Make ‘Toons That Sell Without Selling Out: The Bill Plympton Guide to Independent Animation Success

In Make ‘Toons That Sell Without Selling Out, Bill Plympton shares his personal guide to independent animation success. The book opens with Plympton’s story of his early years as a struggling illustrator in New York, then moves into the working philosophy behind his animated career. This is a digital PDF edition, available for instant download after purchase.

Published by Focal Press, an imprint of Elsevier, the volume is part of the enduring literature on animation as an independent art form.

Book Overview

Make ‘Toons That Sell Without Selling Out is Bill Plympton’s guide to making animated films and building an independent career. The book’s front matter describes Plympton as the King of Indie Animation, and his preface tells of the difficult period that led him from print cartoons to animation. The guide is rooted in his belief that a love of drawing is the foundation of creative work in animation.

Category: Art. Author: Bill Plympton. Format: PDF.

What You’ll Discover Inside

• Bill Plympton’s firsthand account of his early struggles and unexpected move into animation.
• A practical perspective on independent animation from an animator who works outside the studio system.
• Emphasis on drawing as the daily engine of creative work.
• A reference volume that includes bibliographical references and an index.
• Acknowledgments listing many contributing artists, including Don Hertzfeldt, Peter Lord, Pat Smith, Marv Newland, Greg Ford, Signe Baumane, Cordell Barker, Winsor McCay, Pink Martini, Nicole Renaud, Alex Tiedtke, and Martha Plimpton.

Why This Book Matters

Bill Plympton has long been associated with independent animation, and this book offers a direct look at his working philosophy. Published in 2012, it adds to the Focal Press catalog of practical film and animation books. For animators, students, and independent filmmakers, the book provides a grounded perspective on maintaining creative independence while earning a living.

Book Details

Device Compatibility

This product is a digital download. No physical item will be shipped. After you complete your purchase, the PDF will be available for access. It can be read with compatible Kindle apps, tablets, desktop computers, mobile devices, and reading apps.

FAQ

How do I access the book after purchase?
The PDF is available as an instant digital download once the purchase is complete.

Will I receive a physical copy?
No. This is a digital PDF edition, and no physical copy is shipped.

What devices can I use?
The PDF works with common reading apps, tablets, desktop systems, and mobile devices that support PDF files.

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