March-April 2014 4-5 Industry Interview 6-7 History of cartoon series 8-9 History of cartoon series 10-11 History of cartoon series 12-13 Kala Ghoda art festival 14-15 Kala Ghoda art festival Workshops 16-17 Workshops/ Master classes 18-19 P & T meet & workshop 20-21 From game to big screen 6-7 History of cartoon series 22-23 Creative minds 24-25 Tattva zone activities 26-27 Tattva Zone Collage 28-29 Web review index 30-31 Book review 32-33 Gadget Review 34-35 Game Review 28-29 Web Review 36-37 Movie Review 38-39 Younovative 40-41 Advt Review/ Music Review 42-43 You should appreciate it 44-45 Traditional Art Forms 46-47 Famous artist history 48-49 Journey of Anivolution 48-49 Journey of Anivolution 50-51 Journey of Anivolution 52-53 Projects of the month winners 54-55 Student Place/Credits 42

ARENA ANIMATION ANDHERI (W) Designer:Kushpreet S. 2 arm greetings to our beloved readers out there, as you all know it is Anivolution’s second Anniversary. The idea of creating a magazine was Wsmall but was full of creativity. It all started from a scratch and now we are here with a combination of two years of passion, dedication and determination celebrating our second anniversary. 24 months of work and endless thirst for creativity that we put in the magazine has directed us and the commitment still strives in us to take the magazine as far as possible with same energy and enthusiasm. We are very pleased to present you the second anniversary issue which covers range of interesting articles that will grab your attention. This time we have featured Tattva Zone’s first trekking activity which was nothing less than amazing experience. We have featured an interview of our centre director Mrs. Anita Trivedi who shares her amazing experience, knowledge and her thought and opinion on women empowerment. The issue holds a Foreward special article dedicated for the history of cartoon series that we grew up watching from 1980’s to 2000’s. This content is dedicated for all those who missed the most creative art festival The Kala Ghoda 2014. There is a brief mentioning of all the happenings during the parent teachers meeting session held. The gadget section has more interesting read for the gamers as we have reviewed the most awaited gaming console of the year Sony PlayStation 4 and a game which has improved graphics the Battlefield 4. So dear readers we hope you all will enjoy this issue as much as we did while creating it. Brace yourself to be a part of this creative experience with much more fun and amazing contents and articles inside it for you all readers.

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ARENA ANIMATION Designer:Kushpreet S. ANDHERI (W) 3 he backbone of Arena Animation Andheri and centre there to handle it. I was very keen that I should Director Mrs. Anita Trivedi shared her journey up introduce an English speaking workshop; I did Ttill now with team anivoltuion. Mrs. Anita Trivedi the promotions myself because we have got many sets a finest example for women’s empowerment in this out station students who don’t know English properly industry, she is a role model for new generation. Her so things are quite difficult for them. Sad thing in our commitment towards her work gives motivation to all industry is when students goes for an interview industry the students and so do her new ideas which she tries to expects students to know English, so I tried to promote develop for students’ betterment. but I was very depressed that children never came to me. So open your eyes children and learn all that you should 1) We would like to know something know in life. about your journey until now? - Since in grew up, I always thought that I will get 2) Anivolution is going to celebrate its into education as it was always in my mind. It was always 2nd anniversary, what is your view about education that I wanted to get into since years, because Anivolution? we have a school in Gujarat where we teach girls to the - When the idea of “Anivolution” came and we all strength of approximately 3000 girls. I was always leaned were discussing it, I never thought it will be so successful. to getting into this line and when I got this opportunity of I personally never expected it to reach at this level. I taking the Arena franchisee we immediately went for it. can say that all the students who are really working in Of course it was very a hard task because it was just the this incubation are at very professional level, they know beginning and I took up a negative centre when I began. how to work in this industry and how to handle the work I believe that hard work, focus and commitment always pressure as they have a work experience. I know it’s not make you achieve your goals. Of course I was younger so possible for very student to work in “Anivolution” but I would work for 14 hours in a day, 5 years of my life I everyone should try to get into this team, this will help worked for 14 hours a day. I tried to do things and with them to know there skills. Lots of credit goes to Sumeet God’s grace I always had a very lucky team; because you sir also, who is the backbone of anivolution. can’t work alone you need people to be there at the right place to see the things grow. My family supported 3) March is the Women’s special month, me, I have two daughters who motivated me and so did so what will you say about women’s my husband, he never asked me questions and gave me the right to think and execute the things the way I felt. empowerment? Probably I think I don’t like interference so he respected - The pages of history have impressed on us the that and if I would make a mistake I would just think that power of women, the determination of women, who I should not repeat it. Rajeev sir was my first employee have redefined it. The empowerment of women today and he has been always a back bone, he showed me has taken her to heights that are unbelievable. From the the path and today I am here. Now I feel I should do homemaker to a nation builder to experimenting in space, interview something different for the children, not getting into the she is everywhere in strength in strength, in power, in routine work because people are there, departments are caring, loving and sharing. She has devoted herself beyond human reckoning. Having left no stone unturned to make the world a better place, she welcomes each dawn with a new hope to fulfil her dreams and inspirations. She is born to lead, salute this yard stick of power to women, who keeps moving and never stops for better world to live in.

