Pixelsmith Studios

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Writing on the craft

Reviews, interviews and practical notes for creatives and the studios who hire them.

Artist Interview: Ian Churchill
Interviews

Artist Interview: Ian Churchill

Cape Town was host to …

August 29, 2016

Dropzone Cinematic – RealTimeUK Pushing Their Skills
Animation & VFX

Dropzone Cinematic – RealTimeUK Pushing Their Skills

Dropzone, RealTimeUK’s first character sci-fi piece, is live! And we

August 19, 2016

Remi Abrahams – Local Illustrator Feature
Interviews

Remi Abrahams – Local Illustrator Feature

For today’s feature we’re giving …

August 5, 2016

Affordable Stock Photo Resources Done Right
Graphic Design

Affordable Stock Photo Resources Done Right

July 28, 2016

RELEASE THE KRAKEN! – SeaMonster Studio Interview
Interviews

RELEASE THE KRAKEN! – SeaMonster Studio Interview

Recently we paid a visit to a little studio in Cape Town that does work …

July 14, 2016

22 Animators Collaborated on a Katy Perry’s Firework Rendition
Animation & VFX

22 Animators Collaborated on a Katy Perry’s Firework Rendition

We just had to share this amazing piece of work we found while browsing youtube. …

June 27, 2016

How Many Animators are there in the World?
Animation & VFX

How Many Animators are there in the World?

Ever wondered how many animators …

June 22, 2016

Strongest year yet for SA animation at Annecy, with three wins
Animation & VFX

Strongest year yet for SA animation at Annecy, with three wins

“This was Africa’s strongest showing at Annecy yet,” says Triggerfish CEO Stuart Forrest. “In addition to Stick Man winning the TV category, our collaborator Clea Mallinson won the Animation du Monde pitching forum for her short Fairy Wheels; South African Naomi van Niekerk’s powder animation, ‘n Gewone Blou Maandagoggend, won the Jean-Luc Xiberras Award for a First Film in the short film category

June 22, 2016

Interview with the Talented Aurora Studio Team
Interviews

Interview with the Talented Aurora Studio Team

Hi guys. …

May 12, 2016

Triggerfish Animation Studio is Hiring! Multiple Positions Available
Animation & VFX

Triggerfish Animation Studio is Hiring! Multiple Positions Available

Triggerfish is looking for more talented people to join the team on our two high profile international short films! They’re looking for both junior and experienced Lighting Artists and Compositing Artists, as well as experienced Animators for contract positions. These positions are opening up with immediate effect, so don’t delay.

May 3, 2016