Something New Rises To The Surface...

I'm happy to announce I will debuting my new book, Denizens of the Deep @ The CTN Animation Expo. November 16-18.  It could not be a better event to be a part of let alone get a chance to share something new to fans and friends.

The book is a "turn of the century journal of sketches and notations told through the eyes of a British explorer embarking on a voyage that would change everything we've ever known about Denizens of the Deep!  From mermaids to dark things from the depths... the ocean is full of many unimagined creatures previously uncaught by human eyes, until now!"

• I'll be at Table T26 right next to my buddies in crime, Brett Bean and Justin Rodriguez of Think Tank fame!

http://www.CTNANIMATIONEXPO.com/mark-mcdonnell/ 

All my best,

MAC

Last nights Calamari

I like when they give you crayon's and bread at dinnertime.

- MAC

Gesture Drawing - Focusing On Character (HallowsStyle!)

These were a series of sketches I did this week in honor of Halloween coming to town shortly in the States.  The discussion was about focusing on the primary source of importance first.  That being, the posture and weight distribution of the character/person. However, from there on it's important to make it your own. With the power of someone's imagination, ANYTHING is possible if you simply..........

Make Believe!

(The last sketch is for Michael...)

HAPPY HALLOWEEN,

MAC

New Character Design Class @ LAAFA Starts Next Week!

I'll be instructing a new Character Design class that focuses on what it takes to be a versatile designer in the Animation and Entertainment Industry and how it functions today.  There are only a few spots available and begins, this coming Wednesday (October 17th)!

If you're itching to learn and end the year with some added growth... you're welcome along for the journey!

Best,

MAC

Disney Lecture Series Continued - Griffith Observatory

This is the first page of a packet I have prepared for an upcoming lecture and drawing session I'll be leading for the folks at Disney TVA and DTS.  Should be a pretty fun day amongst a legendary L.A. icon.

MAC