The pages of history have impressed on us the power of women, the determination of women, who have redefined it.”

ARENA ANIMATION ANDHERI (W) Content: Shraddha T. Designer: Kirtee S. 4 interview

The back bone of Arena Andheri Mrs. Anita Trivedi Centre Director of Arena Animation Andheri shares her experience of her journey and women empowerment

ARENA ANIMATION Designer: Kirtee S. Content: Shraddha T. ANDHERI (W) 5 The Magic Of Cartoon Series The best mode for laughter therapy since 19th century Cartoon Series of 1980s

e all remember those days when we eagerly awaited to character themselves are known as Looney tunes. After the watch our favorite cartoon series to be telecasted on success of the show the show gained vast media attention over WTV and watching the cartoons with joy and happiness. the world wide and got featured in various aspects such as video Till date end number cartoons were created such as Tom and games, music albums, comic book and amusement park rides. Jerry, Power puff Girls, Scooby Doo, Looney Tones, The Jetsons, Tom and Jerry: Tom and Jerry is an animated series Popeye the sailor man, Pokémon, The Amazing Spider Man, The of short films created in 1940 by Joseph Barbera and William Simpsons, Dexter’s laboratory etc. which were loved by all Hanna. The plot of the series is rivalry between cat (Tom) and around the globe. The era of cartoon and animation started to mouse (Jerry). As the show began, it gained more popularity change and was regarded as the golden age of Hollywood. and got worldwide recognition from audience also is regarded Looney tun: The Looney tun The Looney tune is a series to be one of the hits shows of that time. The plot of the series is of Warner Bros. animated comedy short films. It was produced based on comical fights between the two; Tom rarely succeeds from 1930 to1969. As the show got recognition, Looney tunes in catching Jerry, because of his cleverness. featured many The Simpsons: The Simpsons is an American adult popular characters comedy based on satire parody of an American family, the such as bugs Bunny, family consists of Homer, Marge, Bart and Maggie. The show Daffy Duck, Porky take places in a ficitional town know as Springfield. The show Pig, Elmer Fudd, debuted December 17, 1989 and the show is the longest running Sylvester, Tweety, American animated program. The Simpsons Movie, a movie was Wile E, Coyote and released in theatres in 2007, and grossed over $500 million, the Road Runner. The Simpsons is widely considered to be the greatest show. Flintstones: The Flintstones is an American animated series that was broadcasted from September 30, 1960 to April 1st 1966. The series was about Stone Age man’s life with family and his neighbourhood friends. Flintstones was a history of cartoon series cartoon of history successful animated series for three decades until The Simpsons debuted. TV guide ranked Flintstones the second greatest cartoon series of all time after Simpsons ranked first. The show features a city of rock known as Rockville.

ARENA ANIMATION Designer:Omkar B. 6 ANDHERI (W) Content: Sachit V Chip and dale: Chip an Dale is a series of animated short films produced by Walt Disney. The cartoon portrays Donald Duck’s first encounter with notorious chipmunks Chip an Dale when Donald tries to cut down their tree. The Jetsons: The Jetsons is an animated series produced by Hannah Barbera, the program aired from 1962 - 63 in a show named The Funtastic World of Hannah Barbera on Sunday mornings. The program is similar to The Flintstones; they live in the world of Stone Age while The Jetsons live in futuristic year. Pingu: Pingu is a cartoon series created by Otmar Gutman using clay animation and stop motion. The plot of the series is family of Penguins living in North Pole and Pingu is the main character living with his family. Pingu a mischievous penguin always looking for adventures and finds himself in trouble. The show was hit and response from kids was overwhelming. The series had also won a BAFTA awards for his notable works. Scooby Doo: Scooby Doo is one of the successful cartoon series and most loved among the kids and children. The

cartoon series featured four youngsters Fred Jones, Daphne history of cartoon series Blake, Velma Dinkley, Shaggy and an adorable talking dog Scooby Doo, who solves crime through mistakes and missteps and were frequently broadcasted on Cartoon network. TV guide ranked Scooby Doo 5th greatest cartoon series of all time. Yogi Bear: Yogi Bear made his debut in as a supporting character in a show called The Huckleberry Hound Show. Yogi bear gained more popularity than Huckleberry Hound. In later years Yogi Bear had its own show and was more popular than Huckleberry Hound and was hit shows of that time. More thanks to Hannah Berbera creations. Josie and the pussycats: Josie and the pussycats is an animated television series. The series featured all Girl pop music bands that travelled the world and end up in mysteries and strange adventures. The series was similar to Scooby Do where are you! The band consisted Josie, Valerie, Melody, their assistant manager and his sister with Alan.

