So as I was browsing the web like I usually do, I stumbled upon DreamWorks' website and I began to snoop around. I somehow managed to find their partnership for colleges and where they seem to have the most hires from. The amazing thing is, out of the maybe 50 colleges, 15 are in California. As my chances go up, they also go down. DreamWorks wants colleagues that are well suited in more than one position so they can be helpful at anytime. Now that I know this I have to branch out and take more than just a graphics class but also animation (obviously), computer programming, art, and other technical as well as business categories. DreamWorks wants the best of the best for their company, as they have the top 2,000 animators. Roughly 50-60 leave yearly and then another 50-60 are hired again to keep their solid base structure.
I have never taken an art class. They always seem so boring and slow pace. I feel they spend weeks on shading techniques and how to draw perfect circles. Unfortunately for these classes, I'm a quick learner so that will probably take me a couple hours to get the hang of it before I want to move on. I know that I'll need to perfect my skills in ever field that I can to be apart of the team and make an outstanding portfolio. The problem for me is that the BEST drawings that I create are for my friends or the people that asked for a drawing. So all my best work that I have to my name is scattered across the bay area and even other states. So this will be a new experience for me; all of this will be. It'll be an exciting journey to get to the top of the top, but I'm willing to do it to become one of them.
You should try playing with some free 3d design software. I think the meat of what Dreamworks and Pixar do nowadays is 3d. Blender is the most popular one: http://www.blender.org/
ReplyDeleteThanks Nicky I'll check that out right now!!
ReplyDeleteKarl whatever you do, do not let these odds hold you back. Forget about the difficulties you may face, it'll all pay off in the end because i know you know that i know that you know you can do it. you know?? You are oober talented and can work for Dream Works if you put eberything into it. good luck and good job! I'm proud of you kohlsaat.
ReplyDeleteThank you Erik!! That means a lot coming from you! I'll be sure to remember what you've said and not give up.
Deleteyou are a smart guy Karl, you can do anything if you set your mind to it. and as for the art classes, they are not as bad they seem, i used to think that they would be boring too, they are not too bad, but you seriously learn alot aswell. anyways. Best luck buddy:)
ReplyDeleteSweet I can't wait to get into the art classes then! Thank you Hanna
DeleteKarl, you are Special K for a reason. You are a very special, talented guy and like erik said above, don't let the odds hold you back. You could definitely work for Dream Works with your amazing work ethic and mindset! I believe in you buddy! <3
ReplyDeleteTommy thank you! I try my best, and you can count that I'll try my best to work for DreamWorks!!
DeleteKarl! draw me pictures! I will TOTALLY help if you need some inspiration (; I'm so proud off you in that you found a career that you are passionate about (:
ReplyDeleteGG give me some ideas on what to draw that would be awesome!
DeleteVery nice blog Karl! I find it amazing that 15 of those colleges are in California.
ReplyDeleteActually, there are over 30 in California, but that would have bored you all. Thanks!!
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