Guys With Pencils
175 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 8 years ago - ★★★★★ - 18 ratingsAdam and Andrew are two nice guys who just wanna make cool art things for a living. So follow them as they succeed in animation, comics and video games or fail spectacularly. Either way, you will hear them talk about their experiences, what they learned and what they wanna do next. You will also hear them talk about nerdy stuff and argue. Occasionally, they have guests that are smarter and more talented then them.
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Episode - 176 - The Reunion
August 19, 2015 18:45 - 1 hour - 41.8 MBThe boys are back for one last chat to let you know what they've been up to for the past year and what the plans are for the future of the GWP archive. ADAM'S NEW PODCAST! COLLEGE SNAKE! ANDREW'S TWITTER ADAM'S TWITTER
Episode - 175 - That's All Folks!
August 25, 2014 02:33 - 53 minutes - 49.2 MBphoto credits in banner: Grayden Lang, Mark Mayerson, Caroline Gauthier. Well It's finally come to the end of the Guys With Pencils Podcast. Thank you all for listening to us over the last 4 years as we have talked about our experiences. Going from fresh green grads to hosting panels at some awesome animation festivals. Learning and sharing with you, our listeners. A big thank you to all of our guests we have ever had on the show. We hope you've enjoyed recording with us as much as w...
Episode - 174 - Creating Support Where It's Needed
August 17, 2014 23:08 - 1 hour - 60.2 MBIt's been one hell of week. A lot of stuff has gone down in the world and now a days we are more of a global community than ever before. So a lot of social issues that happen in one part of the globe and it becomes something that everyone else is witnessing. So there is a lot of stuff they talk about regarding what's been happening lately. Which leads into the topic of well being and taking care of ones self mentally plays a hand with the supportive community you build around yourself.
Episode - 173 - The Insanely Awesome Kelly Smith!
August 10, 2014 23:48 - 54 minutes - 49.8 MBWe had the good fortune to talk with the talented Kelly Smith! Kelly works for Capybara Games! IF you haven't heard of either her or Capy, then you must have take your head from out of the sand and start getting informed! Start by listening to this podcast where we dive into the really awesome path that took Kelly from being an animation grad working in a box factory to kickass artist working for Capy! Check out more about Kelly HERE And don't forget to check out her shop HERE ALSO! Ch...
Episode - 172 - vAnimatic
August 03, 2014 23:46 - 55 minutes - 51.2 MBThis week, We're joined with our friend Wayne Michael Lee! Wayne works for Titmouse Vancouver and has been working on setting up a west coast lecture series titled "vAnimatic" If you're familiar with Animatic TO, the premise is the same but just out on the west coast for the animation community to enjoy! Have a listen as get a first taste if you will of what vAnimatic will have in store! For more info on Wayne - check out the links below. vAnimatic Wayne's Twitter Wayne's Tumblr
Episode - 171 - MONSTROSITY II with Brian Evinou!
July 27, 2014 16:24 - 51 minutes - 47.5 MBThis week we are joined by Brian Evinou. Brian's been busy working on the promotion of the newly announced MONSTROSITY II ! We got to sit down with him and go over the ins and outs of having to create this second installment of the graphic novel. We cover everything from the origins of his career in the animation industry to his work on the first Monstrosity book. Lot's of interesting tidbits to listen to! With the Kickstarter in it's final days, go help fund this project with the link pro...
Episode - 170 - Guys With Coffee
July 20, 2014 15:49 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MBIt's been a busy work week, so the boys are just having a nice conversation about their favorite drink - COFFEE. It's a "let's talk about comics/horror/ and all the different kind of ways you can drink coffee" kinda chat. So we encourage you to grab a cup of your favorite brew and relax and enjoy the ramblings of to overworked animation dudes. Thanks for listening!
Episode - 169 - We're Sooooooo Sorry
July 13, 2014 18:39 - 48 minutes - 44 MBSaying you're sorry can be the hardest thing to do. Especially if you are a corporation. What are the implications of public apologies? Are they handled in the best manner? This week the boys chat about some recent events that make them question these sorts of public relation tactics. For more information regardin the topics discussed in this episode. Follow this link --> HERE
Episode - 168 - They're Back! Alex & Lindsay Small-Butera!