Designer:Omkar B. Content: Sachit V ARENA ANIMATION ANDHERI (W) 7 Cartoon Series of 1990s

Batman: The Animated Series covers the action- Marsh in 2009. It is inspired by Jeff’s mother who used to packed adventures of Bruce Wayne AKA The Batman who tell him never to waste a day of summer. It was aired on 1st fights crime in Gotham City. He is occasionally helped by February, 2008 on Disney Channel. It still continues to air his peers Robin and Batgirl. This series was developed from and is the longest running Disney Channel original series after DC comic’s superhero Batman and was produces by Warner breaking Kim Possible’s 5 years 3 months record. Bros. animation. It was aired in the years 1992-1998 on the Kim Possible: Kim Possible is an American animated Fox Network. The visual style of the series known as “Dark children’s television about a teenage secret-agent who has to Deco” was adapted from the film noir artwork of producer deal fight against super villains of the world as well as handle and artist Bruce Timms. Its complex theme, dark and strong the melodrama of a teenage life. Her trademarked title tone and artistic quality led way to 4 Emmy Awards including “she can do anything” takes her to bizarre adventures while outstanding Animated Programme. defeating the super villains with her partner Ron Stoppable Teen Titans: Teen Titans is an American animated who is good for nothing. It combines action with subtle show based on DC comic’s popular teenage superheroes humour and teenage glamour that makes it one of a kind Robin, Raven, Cyborg, Starfire and Beast Boy who are show. It was first aired in 2002 in Disney Channel. In India, collectively known as the Teen Titans. In this action-thriller it was broadcasted in 2004 in Toon Disney. Its creators Mark adventure series, the titans are found chasing crime in the McCorkle and Bob Schooley have claimed to develop this show city along with their adolescence and mutual relationships in an elevator where Mark impulsively says, “Kim Possible- issues throughout the series. It was primarily based on New she can do anything” and Bob replies, “Ron Stoppable- he Teen Titans comic book series by Marv Wolfman and George cannot do anything.” Perez. The show was created by Glen Murakami, developed Samurai Jack: Samurai Jack is an American animated by David Slack and produced by Warner Bros. Animation. It series created by Genndy Tartakovsky for Cartoon Network. premiered on Cartoon Network on 19th July, 2003 and ended It is focused around a samurai warrior named “Jack” who on 16th, January, 2006. has set out on a quest to find a method of travelling back Beyblade: Beyblade-Let it Rip (popularly known as in time and defeating the tyrannical demonic wizard Aku. It “to ho jaye shuru” in India) was responsible for creating the is inspired from Kung Fu, old martial arts and action films parent-frowning Beyblade-craze in the last decade. Just as of 1970’s and Japanese animes and is aimed at depicting shown in the cartoon, children were seen forming teams and Japan in its real sense. It is known for its less number of competing with each other in multiple Beyblade battles. This dialogues, high detailed animation, cinematic style and fast- animates series was adapted from a popular manga paced action plot. It aired on 10th, August, 2001 on Cartoon series written and illustrated by Takoi Aoki for promotion of Network and ended on 25th, September, 2004. It won four spinning tops called Beyblades. It was adapted into an anime Primetime Emmy Awards, six Annie Awards, an OIAF Award, whose first season was produced by Madhouse while the rest and received eight additional nominations. were produced by Nihon Animedia. It was first aired in Japan Galactic Football: Galactic Football is a French on Tv Tokyo in 2001 which was later gradually telecasted in animated series of the sci-fi sports genre. It is based on an different parts of the world. The most popular part about unfortunate team Snow Kids who aim to compete in the this series is the merchandise Beyblade which led children Galactic Football Cup- A game similar to football with a twist imitate their favourite characters in real world. of flux that enhances players attributes such as strength,

history of cartoon series cartoon of history Phineas and Ferb: Phineas and Ferb is a modern agility, speed or grants special powers like teleportation. It animated comedy-musical television series. It centred around was co-produced by Alphanim, France 2, Jetix Europe and Phineas and his English step-brother Ferb who are engaged in Welkin Animiation. It was aired on 3rd June, 2006 and ended new grand projects every day which makes their control-freak on 27th October, 2011. sister Candace go berserk. Its sense of humour and musicals Roll no. 21: Roll no. 21 is an award winning Indian numbers has made this show popular among adults as well. animated series. It is inspired from the mythological story Its funky music earned this series 4 Emmy nominations in the of Lord Krishna defeating the evil Kansa. In this cartoon, year 2008. Krishna reincarnates as a student whereas Kansa reincarnates This series is co-created by Dan Povenmire and Jeff as his principal. The storyline is focused on their rivalry and

