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| Prepare to Board! Creating Story and Characters for Animated Features and Shorts | 
 enlarge | Author: Nancy Beiman
Publisher: Focal Press
Category: Book
List Price: $39.95
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Avg. Customer Rating:  (24 reviews)
Sales Rank: 63731
Languages: English (Original Language), English (Unknown), English (Published)
Media: Paperback
Edition: 1st
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 336
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.8
Dimensions (in): 10.2 x 7.2 x 0.7
ISBN: 0240808207
Dewey Decimal Number: 791.4334
EAN: 9780240808208
ASIN: 0240808207
Publication Date: March 2, 2007
Release Date: March 2, 2007
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| Customer Reviews:
Absolutely Terrific August 26, 2007
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
This is a very strong book.
When it comes to storyboarding and character design there is a ton of material to cover, yet this relatively short volume captures it beautifully. The writing is never digressive or self indulgent - from page one, it's down to business. At the same time it's very accessible, especially since the illustrations complement the text so simply and effectively. Often both negative and positive examples are compared, explaining not only what to do but what NOT to do. (Something I wish more art books would try!) Topping off the book is a series of interviews from some unimpeachable masters of story and character.
Perhaps what I love the most, though, is that the book isn't just about story and character, it's about marrying story and character. They are not discrete disciplines - the one can't shine without the other! Understanding how they harmonize is critical for any artist, and this guide imparts an intimate understanding of that harmony.
All told, there's a wealth of material to absorb here. Nancy Beiman makes it both engaging and straight-forward. Whether you want it for your nightstand, your bookshelf, or your drawing table, Prepare to Board is a great buy!
Loved it. July 31, 2007
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I am not an artist, so can't comment much on the core of the book (although, as a layman, I found the explainations extremely clear).
I LOVED the interviews with Ken Anderson, Ken O'Connor and T- Hee as well as the way they were illustrated (there were quite a few documents that I had never seen before).
A must have book for all aspiring animators/, illustrator/artists and writers. July 15, 2007
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
This book will help open up any locked doors in the far reaching corners of your mind. Nancy Beiman's easy writing style and uncomplicated approach make this book an enjoyable tool for anyone interested in the Arts.
Ruby Persson
Artist, New York, New York
Great Resource for Animators May 17, 2007
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
Prepare to Board is one the best books on character design and storyboarding. The wealth of information covered in this book is incredible. The illustrations are clear and concise and reinforce the animation concepts covered. This book is a great resource for those wanting to learn about animation, character design, and storyboarding.
Thanks Nancy! April 20, 2007
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I can't get over how rich this book is with insight, information, and illustrated examples. Prepare to Board is easily the best book on character design and story boarding (and more!). Anyone seriously interested in character animation needs to own this.
Part of what I love about this text is that the author doesn't withold information from the reader. Everything is discussed in depth, with tons of good examples and visual explanations. Not only does Beiman bring her own career experiece to this text, but she makes an effort to introduce readers to the wisdom of Ken O'Connor, T. Hee, and Ken Anderson - prominent figures at Disney who mentored Beiman at CalArts.
If you're eager to learn about animation, and want a deep well of knowledge to draw from, do yourself a favor and BUY THIS BOOK!
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