Background Design with ‘Clarence’ Background Artist, Thomas Wellmann (Pt 02) :: DIYA #23

The DIY Animation Show

Hallo, gutentag, and welcome back to the DIY Animation show! We’re here with part 2 of our interview with Thomas Wellmann - background artist on Clarence and Summer Camp Island, Adventure Time storyboard artist, illustrator, AND indie comics creator in his spare time. Last time, in Part 1 Thomas shared his process for creating backgrounds for animation, as well as discussing his lo-fi, grounded approach to making his art, and encouraging the evolution of your visual style. And in case you missed it, be sure to check out his latest book, 'Nika, Lotte, Mangold!' It looks so good, and is available from publisher Rotopol Press - http://www.rotopolpress.de/en/produkte/nika-lotte-mangold-zeichenheft So today in Part 2 of our interview, Thomas talks about - His free-fly approach to character design - His creative process for making his comics - He breaks down some helpful techniques for creating backgrounds with crazy perspective - Discusses the importance of finishing things - And, of course, shares the one most vital thing he thinks a DIY Animator(or creator! needs Plus, we have a bonus conversation on whether we really need websites, and what Germany’s comics scene was like. Thomas has such great creative energy, and a real passion for exploring and making, so grab your bare essentials and adventure boots, and let's get on with the show! This episode is an indie production from your hosts, Jessica Doll & Lauren Morse. Our theme music is provided by Azureflux.