July 07, 2014 13:36 - 1 hour - 61.6 MBWe've brought back two of our favorite guests Alex and Lindsay Small-Butera! The creators of BAMAN PIDERMAN! If you havent heard our first episode with these two awesome folks, Check it out HERE! Since we last spoke to them they were able to get their Baman Piderman Kickstarter off the ground! Within hours the goal was met and Baman Piderman would be returning with a set amount of episodes! But with 30 days still left to go on the Kickstarter page, the funding continued! Now they have exce...
Episode - 167 - A Collection of Name Tags & Hairnets
June 29, 2014 23:11 - 59 minutes - 54.2 MBSo here's a question..What will you be doing down the road? Sure you may be a student with the desire to work in the animation industry. Or maybe you're an industry pro who has been working for 20 years or more. But what will you're next job be? If there's anything that has been learned in the last few years doing this podcast is that you need to open to the option of changing careers. This industry has changed drastically and who knows where it will be going. Will there be room for you in t...
Episode - 166 - With A Focus On Our Values
June 23, 2014 03:09 - 1 hour - 58.5 MBThis week Andrew takes a break while Adam fills his empty seat with Henry Faber. Henry runs Bento Miso with Jennie Faber and has a lot of insight on what its like to help manage projects as well as excellent events and spaces. Henry also has a lot of insight on what it means to work with a focus on your values, and how doing so can be very meaningful to others and help create a less toxic environment in the mediums we work in.
Episode - 165 - The TAAFI Talk!
June 16, 2014 02:15 - 35 minutes - 32.1 MBThis weekend was TAAFI! Toronto Animation Arts Festival International! We hosted 3 panels and got to meet up with a lot of friends and colleagues who work in Toronto. Lots of great times were had by all and the TAAFI crew did a phenomenal job putting everything together! This episode is just a taste of what we did at TAAFI. In the weeks to come we will do a follow up episode with the folks behind the event. But for now, Have a listen to the awesome things that we got to witness!
Episode - 164 - I Guess It's Good Enough?
June 08, 2014 18:56 - 1 hour - 55 MBSo is it good enough? What sets apart someone's work opposed to another? What are the qualities that a production team look for when hiring? Is there more to just being a good drafts person? How does something terrible get green lit and continue to be broadcast? We fumble around these questions as we talk about what makes something good enough to be shown on TV. It's not really the kind of talk where you can pin point the exact answers, but none the less it's still a good discussion to have...
Episode - 163 - Being Responsible!
June 01, 2014 13:38 - 51 minutes - 47.4 MBSo there have been a lot of stories in the media about the responsibilities creators have over the content they create. Each decade you'll hear things like; " A kid broke his arm while trying to fly like Superman" or "Kids go into sewers looking for the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles." Sometimes these stories end with sad note, where the kids mimicking these things accidentally die. This week Adam and Andrew discuss the roles and responsibilities creators have and should have when it comes ...
Episode - 162 - Let's Talk About Rocket 5
May 18, 2014 19:19 - 1 hour - 55.7 MBThis week we got to sit down with Rocket 5 creators Cathy Feraday Miller and Tim Miller. These two have tons of experience in the gaming/animation industry. Between the two of them they have worked for Dreamworks feature animation, LucasArts, Nihilistic Software and a variety of animation houses around town. Currently working on their game Phantom P.I. Have a listen as we geek over all the great stuff they have been involved with and also talk about the journey they took to get their gami...
Episode - 161 - Do The 'Write' Thing
May 11, 2014 14:35 - 1 hour - 58.2 MBThis week the boys are catching up with eachother. It's been a pretty intense week for them so they decided to just sit back and discuss how things are going. That being said, it's not just you're regular watercooler chit chat. These talks usually lead into a specific topic. And this week, it's writing. Have a listen as they have a few self discovery moments during this episode.
Episode - 160 - Talking Design & Working Abroad with Cheyenne Curtis!
