboarding Practices
Virtual production has revolutionized the film industry, transforming the way movies and TV shows are created. This cutting-edge technology has not only changed how we shoot scenes but has also significantly impacted...