ARENA ANIMATION Content: Rishiraj Designer: Sonali P. 8 ANDHERI (W) is appealing and witty. It was first aired on 14th November, he is unable to 2010 and continues to air till date. It bagged 3 awards do so due to (maximum number of awards) in the Cartoon Network Super the mischief Toons Awards. of the three cockroaches Chhota Bheem: Chhota Bheem is one of the top Joey, Dee Dee animated shows of India. It is inspired from the mythological and Marky who character Bheem of Mahabharat. In this series, Bheem is are determined to shown as an adventurous 9 year old boy who attains immense make Oggy’s life strength after eating a laddu (though Popeye’s spinach would miserable. It was have been much healthier). It was created by Rajiv Chilaka, first telecasted on the CEO of Green Gold Animation. This series was launched 28th November, in 2009 in Pogo TV and soon became popular among children, 1988 and continues making it the number 1 Indian Animation show. to broadcast till date. history of cartoon series Slugterra: Slugterra was a Canadian/American sci-fi- Ben 10 Alien Force: Ben action animated series created by A saph Fipke. It centres 10 Alien Force is an American on Eli Shane, a young man aspiring to become the greatest animated series of sci-fi, action- slug-slinging hero of all. This can only be done by collecting, adventure and drama genre. It was training and duelling little creatures called slugs. It was first created by Man of Action broadcasted on Disney XD Canada on 3rd September, 2012. and produced by Cartoon Later on, it was broadcasted in different channels all over Network Studio. It is based the world. Its popularity paved way to several Eli Shane on its predecessor Ben 10; merchandise, action-figures and a video games. however, the storyline is The Legend of Tarzan: The Legend of Tarzan is an completely different and American animated television series of action, adventure and the tone is darker. Ben fantasy genre. It was created by The Walt Disney Company Tennyson, his sister Gwen in 2001 based on the Tarzan character created by Edgar Rice and Kevin set out on a Burroughs. This series picks up from the 1999 feature film journey to protect humans where Tarzan is adjusting to his new role as the leader of ape from alien invasions. Ben’s after the death of Kerchak and Jane, his wife, is adjusting omnitrix gives him an her new life in the jungle. It was first aired on 13th July, 2002 ability to transform into on ABC. different types of aliens possessing special powers Oggy and the Cockroaches:Oggy and the Cockroaches for defeating the aliens. It had (also known as Oggy it les Cafards in French) is a French first aired on 26th March,2010 on animated series of slapstick comedy and action-adventure Cartoon Network and ended on genre produced by Xilam and Gaumont Film Company. The 26th March, 2010. It won an Emmy show is based on Oggy, an overweight blue cat, who loves award in the category Outstanding to slack around watching TV and eating all day. However, Sound Mixing-Live Action and Animation.

Designer: Sonali P. Content: Rishiraj ARENA ANIMATION ANDHERI (W) 9 Cartoon Series of 2000s

Digimon: the children form their own society, that is with a complete Digimon is government and a class structure. Recess first aired on ABC a Japanese from 1997 through 2003 and reruns aired in Disney Channel. media franchise Courage the cowardly dog: Courage the cowardly dog is encircling an American comedy horror animated television series which virtual pet toys, was created by John R. Dilworth for cartoon network. The anime, manga, series was based on its protagonist dog named courage who video games, resides with his owners who are a senior couple. Courage films and a trading is a dog who is completely opposite of his name. He fears card game. Digimon the super naturals. The series featured some paranormal is a television series characters too. Courage deals with these characters saving that has its origin in Japan. the lives of his owners. The series originally originated from The very first digimon television a short on cartoon network’s animation showcase series series got on air on march 7, 1999 in Japan on Fuji TV and created by Hanna- Babera titled “The Chicken from Outer Kids Station and on august 14, 1999 in the united states on Space”. That segment was also nominated for an Academy fox kids. The united states episode was dubbed by Saban Award in 1996 and hence cartoon network specially made a Entertainment that was for the north American English series based on the short. version. The shows ground is a group of seven kids. The kids are colonized by creatures known as digital monsters Pokemon: Pokemon is a Japanese children’s anime (digimon) as they take a voyage to the digital world. The television series which has been adapted for the international aim of these digimons is to save both, the digital and the television markets. The series is based on Pokemon Video real world. Game series. The animated series of Pokemon is splited into five chronologically sequential series in Japan, that was by Duck tales: Duck tales is an American animated the version if the video game series. The series was inspired television series which was produced by Disney television by: the original series, the advanced generation series, animation. The show started (premiered) on September 18, the diamond and pearl series, the best wishes! Series and 1987 and ended on November 28, 1990. The show consisted currently the XYseries which began in October 2013. These a total of four seasons and 100 episodes. Getting inspired by five series are splited into 17 separate seasons. the popularity of the show, an animated theatrical follow-up film which was based on the series named “Duck Tales the Dexter’s Laboratory: Dexter’s Laboratory is Movie: Treasure of the Lost Lamp” was also released widely an American comic science fiction animated children’s in the united states on august 3, 1990. Duck Tales was based television series which was created by Genndy Tartakovsky on Uncle Scrooge and other Duck Universe comic that were for Cartoon Network. The protagonist Dexter who is a boy created by Carl Barks. The series is noteworthy for being the genius and is having a secret Laboratory which is based in the first Disney cartoon that was produced for syndication. it basement of his house and is filled with his inventions. His also made way for future Disney cartoons like Chip ‘n Dale sweet antagonist is his Sister Dee Dee, who always succeeds Rescue Rangers, Tale Spin and Darkwing Duck which was later in getting access to his lab despite Dexter’s best effort to considered to be a follow-up of Duck Tales. keep her away from it. the first two seasons of the series