May 05, 2014 01:56 - 1 hour - 59.9 MBThis week we are joined by Cheyenne Curtis! She is a French Canadian gal working down at Disney TV as a character designer! We got to catch up with her and talk about her experiences that lead her from the snowy peaks of Montreal to the sunny beaches of California. Her story is not what you would consider to be "traditional", when it comes to landing a job at Disney. Have a listen as she dives in to the pitching process. You get to hear first hand experiences of what it's like pitching to t...
Episode - 159 - Life Beyond The Light Table
April 27, 2014 20:53 - 48 minutes - 44.2 MBThis week we are joined with the talented Nicole Kozak. Nicole is a animator who attended Sheridan College and is now working on a variety of TV projects and personal ones. We brought her in to chat about the personal work she does outside of her 9-5 job. Her personal work revolves around her love for design and clothing. Have a listen as we talk to her about the ins and outs of getting her own line of clothing off the ground while still working her animation job to pay the bills. *Apologie...
Episode - 158 - Quand notre coeur fait Boum!
April 20, 2014 19:42 - 57 minutes - 52.8 MBJoining us this week is comic artist Boum! Also goes by the name Samantha Leriche-Gionet. Working out of her apartment, she posts her comic 'Boumeries', based on her life, every Monday/Wednesday/Friday. We got the chance to talk about her career and all the aspects involved with making her web comic. This episode is filled with lots of fun, mispronunciations, and dreams about toilets. Check out more of Boum's work at her site, HERE Boum's TWITTER Boum's FACEBOOK Don't forget to chec...
Episode - 157 - Behind The Magic: Game Genie
April 13, 2014 23:48 - 54 minutes - 49.7 MBThis week the Guys get to chat about their upcoming jobs. Surprisingly, both start on the same day. Joining them is their friend Eric Gauthier (background painter and Art lead extraordinaire) They chat about the workloads that lie ahead along with the upcoming game that Adam is writing. With deadlines that are looming, They all look for a solution. If only there was a Game Genie for real life!
Episode - 156 - A Mayerson For All Seasons
April 07, 2014 01:20 - 1 hour - 56.7 MBThis week the Guys got to chat with their former professor Mark Mayerson. Back in March Mark did a lecture at the monthly Animatic TO series. His talk was titled "Don't Pitch To the Buyer, Pitch To the Audience". If you missed out on his talk, this episode will be sort of an epilogue on the points he had when it comes to pitching your concept. Here's a link to a MovieBob video Andrew rambled on about regarding Hollywood & Destiny.
Episode - 155 - Prepare For Battle!
March 31, 2014 13:42 - 48 minutes - 44.3 MBThis week we got to talk with Illustrator/Character Designer, Chris Battle! Chris has been working for over 20 years in the animation business working on such projects as; Powerpuff Girls, Dexter's Lab, Teen Titans GO! Chris joined us this week to chat about his work as a designer and the advice he shares for newer generations of artists who are looking to get into the same field. Check out his stuff below! Chris Battle Blog Chris Battle Tumblr
Episode - 154 - From Peanuts to Predators
March 24, 2014 01:17 - 50 minutes - 46.6 MBTalking movies is what's happening this week. The new animated feature version of 'PEANUTS' was debuted and there is a lot of talk back about it. So of course, you're two favorite cartoon nerds weigh in with their thoughts. It's a discussion starting from the basics of the comic strip to the styles that were chosen with this new feature film.
Episode - 153 - Where Do We Go From Here?
March 17, 2014 00:25 - 53 minutes - 48.9 MBAs the seasons change, so do the jobs. It's a fact of life having to work in this type of business. This week the Guys talk about the transitions that need to be made when adapting to a new job. Sometimes their are risks that have to be taken which can cause a lot of uncertainty. Other times there are periods where one job will end and another will start up and not a bit of effort was used to look elsewhere. It's just the way it goes...But it's not all serious business..Adam goes on a joyous...
Episode - 152 - Holy Horse Balls! Someone Stole My Art!
March 10, 2014 00:46 - 1 hour - 59.2 MBWARNING: THIS EPISODE CONTAINS MORE HORSE BALLS THAN USUAL. Katie Shanahan and J. Bone have joined us this week to talk about THEFT! specifically, Art Theft. Why Katie and J. you ask? Well because they are victims of having their own pieces of artwork stolen, traced and displayed without having any source credit to the original works or creators! This is a really interesting topic and we were very lucky to have such wonderful artists who can give their accounts as to what steps they took...
