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Brian Barber sent us his submission for the Homegrown Music Video Festival in Duluth MN, where participants drew the name of a local band/song and had the weekend to make a brand new music video. He animated the song “Rise Up” by the Black-Eyed Snakes and received major props from all parties involved (including Duluth’s mayor!).

Channel Frederator: Where did you study animation?

Brian Barber: I learned animation on my own, I’ve been an illustrator and an advertising art director for about 12 years. Learning animation became necessary when I had clients with a need for TV ads, but teeny tiny production budgets. When I was a kid, I did my share of Super-8 stop motion with Legos and whatever was around the house.

CF: What has influenced your style the most?

BB: The style that influenced this video was efficiency. This project especially was a real crash and burn deadline. Participants drew the song on Friday night and had [Read more…]