Concept art for the Igor Stravinsky Petroushka score, Produced at FIne Arts Productions Directed by John Wilson in 1956
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Cartoon Modern pt.10
Todays post is the last bit of the book Cartoon Modern by Amid Amidi. With this post we wrap up this beautiful book, definitely one of my favorite books to do with animation. Thanks to all these super talented artist for creating some of the most visual delightful illustrations and animations of their time.
Cartoon Modern pt.9
Todays update is more Cartoon Modern, We are almost done with this book. I only have a few little things left to upload. Enjoy these beautiful scans from Amid Amidi book.
Cartoon Modern pt.8
Todays post is more Cartoon Modern. We are almost done covering this book. Enjoy!
Mister Magoo
Todays post is all about Mister Magoo. The iconic UPA animation character. The scans below are from Amid Amidi’s beautiful book titled CARTOON MODERN, STYLES AND DESIGN IN FIFTIES ANIMATION. ENJOY!
Animation Studios Of The 1950’s pt.2
Todays post is more animation studios from the 1950s. This post is still part of my Cartoon Modern series. Its such a beautiful book I must share it all. Enjoy!
Animation Studios Of The 1950's pt.1
Hey! hope you enjoyed your weekend, I was busy building IKEA furniture. Todays update is more Cartoon Modern by Amid Amidi. Below are a few scans from some animation studios of the 1950s and around so. I will post the rest of the alphabet during the week.
1950's Animation Inspirations
in art
Todays blog post are some beautiful pages from Amid Amidi book Cartoon Modern. Check it out if you want to know more about animation in the 1950’s. A great book. Enjoy!
Cartoon Modern pt.7
Todays update is a massive upload from Amid Amidi book Cartoon Modern; Style and Design in Fifties Animation.
Punchy De Leon 1950
Jules Engle’s Magoo BackGrounds
Jule's Engel’s Magoo BackGround
The Littlest Giant 1955
Peter Pan 1953
101 Dalmatians 1961
The Matador and The Troubadour 1956
Sleeping Beauty 1959
Destination Earth 1956
Coppertone Suntan Lotion Commercial
Cartoon Modern pt.6
Todays update is more beautiful images from Cartoon Modern
UNITED PRODUCTIONS of AMERICA
Todays update is more Cartoon Modern, I want to high light one of my favorite animation studios. United Productions of America or UPA for short. They made some amazing works of art. True mastery from everyone involved. The images below are from the book by amid amidi.
Flat Hatting 1946
The Jaywalker 1956
Designer Ed Benedict's And Some Of His Hanna-Barbera Studios Work
Todays update are some beautiful and nostalgic Hanna-Barbera Studios stuff. These pages are from the book Cartoon Modern by Amid Amidi. A brief introduction to the iconic studio can be found in Amidi’s book. I grew up watching these on the cartoon network. They where great, they remain great. True works of masters.
On a side note. Amid Amidi has his own blog about animation. I highly suggest you check it out. Visit WWW.CARTOONBREW.COM
Cartoon Modern pt.2
Today I share with you some more beautiful 1950’s style animation. Such a cool era, I love how style ran wild and we got so many beautiful cartoons and commercials. Enjoy!
all images come from the book Cartoon Modern by Amid Amidi
Cartoon Modern pt.1
Todays update is the start of a new book for the club! It’s a favorite of mine for many reasons. For starters I just love the 1950 art style of the smaller animation studios. It was a time in history where a lot really talented people got together and experimented. The booming economy fueled the growth of the modern cartoon look. The book Carton Modern by Amid Amidi is packed with beautiful images of the area. Pick it up if you want to learn more.
Toot Whistle Plunk and Boom 1953
Toot Whistle Plunk and Boom 1953
Toot Whistle Plunk and Boom 1953
Petroushka 1956
BG concept by Jules Engel for The Alvin Show 1961