Episode - 151 - As Time Goes By
March 03, 2014 00:47 - 47 minutes - 43.4 MBThis week the Guys are talking about the future! With some contracts coming to a close and new job possibilities on the horizon, They have a little discussion about the work that is to come. But it's not all about work! They also take the time to reflect upon the personal impact that creative people have in their lives.
Episode - 150 - The Force Is Strong With Jason Reeves
February 24, 2014 02:12 - 47 minutes - 43.2 MBYou’ve never heard of Jason Reeves? … He made the Kessel run in less than 12 parsecs. duh! Well that's actually a lie..but Jason did work for George Lucas. Which is pretty damn cool. We got to talk with Jason recently about what it was like working for Lucas Arts in its final years before being bought by Disney. One of the really interesting aspects about his job was that Jason had already been working in the Toronto Animation scene for over a decade. So this was a pretty big move to uproot...
Episode - 149 - TCAF's Chris Butcher - Part 2
February 17, 2014 00:54 - 1 hour - 66.1 MBIn this episode you can expect more! More TCAF, more comics and more Chris Butcher!
Episode - 148 - TCAF's Chris Butcher - Part 1
February 05, 2014 22:53 - 1 hour - 60.4 MBThis week we finally got to chat with the creator of the Toronto Comics Art Festival (or TCAF as it's known) Chris Butcher! Chris manages at the Beguiling Comic shop in Toronto and has now been running TCAF for over ten years! Chris is an overly nice guy and he was a fantastic guest to talk to. In this first part of a two part episode, we go on to discuss the festival origins along with the work that was involved into setting it up and making it one of the premiere comic art festivals in ...
Episode - 147 - Kneel Before ZUB!
February 03, 2014 00:23 - 1 hour - 81 MBWe got everyone's favorite comic book guru JIM ZUB back in the chair this week! For those of you who are unfamiliar, We spoke with Jim Zub before in a two part episode a few years ago. We brought Jim back to talk about his work on his series SKULLKICKERS and his most recent work for IDW on the new SAMURAI JACK comic! Grab a coffee, plug in your headphones and get ready to be motivated by the overly talented incredible nice guy, Jim Zub! Check out these links; Jim's previous episode on ...
Episode - 146 - Stop Motion Animation with Carla Veldman
January 26, 2014 20:21 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MBWe're chatting with Carla Veldman this week! She's a friend of ours who we went to Sheridan with back in the day. Her grad film "The Scarf" is a stop motion short that touches on the aspects of dementia and Alzheimer's disease. We got chatting with Carla, not only because she's a super nice person who we really enjoy being around, but she is going to be doing a puppet building workshop for TAIS (Toronto Animated Image Society) If you really enjoy stop motion and puppet making you should che...
Episode - 145 - Talking Cartoons with Kat Morris!
January 19, 2014 15:30 - 1 hour - 57.8 MBThis week we got to chat with KAT MORRIS! She's worked on such series as; SUPERJAIL!, THE REGULAR SHOW and her most recent work can be seen on Cartoon Network's STEVEN UNIVERSE, where she works her magic as the Story Supervisor! Have a listen as we chat with her about the things that influence her. This episode is pretty rad, talking about everything from The Simpsons to Roller Derby. Kat Morris is one really awesome lady making some great stories for you fine folks! Follow her on TWITTER ...
Episode - 144 - The Ups & Downs of Animation
January 12, 2014 14:49 - 54 minutes - 49.7 MBSince the conception of this podcast, both Adam and Andrew have been very fortunate to have been working from project to project with very few breaks in between. And since the beginning, they have said that you will get to hear about the high points and the low points. This weeks episode focuses on some of the not so easy aspects of working as a freelance artist. The reality of a job ending abruptly can occur. Have a listen and hear how they deal with this unfamiliar territory.
Episode - 143 - In the Year 2014!
January 06, 2014 01:39 - 47 minutes - 43.5 MBAnother year has begun, new resolutions have been made, and some more podcasting is underway. This week Adam and Andrew talk about the new year and the new things that will be going on for the both of them, 2014 looks like it will be a great time! Have a listen as they look back on 2013 with all the ups and downs that it had to offer!
