(Sephin is a Post Graduate animation student at the National Institute of Design, Ahmadabad, Gujarat. He will be joining the Animation Workshop in Manipur to share his experiences in the animation medium with participants.)
How did you get interested in animation?
I was always interested in cartoons and I've been drawing since childhood, as I grew up, my interest increased. When I realised animation was a viable career option, I went for it.
Are your parents encouraging?
My mother was always supportive but started seeing it from my perspective as the years past and my work improved.
How was it to join NID? - how was the selection process etc. and what are your feelings about being an animation student at NID?
I wanted to come to NID because it is one of the few places in India that animation is taught as it should be. Here more emphasis is placed on being conceptually strong. In other places its more about techniques which is not a bad thing, however for me concepts are more important.The entrance wasn't easy. In fact I met a lot of people who seemed a lot better, but now that I'm here, the journey has been really interesting. We have a very supportive and dedicated HOD.
How do you feel about being an animator?
Animation is unrestrictive. As an artist, it's very gratifying. There are no limits to your imagination.
What need is there to preserve the art and folktales of Manipur?
India has a wealth of traditional knowledge be it in science or arts. Most of which is dying out very fast, if we dont act fast, we stand to lose this knowledge forever. Preserving the art forms of Manipur will also create a sense of pride for the state in its people.
What do you expect from the workshop?
Im looking forward to interacting with other animators, getting fresh perspectives, new ideas. This is a chance for me to share my knowldege with interesting people.
How do you feel the film will be - 2D, 3D, what art style is suited to Manipur?
2D mainly because we're dealing with a traditional art form, but it should also include some elements of 3D as every art form must to an extent reinvent itself to survive. There have been great examples of works where both have been used to good effect.
Do you think we should do a version of the film in Manipuri language?
Of course it should, preservation must start at the root.
Where can we screen the completed film?
The scope for the film will be quite large. Screenings can happen in schools, colleges and during various diplomatic exchanges.
Do you think that there is potential for animation in Manipur?
Yes
Do you think a tribal story will be best, or a Meitei one?
A tribal story will be best
Links to Sephin's work:
Short Picture Story "The Story Of Soko & Koko"
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.311591991330.155175.687916330&type=3&l=b9c8f210fd
Artwork Album - "Artsy-Glitsy"
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.99294706330.102401.687916330&type=3&l=24eb9b928f
Online Portfolio on 'Coroflot'
http://www.coroflot.com/Sephin_Alexander
Youtube Channel with Animation work
http://www.youtube.com/user/SephinAlexander
How did you get interested in animation?
I was always interested in cartoons and I've been drawing since childhood, as I grew up, my interest increased. When I realised animation was a viable career option, I went for it.
Are your parents encouraging?
My mother was always supportive but started seeing it from my perspective as the years past and my work improved.
How was it to join NID? - how was the selection process etc. and what are your feelings about being an animation student at NID?
I wanted to come to NID because it is one of the few places in India that animation is taught as it should be. Here more emphasis is placed on being conceptually strong. In other places its more about techniques which is not a bad thing, however for me concepts are more important.The entrance wasn't easy. In fact I met a lot of people who seemed a lot better, but now that I'm here, the journey has been really interesting. We have a very supportive and dedicated HOD.
How do you feel about being an animator?
Animation is unrestrictive. As an artist, it's very gratifying. There are no limits to your imagination.
What need is there to preserve the art and folktales of Manipur?
India has a wealth of traditional knowledge be it in science or arts. Most of which is dying out very fast, if we dont act fast, we stand to lose this knowledge forever. Preserving the art forms of Manipur will also create a sense of pride for the state in its people.
What do you expect from the workshop?
Im looking forward to interacting with other animators, getting fresh perspectives, new ideas. This is a chance for me to share my knowldege with interesting people.
How do you feel the film will be - 2D, 3D, what art style is suited to Manipur?
2D mainly because we're dealing with a traditional art form, but it should also include some elements of 3D as every art form must to an extent reinvent itself to survive. There have been great examples of works where both have been used to good effect.
Do you think we should do a version of the film in Manipuri language?
Of course it should, preservation must start at the root.
Where can we screen the completed film?
The scope for the film will be quite large. Screenings can happen in schools, colleges and during various diplomatic exchanges.
Do you think that there is potential for animation in Manipur?
Yes
Do you think a tribal story will be best, or a Meitei one?
A tribal story will be best
Links to Sephin's work:
Short Picture Story "The Story Of Soko & Koko"
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.311591991330.155175.687916330&type=3&l=b9c8f210fd
Artwork Album - "Artsy-Glitsy"
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.99294706330.102401.687916330&type=3&l=24eb9b928f
Online Portfolio on 'Coroflot'
http://www.coroflot.com/Sephin_Alexander
Youtube Channel with Animation work
http://www.youtube.com/user/SephinAlexander
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