I have recently noticed that quite a few Western (re: mostly American) animated stories market themselves as being made in an anime style or at the very least being anime-influenced. And while it is completely normal for artists to be influenced by the work of their peers from all over […]
Read more »If you have the opportunity to interview our team of animators at Nsibidi Fables, what is thatone question you would most definitely ask? Well, while you are still giving it a thought, wehad an exclusive interview with our talented animation team to bring you an insiderperspective on their workflow and […]
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Animation is a very influential tool for social evolution. Even though it has been seen as a form of entertainment for the longest time, this fact cannot be overemphasized. Over time, it has presented itself as a developmental implement for tutoring, social consciousness, and advocacy.
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As artists, we should aim to avoid subjecting others to this experience. The aim of any piece of art is expression.
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Africa is a continent made up of 54 countries. The practice of reducing specific countries, cities, and towns to the umbrella term “Africa” is a means by which many signal their true feelings about our land:
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Many people believe that the concept of incorporating culture into animation is a potent movement for representation, inclusion, and authenticity. It has transformed storytelling and produced stories that profoundly connect with a wide range of viewers, making it a defining force in the field. Animation goes beyond entertainment to become […]
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is at the center of a revolution in technology in the globalanimation industry, which is changing how animation is created, shared, andconsumed. More significantly, AI is providing a potent tool for bringing local storiesto life in novel ways. AI is simplifying animation production by decreasing humaneffort and […]
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When developing the Amanirenas series, we had a decision to make. Well in truth, several decisions but I am referring to choosing between setting the story in the real world (at least a good facsimile) or in a fantasy realm. Historical fiction stories (such as HBO’s Rome and Hulu’s The […]
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