Episode - 142 - Tinman Creative!
December 23, 2013 16:43 - 1 hour - 90 MBThis week the boys visit the Toronto studio Tinman Creative and talk to one of its founders Brett Jubinville! Brett tells us all about his career and what its like to start and run a studio in today's media climate while still being and artist!
Episode - 141 - Have You Heard of Animatic T.O. ?
December 15, 2013 23:38 - 49 minutes - 45.4 MBThis week we spoke with Animatic TO creator Barry A. Sanders! Barry is a local Toronto animator who has been working in the industry over the past 17 years. He has recently created the new monthly animation social get together group, Animatic TO. Animatic TO is a monthly animation lecture series and social event dedicated to education, inspiration and building community in Toronto's animation scene. It's only in its 3rd session, but the reception has been fantastic! If you can make it in...
Episode - 140 - GWP @ The Bit Bazaar Winter Market
December 08, 2013 15:52 - 57 minutes - 52.7 MBAdam and Andrew were at the Bit Bazaar Winter Market this weekend. It was a great time had by all! If you didnt go, you missed out on one hell of a festival! The Guys had the chance to talk with some previous guests who had been on the podcast before (Rosemary Brennan, Rachel Kahn) But they also got to chat with some new folks, Like Miles Baker (He helps run TCAF!). Adam and Andrew also get to have a sit down with the overly helpful and talented couple Jenny & Henry Faber. Without them ther...
Episode - 139 - Gearing Up
December 01, 2013 23:13 - 59 minutes - 54.7 MBThis week the Boys start off with a little recap of the previous work week, talking jobs, events, and overall the atmosphere and where their heads are at for the upcoming month. December can be a really busy time with work, parties, holidays, etc etc. So In this episode they talk about the future opportunities and ideas they both have rolling around inside their heads. They also received a question regarding Freelance work from a listener, to which they address in this episode. "...Im looki...
Episode - 138 - What We Do & How To Make It Better
November 25, 2013 00:20 - 49 minutes - 45.7 MBFrom the start of this podcast we have always made it a point to be observant of what our effect on the animation industry is. Working as Canadians within this industry we have either been working on content for overseas clients or working on our own ideas and trying to expand the Canadian animation scene at home and abroad. In this episode, we discuss our own personal thoughts based on the past three years. It revolves around the politics, the finances and the culture that we live in that ...
Episode - 137 - In A Drunken Stupor With Asteroid Base!
November 17, 2013 15:08 - 56 minutes - 51.8 MBWe got to hang out with the awesome talent behind ASTEROID BASE this week! Asteroid Base is a Toronto based indie game studio headed by Matt Hammill and Jamie Tucker. We got to have a long lengthy chat about their early starting points with the company and the trails and tribulations they have encountered doing what they do. It's a great talk and we learned a lot about their process and personal motivations that help them make the awesome games they want to play! Check their site HERE!
Episode - 136 - Apologies To Mr. Watterson
November 10, 2013 21:54 - 1 hour - 57.6 MBIf you have ever enjoyed Calvin & Hobbes we hope this weeks episode will be a treat for you! Just over a week ago a fan made animation was posted online to YouTube that was based off the classic comic strip. And during the time that it was posted it has reached over 500,000 views! If you haven't seen it Check it out HERE! And this week we were able to sit and chat with the fan who animated this adorable short. Adam Brown! Adam is a freelance animator who works out of Hamilton, Ontario. This ...
Episode -135 - BAMF!!
November 04, 2013 00:18 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MBBAMF! It stands for BIG ACTION MEGA FIGHT!!! It's an new mobile game created by Double Stallion! The game is available on your mobile phones in Canada and will soon be available in the US! We got to chat with Eric Angelillo about his role in the creation of it! It's a classic beat em up fighter game that throws a lot of love and care out to those types of games of yesteryear! If you love these kinds of games, check it out! It's Free too! Also, as a bonus, we chat with Eric about his proces...
Episode - 134 - Visual Language & The BAR WARS!!!!
