Straight Against the Curve

Straight Against the Curve

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Straight Against the Curve is a character design podcast by Pixar sketch artists, Deanna Marsigliese and Zaruhi Galstyan. Join Dee and Zar as they talk about their craft, interview their colleagues, and laugh a whole lot along the way!

Straight Against the Curve


    • Oct 28, 2016 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 1h 11m AVG DURATION
    • 5 EPISODES


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    Ep 05: Erik Benson Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2016 88:15


    Episode 5 of Straight Against the Curve features an interview with Pixar story lead, Erik Benson! Erik's credits include Toy Story 3, Toy Story Toons: Hawaiian Vacation, Cars 3, and The Good Dinosaur. Erik shares hilarious stories about his childhood, and how that shaped his unique sense of humor, his drawing style, and his storytelling sensibilities.

    Ep 04: Rosana Sullivan Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2016 78:32


    Episode 4 of Straight Against the Curve features an interview with Pixar storyboard artist, Rosana Sullivan of Monster's University, The Good Dinosaur, and Piper. Rosie shares her opinions about what it's like being a storyboard artist, her process, esoteric philosophies behind boarding, and much more.

    Ep 03: Daniela Strijleva Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2016 90:08


    Episode 3 of Straight Against the Curve features an interview with Pixar character art director, Daniela Strijleva of Toy Story 3, The Good Dinosaur, Monsters University, Day and Night, and La Luna. Besides a discussion about her loud stomach in silent meetings, Daniela talks about her unique research process, how good design is recognizing need and finding a purpose, her take on "method designing" and much more.

    Ep 02: Chris Sasaki Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2016 66:16


    Episode 2 of Straight Against the Curve features an interview with Pixar character designer Chris Sasaki of Monster's University & Inside Out! Chris talks about his inspirations & his process, as well as his experience as Production Designer for the Oscar Nominated Pixar short, Sanjay's Super Team. Tune in for fun segments, philosophical conversations on design, and tons of inspiration!

    Ep 01: Pilot

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2016 32:44


    Episode 1 of Straight Against the Curve is all about introductions! Get to know Dee & Zar. Learn about their paths to Pixar and what makes them tick. Bask in their animation neediness and rest easy knowing that this is just the beginning.

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