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Sandro Corsaro (Author)
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June 11, 2002 Voices
On the most simplistic level, Flash allows people to move objects around on the screen. The Flash Animator teaches even the inartistic novice how to do this in a convincing manner, while also showing the experienced animator how to utilize Flash effectively and efficiently. The range of topics covered varies from simple ball bounces to complex character design, sound, and optimization issues. Unlike a traditional animation book, this book illustrates both the concept of the animation and explains point-by-point its optimal use in Flash.


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Intrigued by digital animation? Know a little bit about Macromedia Flash but are ready to take it to the next level? The Flash Animator will teach you how to create traditional-looking animations faster, cheaper, and with more delivery options. Sandro Corsaro helps you to develop a solid understanding of the principles of traditional animation, and then guides you step by step through bringing those principles to life with Macromedia Flash. Topics range from creating basic ball bounces to managing complex character design, sound, and optimization issues.

Interviews with numerous experts in the animation industry-complete with beautiful artwork and insights from feature-film animators and web pioneers-are included to inspire you along your Macromedia Flash animation path. Interviewees include: Iwoa Takamoto, creator of Scooby Doo; Brad Abelson, storyboard artist, The Simpsons; Joe Shields, Joe Cartoon; Tom Winkler, Doodie; and many other influential animators.

This book's CD contains all source files for the book's examples, exclusive animation files, and bonus Macromedia Flash cartoons. There is also an in-depth audio interview with Iwoa Takamoto.

About the Author

Sandro Corsaro (www.sandrocorsaro.com) Specializing in pure Macromedia Flash animation, Sandro Corsaro has created projects for clients such as Intel, McDonalds, MCA Records, Nestle, and emusic. Currently based in Los Angeles, he finds time for personal projects between commercial assignments and teaching Flash animation seminars nationwide. In his hometown of Los Angeles, he has given seminars for the Art Center in Pasadena and for Lynda.com's Ojai Digital Art Center. Sandro was Lead Animator during the design phase of the award-winning Flash web site Rampt. His first short film for Rampt, Witness the End, was drawn entirely in Flash and earned him a nomination for Best Motion Graphics at FlashForward 2000 in New York. He has also earned Flash design and animation accolades from Print magazine, Shockwave.com, The Bandies, and Flash Planet, among others. Prior to his introduction to Flash, Sandro earned degrees in both Fine Arts and Animation from the University of Southern California. At the USC Film school, he honed his traditional animation skills under the influences of great animation directors such as Tom Sito and Brad Bird. While still in college, he had the pleasure of working on the production side of two animated feature films for Warner Bros.-The Iron Giant and Osmosis Jones. Sandro was first exposed to Flash while working as a character designer at the Information Sciences Institute. He soon developed a streamlined workflow that translated his traditional skills in order to produce dynamic Flash animation for the web and broadcast environment.

Product Details

  • Paperback: 240 pages
  • Publisher: New Riders Publishing (June 11, 2002)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0735712824
  • ISBN-13: 978-0735712829
  • Product Dimensions: 7.8 x 5.1 x 1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (32 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,497,366 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Sandro Corsaro is the Creator and Executive Producer of Disney XD's Emmy-nominated animated original series "Kick Buttowski - Suburban Daredevil."

Previously, Corsaro served as Creative Director for Disney Online, a unit of Disney Interactive Media Group where he oversaw innovative creative initiatives across the flagship web site Disney.com including the expansion of Disney franchises online, site re-design and content development. Prior to joining Disney in 2006, Corsaro worked in creative development for a number of other leading entertainment companies including Warner Bros. Animation, MTV Networks and Crest Digital. Specializing in digital animation, he created projects for global properties including "Gone in 60 Seconds," "Thomas & Friends" and "Barbie."

For Corsaro, animation is among his many endeavors. While in college, he worked on the renowned animated feature film "The Iron Giant" and developed his passion for storytelling. An accomplished author and animator, Corsaro has two published books, The Flash Animator and Hollywood 2D Digital Animation: The New Flash Production Revolution. In them, he shares his distinctive techniques for applying traditional animation principles in the Flash environment. Corsaro has spoken at Siggraph, NAB, Flashforward, and on G4. He also served as an Adobe Systems Flash consultant.

 

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Book, July 2, 2002
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Gabe (Manchester, NH) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Flash Animator (Paperback)
I must say, I was hesistant at first when I heard about this book. I figured it was going to be similar to the awful Flash Cartooning Book from last year. Upon opening it, I realized I was wrong. This is not your typical flash book. The structure of the book is very unique, I didnt feel like I was reading some technical manuscript. The author's tone was very light and easy to understand. I have been using Flash for some time now. After reading the first three chapters, I found myself going back to my old projects and trying these techniques. Chapter 4 was particularly insightful, especially how the author explains the concept of reusing animation was terrific. The idea of reusing not only "parts" but the actual "motion" was a whole new concept for me. And I must say, the "Stella" file on the CD was an impressive demonstration the chapter's title..."reusing and recycling".

-The artwork and interviews, absolutely hilarious and insightful.

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5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The BEST on the market!, July 1, 2002
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"jibjab_media" (Los Angeles, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This is by far the best book on the market for anyone interested in using Flash as an animation tool. It is superbly written BY an animator, FOR animators!!! Final, a book that cuts throught the technical mumbo-jumbo and gets to the heart of what artists, not programmers, need to know. The author obviously has a deep understanding of animation as an Art form and relays tips and tricks on how to use Flash for what it is... a FANTASTIC tool for animators!

The book is filled with amazing artwork and clear illustrations (not to mention great characters!) I have not seen a book out there that can compare.

From the computer savy to the traditionalist, if you are an animator this book is an absolute MUST!

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Elegant and useful., September 20, 2002
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I have read several other introductions to Flash cartooning. In this area, unfortunately, many books are written on dubious pretences -- by authors who have never been professional animators, or by authors who have a poor grasp of the strengths and weaknesses of Flash. The books by Mark Clarkson and Ibis Fernandez are both weak in this regard, and offer little inspiration.

Sandro Corsaro is a real animator with both the education and the job experience to offer sound advice. His own work is highly professional (and exemplary.) This book contains both useful practical tips and valuable discussions of the general topic. There are also interviews with some of the most influential animators.

I am finding this book a real source of ideas, and that is what I shelled out my hard earned $$$ for! Highly recommended.

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