history of cartoon series cartoon of history contains additional segments: Dial M for Monkey that focuses Recess: Recess is an American animated television on dexter’s pet lab monkey who turns out as a superhero and series that was created by Paul Germain and Joe Ansolabehere The Justice Friends, was based on a trio of three friends who and was produced by Walt Disney television animation. The are sharing their apartment. The show premiered on April plot of the series was based on six simple school students 27, 1996. and their associations with other classmates and teachers too. The title of the series indicates the time when the Pinky and the brain: Pinky and the brain is an students are playing outside in the schoolyard and not in American animated television series which was also the first the classroom. The chief feature of the series is about how animated television series to be presented in Dolby Surround

ARENA ANIMATION Content: Pinank Design: Sonali P. 10 ANDHERI (W) and also the fourth collaboration of Steven Spielberg and Warner Bros Animation. The characters of the series first appeared in 1993 as a recurring segment on Animaniac and then from 1995 to 1998, they were spun off into their own show on the WB television network. 65 Episodes were produced by Steven Spielberg. Dragon ball: Dragon ball is a Japanese manga series which was written and also illustrated by Akira Toriyama. Dragon ball found its inspiration from a classical Chinese novel Journey to the West. The series follows the adventures of the protagonist Goku that showed the Childhood and his Adulthood as he trains himself in Martial Arts and explores the world in search of the seven orbs known as the Dragon Balls, which summon a wish-granting dragon when gathered. Johnny bravo: Is an American animated television series by van partible for cartoon network. The series stars a muscular

man named Johnny bravo who pulls history of cartoon series on a pompadour haircut and an elvis Presley- like voice and has a forward women-chasing personality. The series was actually a part of the shorts on cartoon networ’s animation showcase series world premiere toons that was popularlyknown as the The What a Cartoon! Show. It was the popularity of the shorts that led to the network commissioning a full seriesfor the show which premiered on july 7, 1997. The series ended its official run on august 27, 2004. Swat kats: the radical squadron is an animated television series created by Christian Tremblay and Yvon Tremblay and was produced by Hanna-Barbera and turner program services. The plot of the series was set in a imaginary metropolitan area of Megakat city. The city is attacked every time by some evil characters and it is the titular Swat Kats who are the two vigilante pilots who comes to rescue the city. The show premiered and ran on TBS’s syndication block The Funtastic World of Hanna-Barbera from 1993 to 1995. The series had total twenty-five complete episodes and also a special episode that features account on the Swat Kats and all of their missions and Gadgets.

