Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse Behind the Scenes from iAnimate Grads | EP. 60 Animation Podcast

Описание: In this iAnimate Animation Podcast, we go behind the scenes of Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse with iAnimate grads Steven Johnson and Humberto Rosa, lead animator at Sony Pictures Animation.

Episode 60 of the iAnimate Animation Podcast brings you an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the groundbreaking Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse animation process, featuring two incredibly talented iAnimate alumni: Steven Johnson, who animated the iconic "Meet Miles Morales" intro shot, and Humberto Rosa, a lead animator at Sony Pictures Animation.

In this in-depth discussion, host Larry Vasquez dives into the duo's creative journeys, from training at iAnimate to contributing to one of the most visually innovative films in animation history. Humberto shares insights on leading the animation team, tackling stylized CG animation, and developing the film’s unique visual language. Steven reflects on transitioning from VFX to stylized animation and how his personal connection to Miles Morales helped shape one of the movie’s most memorable sequences.

The episode also covers:
The artistic challenges of animating on twos vs ones
The use of multiple limbs, smear frames, and facial line animation
Integrating 2D and 3D animation techniques
Insights into Sony’s animation workflow and culture
Personal stories about how persistence and training at iAnimate helped launch their careers

Whether you're an aspiring animator or a fan of Spider-Verse, this episode is packed with inspiring, technical, and practical insights.

📺 YouTube Chapters for Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse Behind the Scenes from iAnimate Grads
00:00 – Intro to the iAnimate Podcast
00:35 – Meet the Guests: Steven Johnson & Humberto Rosa
02:18 – How Humberto Got Into Animation
06:43 – Switching from 2D to CG and Joining Sony
07:23 – Steven’s Journey into Animation
09:55 – Transitioning from Animation Mentor to iAnimate
12:10 – Working on Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse
13:16 – The “Meet Miles Morales” Shot
16:02 – Animation Workflow and Challenges
17:55 – Becoming a Lead Animator on Spider-Verse
19:47 – Early Animation Tests and Style Development
23:25 – Developing the Comic Book Visual Style
24:46 – Adapting to Stylized CG Animation
26:18 – Learning New Animation Techniques
28:14 – Blocking, Stepped vs Spline, and Baking to Twos
30:36 – Using the Graph Editor and Animation Tools
32:19 – Animating Facial Lines and Multiple Limbs
34:07 – Creative Freedom and Animator Decisions
35:12 – Drawing Shapes and Using Pencil Tools
36:34 – Comic Book References and Style Choices
39:13 – Animating on Twos vs Ones in Spider-Verse
41:29 – Quota, Workflow, and Time Management
43:51 – Favorite Shots and Missed Opportunities
46:05 – Choreographing the Final Battle Sequence
48:09 – Creating Casual Acting Moments
50:25 – Storytelling and Visual Style Balance
52:11 – Advice for Aspiring Animators
54:05 – Acting Choices and Character Connection
56:03 – Gwen’s Drumming Scene and Animation Challenges
59:06 – Tools, Rigs, and Facial Animation Features
01:01:30 – Nuanced Expressions and Line Placement
01:03:08 – Comic Adaptations in Spider-Verse Style
01:03:46 – Breaking Into the Industry with iAnimate
01:05:35 – Directors’ Feedback and Creative Freedom
01:06:54 – Using Reference vs Storyboards
01:08:57 – What They’d Do Differently in a Sequel
01:10:51 – Visual Variations and Subjective Storytelling
01:13:04 – Favorite Characters in Spider-Verse
01:15:02 – Final Thoughts and Reflections

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