Animator Tissa David Passes Away at 91

August 22, 2012 by Ramin Zahed No Comments

We were saddened by the recent news that New York-based indie animation artist Tissa David passed away last night at age 91 from a brain tumor. The news was first reported on animation luminary Michael Sporn’s blog who collaborated with her on many award-winning projects. Born in Kolozsvar, Hungary, Tissa [...]

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Academy Hosts a Tribute to the Hubleys

August 2, 2012 by Ramin Zahed No Comments

Husband-and-wife indie animators John and Faith Hubley will be the subject of a special tribute on Friday, September 14, at 7:30 p.m. at the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences in Beverly Hills. Hosted by Oscar-winning animator and historian John Canemaker, this special tribute will offer an in-depth look [...]

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Academy to Salute John Hubley

October 5, 2011 by Mercedes Milligan No Comments

The Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences’ next “Monday Nights with Oscar” screening series installment will celebrate the life and work of acclaimed animator John Hubley. The event, set for next Monday, October 10 at 7 p.m. to be held at the Academy Theater at Lighthouse International in New [...]

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