Design: Sonali P. Content: Pinank ARENA ANIMATION ANDHERI (W) 11 Art Festival

Kala Ghoda Arts festival celebrates its greatness and glory expanding every year

he Kala Ghoda Arts Festival successfully celebrated its Festival’s theme was “momentum”. It was based on the fast- sweet sixteen this year. In order to celebrate, patrons of paced life of Mumbaikars. No matter whichever hurdle comes Tart, literature and culture were invited from different our way, we help each other out and never let our spirit shatter, parts of the world. Masterpieces by painters and designers thus being able to resume back to our lives. How true is that! were used to decorate the entire locality. A cornucopia of The way this festival integrated this theme with different dancers, musicians and actors kept the guests entertained events was spectacular. with their mesmerizing performances. Aroma of scrumptious The best part of this festival is that it has something in food soothed everybody’s soul. Different cultures intermingled the store for everyone. If you are a music-lover, you can enjoy at one place. When the Ghoda witnessed such a boisterous a plethora of unique performances from different artists and celebration in his honour, it neighed in joy, again and again. musicians. Various traditional street shows and acts will you This is how Kala Ghoda Arts festival is celebrated each take on a ride to the 80s and 90s where life was much simpler year- its greatness and glory expanding every year. What makes and lesser technology savvy. All the bookworms and literature this festival so great and so loved? For starters, this festival is a freaks can spend quality time with their favourite authors and community celebration of arts in one of the most beautiful and writers at David Sasoon Library, Tarq and Arbour. For those who prestigious locality of Mumbai. It offers 350 exciting events love live action rather than imaginative words, various movies over a period of 9 days. These events are based on music, and theatre performances will marvel you at NGMA, Horniman theatre, visual art, dance, literature, workshops, street acts, Circle Garden, Max Mueller Bhavan and Artists’ Centre. kala ghoda art festival art kala ghoda heritage walks and food which are specially crafted to entertain If you are more into creating marvellous constructions, both children as well as adults. It is said that over 150,000 you will definitely enjoy the urban design and architecture people attend this festival every year. Tourists specially plan models at Ramport Row. If your passion is food, you cannot their vacations to afford to miss the workshops that take place at Westside and witness it. And the Gateway Rooms. Experienced chefs from top restaurants will best part of all- it shower you with their secret recipes and useful cooking tips. is open to everyone If you are more of a walk-person, you can enrol yourselves in free of cost. Where a heritage walk programme where you will be able to explore A cornucopia of else will you see the popular landmarks of Mumbai. such a breath-taking dancers, musicians display of culture Which party is complete without food and souvenirs? and actors kept the and art at one place? None. At Kala Ghoda Arts Festival, you can enjoy multiple cuisines at different food stalls located all over the area. guests entertained This year’s Various businessmen from different parts of the country put up with their mesmerizing Kala Ghoda Arts their stalls in this festival, thus making it a shopper’s paradise. performances Kala Ghoda Arts Festival is

ARENA ANIMATION Content: Pinank Designer: Kirtee S. 12 ANDHERI (W) like a melting pot where different cultures have been mixed together in perfect proportions. Its dynamism and wide spectrum makes it one of the most awaited festivals every year. Knowing that it has so much to offer, it is very natural to develop

a sense of affection towards it. When time to bid ghodakala art festival farewell comes near, we wish to get hold of the entire festival in our fist, put it in our pockets and cherish it for lifetime, just like how Bhoomi Trivedi sings in the movie Ram Leela, “Rakh pocket mein ghoda de ghode ko lagaam.”

Designer: Kirtee S. Content: Pinank ARENA ANIMATION ANDHERI (W) 13 Clay Crossing

ne of the most highlighted events in the calendar VAIBHAV KUMARESH, CHETAN SHARMA AND of kala ghoda festivals was the workshop which was VAIBHAV MORE - SKETCHING Oconducted at the art festival. These exhibitions were AND CARTOONING FOR EVERYONE, EVEN some of the most. THOSE WHO CAN’T DRAW SHRADDHA - CLAY CROSSING The Animation Society of India (TASI) which is a India animation body and has conducted a workshop where the The workshop held at Kala Ghoda during Kala Ghoda art theme was featuring live demos, clips and mass sketching festival was based on the clay modelling. This workshop was session by India’s finest animation gurus. The workshop of approximately 2:30 hours where she started explanation has facilitated its members to discover and learn the with short introduction of clay modelling and tools and enjoyment of sketching, to discover their own unique ways equipment’s of clay modelling which was easy to understand of ‘observing’ and ‘expressing’ along with tips and tricks and eco-friendly at the same time. She explained the for animated cartoons. The workshop started with the difference between the old technique and new technique short introduction of sketching. There were some of the of clay modelling. She made some of the models with the activities which were planned in between the workshop, help of clay modelling tools and equipment’s and then all there were quite interesting task given to them which can every participants tried to make some of the models with be counted as one min activity. The activity was very simple the help of tools and equipment’s of clay modelling. and interesting, they planned some activities which were somewhat very easy but which need to focus our mind. He asked to make some minor illustrations. kala ghoda art festival art kala ghoda

Participants trying their hand on clay crossing Vaibhav Kumresh and Vaibhav More addressing the participants

ARENA ANIMATION Content: Shraddha T. Designer: Kirtee S. 14 ANDHERI (W) Sketching And Cartooning For Everyone, Even Those Who Can’t Draw

CHETAN SHARMA - VISUAL NARRATIVES AND Sketching And Cartooning For Everyone, THE ART OF THE ANIMATED FILM Even Those Who Can’t Draw

One of the most successful seminars was held at kala ghoda at “artisans” by Chetan Sharma who is National Award winning Animator and Filmmaker. Chetan Sharma reveals

on the processes of animation, the ultimate mixture of all ghodakala art festival arts i.e., visual as well as narrative. This was the seminar where he explained about his studio of animation. He also displayed some of his art works and the same time he was explaining about his art works. He explained about the animation industry in the same seminar in a very interesting way. He revealed some of the very interesting facts about animation industry.

