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18th century writer Samuel Johnson once said, “When a man is tired of London, he is tired of life; for there is in London all that life can afford.”
Much has changed in London since the 18th century, but the sentiment of Johnson’s statement is perhaps more apt than ever. London has developed into one of the most exciting and vibrant cities in the world. It’s steeped in history, diversity and regardless of where your passions and interests lie, you’ll find an outlet for them in this wonderful city. If you’re preparing to live in London, here’s a little teaser of what’s in store and what to look forward to as a new Londoner.
All three are magic. Stop fighting. Start animating. I meet a lot of people who say, "I love animation, but I can’t draw a straight line."
That crude, flickering ball? That is the first motion. That is the first soul. Walt Disney started there. Hayao Miyazaki started there. You start there. We animate because the static world isn't enough. We need to see the wind. We need to see the blush. We need to see the moment a monster turns into a friend.
They aren’t just lines on paper anymore. They are thinking. They are hesitating. They are alive.
All three are magic. Stop fighting. Start animating. I meet a lot of people who say, "I love animation, but I can’t draw a straight line."
That crude, flickering ball? That is the first motion. That is the first soul. Walt Disney started there. Hayao Miyazaki started there. You start there. We animate because the static world isn't enough. We need to see the wind. We need to see the blush. We need to see the moment a monster turns into a friend.
They aren’t just lines on paper anymore. They are thinking. They are hesitating. They are alive.
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