October 25, 2013 14:05 - 1 hour - 52.1 MBSo we started talking about how Canadian TV networks are going to have some changes happening with how they allow their customers to view channel packages. It's an interesting topic that we bounce off from and took us to the deepest darkest areas of the internet and how to deal with the discourse that takes place. Then we talk about how we look at shows and games, and how important does the artistic look really come into play in the grand scheme of things? It's an all over the place kind of ...
Episode - 133 - Nelvana of the Northern Lights!
October 20, 2013 01:37 - 1 hour - 64.5 MBShe's one of the first female super heroes, predating Wonder Woman. She is based of the Inuit mythology and folklore. She is one of Canada's earliest Golden Age hero's in comic history! She's NELVANA!! Nelvana of the Northern Lights has been brought back to life through the efforts of Hope Nicholson and Rachel Richey! They put a Kickstarter together to help re issue her stories to people everywhere. We had the opportunity to chat with Hope and Rachel about Nelvana and the role she has wit...
Episode - 132 - Inside House Of Cool
October 13, 2013 02:40 - 1 hour - 76.8 MBWARNING: THIS EPISODE CONTAINS INCREDIBLE INSPIRATIONAL TALKS THAT MAY CAUSE YOU TO PUSH YOUR LIMITS...ENJOY! We got to sit down this week with Ricardo Curtis. Ricardo is the co-owner of the Toronto based studio House Of Cool. Known for their pre-production work, HoC has worked for a variety of major motion picture studios. If you have ever wondered what sets themselves apart from the other studios in town, have a listen to what Ricardo says. It's a fantastic talk filled with inspiration a...
Episode - 131 - Insert COIN Please!
October 07, 2013 01:56 - 50 minutes - 46.5 MBSeen the awesome animated short COIN? It's baller...friggin baller. It's a visual treat and so well done. This week we chat with it's creator CHRIS BURNS of Exit 73 Studios. Along withe Chris is his team member Bob Fox. Both guys runs Exit 73 and worked on COIN. One of the awesome things about this short is how Chris said he focused on animating the energy he had built up and from there he created a story around that. A really awesome way to create a short film if you ask us. Have a listen i...
Episode - 130 - Back to School with Rob Finlay!
September 29, 2013 01:15 - 1 hour - 55 MBDid you ever think you wanted to go back to school for a second career? Maybe you want to try the animation industry? But you're not sure if it's the right choice. Maybe you think you're too old, or that it wont be worth the time and money. Well if you have ever thought about these things you should have a listen to this episode with our friend Rob Finlay. Rob works in the gaming industry but before that he had a completely different career. When Rob was 30 he took the chance on going back t...
Episode - 129 - Talking Cartoons & Cats with Natasha Allegri
September 22, 2013 04:55 - 1 hour - 55.3 MBNatahsa Allegri is our guest this week. She's the creator of the Cartoon Hangover sensation BEE & PUPPYCAT! She's also responsible for the designs behind FIONA & CAKE of Adventure Time! We have a great chat about the developement of BEE & PUPPYCAT and how it came to be along with her developement as an artist too. Also, if you a fan of Garfield, Ice Cream, and talking movies then you'll really enjoy all the other stuff we talk about in this episode! Check out Natasha's Twitter Check out N...
Episode - 128 - Back To School With Justin Chan!
September 15, 2013 23:30 - 53 minutes - 48.8 MBAdam and Andrew head back to school! This week they attened Sheridan College to check out their old stomping grounds. While they were there, they had the joy of running in to a current student, Justin Chan! Now Justin isn't your ordinary animation student. His work has already been featured at PAX 2013 and he was also able to secure a job working in the TV animation business. Have a listen because it's a pretty interesting tale to hear the old school talk with the new school. Check out J...
Episode - 127 - Let's Chat With Michelle Tripp!!
September 08, 2013 19:21 - 1 hour - 56.1 MBMichelle Tripp is a Toronto based animator. She currently worked on the new show GROJBAND! (airs Thursday nights @ 7pm on TELETOON) Not only is she just an animator, She's an animation lead! She's in charge of making sure the whole production comes together on the animation side. She's been working for a decade in the Canadian TV animation business. Have a Listen as we talk about a variety of things. Starting with her own work to what it's like being a female lead animator in the animation b...