Visual Narratives And The Art Of The Animated Film

Chetan Sharma explaining the participants about his style of animating films

Designer: Kirtee S. Content: Shraddha T. ARENA ANIMATION ANDHERI (W) 15 FCP Workshop This master class was conducted by Mr. Prayag P., this master class was based on Final Cut Pro software introductions and its uses. This workshop was divided into many batches so that majority of students could participate in this workshop and could take the advantage. Workshop started with the debate on differences of Mac and Windows which further moved to the difference of premier and FCP, video which is made by Apple Company on the occasion of 30th anniversary of Apple was one of the major parts of this discussion. Workshop moved ahead with introduction of Final Cut Pro, he introduced students to the interface of Final Cut Pro as well as interface of Mac. He explained the details and facts about the benefits of Final Cut Pro and vice versa of premier pro too in a very interesting way, he also gave some example from the same. Many students grabbed this golden opportunity and participated in this workshop. master class Workshop is a step ahead effort from Arena Animation Andheri for its students to attain some core industry knowledge to help them for their bright future.

ARENA ANIMATION Content: Shraddha T. Designer: Omkar B. 16 ANDHERI (W) students get master stroke in knowledge

Know My PC Workshop Know my pc was the workshop which was conducted by Mr. Mukesh J. where he explained about the basics of computers. The master class was again conducted in many batches so that majority students could take a part in this workshop. This workshop was started with the introduction of computer, he told about the history of computer class master when the first computer was introduced who invented the first computer and how it was introduced were some of the question which has been answered in this workshop. He explained about the input and out devices of computer in detail and gave some examples of the same. He continued the workshop with the explanation of the drives and partition of discs, he also explained about Central processor unit internal devices which include mother board, chips etc. the workshop continued further with the explanation of the software’s and installations of software. The second part of the session was the query session, this was the most important and long session as there were many questions in students mind related to the software as well as computer which were solved by respected faculty at the same time.

Designer: Omkar B. Content: Shraddha T. ARENA ANIMATION ANDHERI (W) 17 An event where faculties and parents meet for discussing students’ effort and future in the industry Parent Teachers’ Meet Workshop for Parents

arent Teacher’s Meeting was conducted by Arena his time Arena Animation Andheri introduced a very Animation Andheri for the benefit of the students new workshop which was specially organized for Pto discuss their improvement and growth with their Tparents. This workshop was held after the parent’s parents. There are many new faculties and they had to teachers meet where parents have been introduced to introduce themselves to the parents and conducted the computer, Respected Mukesh sir started this workshop with presentation very effortlessly. This meeting was very explanation of computer, he introduced parents with the important for students, faculties and parents. Parents can fundamentals and basic of computer. he also explained get feedback about their children’s and what can be done many important procedure and simple ways to use pc and for their development, at the same time this meeting was software, later on respected Shoviek sir took the lead and important for facilities as they can get feedbacks about their continued the workshop where he introduced Photoshop students and can share other things related to the studies and he started with some of the simple examples. He gave and Institute. The day started with preparation of the meet explanation of some of important tools, he also explained and where the whole staff was assigned to volunteer this about the workspace and interface of Photoshop. Major meet. Many parents participated in meeting and event was part of Photoshop was dedicated to retouching. Respected held systematically. Faculties executed very important Shoviek sir explained the whole process to retouching in role for meeting and they informed all the parents about detail with a very simple but interesting way. every events and projects for students in Arena Animation After this presentation and session parents did some Andheri. The whole event was very effortlessly managed by practice sessions under the guidance of some faculties staff members of Arena students. The volunteers managed and some volunteer, and all the parents made an amazing everything in the event keeping in mind the ease of parents, effort and came up with marvelous results of retouching. parent teachers’ meet teachers’ parent registrations were done at the reception area. Parents There was session for queries too where every all the were greeted by respective faculties and they gave short doubts were cleared of the parents. This practice session introduction about Arena Animation and their works was was conducted twice between the workshops. This given to the parents. Parents have been updated about workshop was one the most interesting one as this time the various activities lined up for the year at the academy. this workshop was for parents and they participated in The work of students was presented by the faculties to a very enthusiastic way. parents at the same time feedback about students work and development was given to the parents. The parent’s teacher meet proves to be a very important activity for the students as well as parents. It helps greatly in the all-round development of students. Appraisal Cards of their students were given to all the parents, which greatly helped the parents to know the progress of their children. The parent’s teacher meet proves to be a very important activity for the students as well as parents. It helps greatly in the all-round development of students. Appraisal Cards of their students were given to all the parents, which greatly helped the parents to know the progress of their children. The parent’s teacher meet proves to be a very important activity for the students as well as parents. It helps greatly in the all- round development of students. Appraisal Cards of their students were given to all the parents, which greatly helped the parents to know the progress of their children.

