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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
How to Save Money on Your Next Project by Hiring a Freelance Storyboard Artist
If you're looking to save money on your next project, you might consider hiring a freelance storyboard artist. Storyboarding is the process of creating a sequence of images that represent the story,...
Balancing Artistry and Automation: Achieving Creativity with AI in Storyboarding
In this article, we will discuss the importance of striking a balance between artistic expression and AI automation in the storyboarding process. We explore how artists like you can embrace AI technologies...
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...
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...