Phil Trumbo

Also teaching at VCU, when I was a student, Phil Trumbo directed the animated sequences in the opening of Pee-Wee's playhouse. See his current reel below.

"Boilerplate" Robot served with Teddy Roosevelt, saved Pancho Villa.

Boilerplate, a victorian era, 19th century robot, who fought with Teddy Roosevelt, and served in WWI. The concept trailer above is brilliant. There is also a book, comics, and a website. The trove of historical photos is a treat. Word is that J.J. Abrams is developing a movie about him. I believe I want to see that. 

Frank Kelly Freas

This video features a good look at some of the work of the late artist Frank Kelly Freas.

Signed copies of his two folio books sit on the shelf next to my desk in the studio.

I met him on several occasions in the late 70s and early 80s when I was just starting out as an illustrator, and he offered this pushy kid great encouragement, and a good number of painting tips.  I was first introduced when he had a retrospective at the Chrysler Museum in Norfolk Va. An amazing talent and a really nice guy. The Dean of Science Fiction Illustrators. 

Alien Plants

Alien Plants from AciDiamond on Vimeo. A fascinating piece of special effects.

Futurama as Anime

In the season finally tonight Futurama is re-envisioned as a Fleisher era cartoon, a video game, and as an anime series.

The Amazing work of Chris Gallagher

My good friend Chris Gallagher has been working on this Star Wars effects video as a side project for some time. Amazing stuff! Also stay for the trailer about his latest media project at the end. It's a first view of something a lot of people will be talking about soon.

Jonny Quest Stop Motion Masterpiece!

I've been following Roger Evan's progress on this project for about a year. He's finally completed it and it is amazing. You can also see his detailed behind the scenes "making-of" notes and videos on his website www.rogerevans.tv

Jonny Quest Opening Titles from Roger D. Evans on Vimeo.