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We haven't had this question quite asked like this before. Why should someone learn sketching, when we can use reference footage? The answer is still pretty much the same, just answered in a different way ;)

A great question came our way about how do you know when you've leveled up in your ability as an animator? David and brent give their best answers of what you should look out for.

It's the first Q&A for 2022. Everyone is refreshed, relaxed and the backlog of question replenished for a new year! David & Brent answer questions such as, do freelancers get paid public holidays, how do you know when you're a competent animator, should I risk my job to finish an animation test, and more! You can also check out our Agora Bites clips if you want to listen to a specific ques...

The pandemic has changed a lot of things in the industry. The team talk about why it’s time for studios to be a bit more flexible with where their employees may choose to work.

Mike Jungbluth puts out a “State Of The Industry” survey to get people's opinions on the industry and what could be improved. In this clip, Mike gives a brief overview of the results he’s found and what a survey like this can do for the industry.

Collaborating and creating instead of competing. Sounds like a dream, doesn’t it? Imagine how far the industry could grow if information was free for all to access. The team has a very in-depth chat about this topic if it’s something you’ve ever thought about yourself.

Dealing with Anxiety and Depression is something that should be talked about freely. There are a lot of people that ask, however, is it something that should be brought up during an interview at a studio, or do you deal with it once you’ve been hired?

This is the first time we’ve ever had a question like this. And it’s a very good one. Are studios accommodating for people with disabilities and how has Covid helped this?

Currently Animation Director at Bioware, Mike is also deeply invested in the larger game animation community, having started the Animation Exchange and GDC Animation Summit, working to foster more open sharing of the best approaches and processes across the industry. We will discuss his experience in the video game industry, the animation community as a whole, the rise of Animation Exchange and GD...

A Q&A regular had this very interesting question to which Brent had a very short answer. With the increase in VR, should we cater our study for First-Person animation?

Have you ever met an artist who is super talented, but might be kind of a jerk, or not share the same political views as you? Is it possible to separate this person’s personality from the amazing work they create?

We all can find ourselves in a creative rut from time to time. David and Brent give their best advice for how you can get yourself out of this creative rut.

We had a question from a new member asking what is the future of being an animator. They had just started studying animation and was concerned that keyframe animators will eventually be phased out. It’s a question we get quite often. So, are we facing the animator apocalypse? Listen and find out!

It's the final Q&A for the year! David and Brent discuss their New Year Resolutions and tackle a hot topic of 'Are streaming services killing the art in cinema?" They also answer questions such as will the rise of VR should we focus on FPS animation, how do you separate an artist's personality from their amazing work, and how do you get out of a creative rut? You can also check out our Agora B...

If you need to hustle, stay up late and create what you want to create then you need to know your why, and you can find out why in this clip!

What’s one way to stand out amongst everyone else? Shine through your art. But what exactly does that mean? Ilse explains!

Have a routine is key to success! In this clip, Ilse and the gang talk about their experiences with having a routine and how it’s helped them in their day to day lives.

Ilse describes a good social networking strategy like have the power of the Infinity Gauntlet. A good one to listen to if you want to get out there and get your work seen and have people knocking on your door…uh, inbox!

As animators, we are all about bringing characters to life. How can know acting help your animating? Here’s Ilse’s opinion!

Procrastination holds so many people back from starting and finishing amazing projects, or achieving goals. Ilse talks about how you can kill this little gremlin and get on with being great!

Ilse once had a horrible experience that taught her a lot about the industry. Have a listen to this clip to hear all about the pecking order and knowing your place within it.

Speaking up is not always easy, especially when you don’t want to tread on anyone’s toes. But there is a way to do this without being put in your place, and this clip will tell you how to do it!

The pandemic wasn’t easy on a lot of people. For some, they thought it would be a great way to get motivated and achieve a tonne of stuff with the extra time they saved on commuting, but then…after a while, the slump began to set in, and it wasn’t as great as they thought it would be. Get some tips on how to break the pandemic slump!

Another round of demo reel tips from another guest! Listen to what Ilse thinks are some important things for you to have on your demo reel to help you land that dream job!

Ilse is an actress, professional character animator, and YouTuber. Her love for acting has been fuelling her passion for character performance, a passion she shares on her youtube channel through tips and tricks, analysis, interviews, and general advice for professional artists based on her own experience. We discuss a couple of topics she has covered on her own channel in the past, including how...