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Abby Goldsmith
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Stephen King, George R.R. Martin, Robert Jordan, Scott Sigler
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CalArts Character Animation
Here’s what it was like to attend one of the world’s most prestigious animation schools. From getting accepted to battling imposter syndrome, competing for the coveted Producers Show, and eventually building a career in animation and video games, this is an inside look at what the CalArts Animation Department was really like. I also discuss […]
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