ARENA ANIMATION Content: Shraddha T. Designer: Pratik P. 18 ANDHERI (W) parent teachers’ meet

Designer: Pratik P. Content: Shraddha T. ARENA ANIMATION ANDHERI (W) 19 Pr Dw convocation of arena students who successfully passed with appreciable portfolio and handful of knowledge

Id onvocation ceremony is the proud moment when Arena Andheri students complete their courses and move ahead in future with plenty knowledge and Cexperience in hand. The convocation was held in Arena Andheri for students who successfully passed out and did great projects for their portfolio. The day started with preparations of convocation, where all the faculties were busy in Ae preparations. There was a good gathering of students from different curriculums and courses who were felicitated with their respective degree. Some external professional faculties were invited which inspired the students for their career. The kind words of wisom from the external faculties helped the students to understand the industrial senario and they wished them all the best for their future. At the same time some campus recruitments were being conducted by some companies where many students showcased their portfolio, this was one of the best chance for the students to interact with professionals as well. The day was very special for students as well as for the faculties of Arena Animation Andheri. The certification and the grand celebration for it Convocation made the day joyful and a bliss for all the students. By the end of the day Fl the ceremony came to its last stage where all the students shared their experiences and views of their journey with Arena Animation Andheri. The students were glad and cheerful in high spirits with their degrees and the Ps convocation ceremony. Vivek Mishra Today is my last day in Arena, it is my convocation day. I am passing out of Arena with handful of experience and sheer knowledge Ai

ARENA ANIMATION Content: Shraddha T. Designer: Omkar B. 20 ANDHERI (W) convocation of arena students who successfully passed with appreciable portfolio and handful of knowledge

from my faculties. Learnt many things while the time I was here at Arena. I will keep working hard and make my career in animation. Presently I am doing job as a flash animator and I am pretty happy with my work and progress I have made.

Palkesh Patel Convocation I have worked 4 years in Arena as a student which turned out to be an awesome experience and gained knowledge with excess amount of skills that favoured for me. Arena is like my second home, I am happy with my work at Arena and at my job, m working there as a VFX artist and video editor which is helping me to mould my skills and working on my mistakes. Nitin Mestry My experience at Arena was very satisfying and learnt many things from faculties, they never pressurised me but instead rectified my mistakes as a friend. Today it is my convocation day and I am very happy about it. Priya Patil Today is very happy day for me at Arena, it is my convocation day. It is my last day at Arena and I got to know many new things from my faculties, it is not that I am going empty handed instead I am going mind full of knowledge and experience with me that will help me further in my career. Rashmi Mallya I took my admission in Arena one year ago, I opted for a course called GWD (Graphics and Web Designing). The experience which I gained from Arena was different and learnt many new things throughout the course. Personally the competition that I was facing here was challenging and enhanced my skills which favoured for me. All in all a great experience to study in Arena.

ARENA ANIMATION Designer: Omkar B. Content: Shraddha T. ANDHERI (W) 21 Convocation

ARENA ANIMATION Designer: Pratik P. 22 ANDHERI (W) Convocation Our Proud Graduates Convocation

Designer: Pratik P. ARENA ANIMATION ANDHERI (W) 23 renowned Game titles which made it to big screen with their story line

ollywood’s eager to make movies the gaming industry, but when Xavier Gens tried to make influencing from games and they have this character more famous by making a film based on the Hmanaged them to bring it to big screen game, it was probably not up to the mark. The movie was from time and time some were hit and released in 2007 November 21. It was financial success. deserved sequel while others did But a reboot is being developed and we hope it makes a not create impact considering mark like the game. how block buster the games were. Let’s talk about games Max Payne that were later transformed Max Payne a character which require no introduction into movies. for gamers. The franchise featured 2 major games that were blockbuster hit in the industry. With the success of Hitman the games John Moore made a movie of the same name it Agent, 47 a cold blooded did not work out quite well even though having decent star killer, hand packed with silver cast like Mark Wahlberg. John Moore tried best to make sleek guns and body with tight this film a hit as the games were but involving excellent silk suite with red tie cast was not enough. makes an impression in the mind of the gamers. Tomb Raider Tomb Raider is an American action fantasy film

from movie game to Agent, 47 no doubt is most loved character in adapted from the video game of the same name. Although the game was not critically recognized until movie came

ARENA ANIMATION Content: Sachit V. Designer: Pratik P. 24 ANDHERI (W) out. The reason for being such a blockbuster hit can be trailers look promising and let’s keep our fingers crossed one of the reasons that Angelina Jolie playing the role and see if this brand new Need for Speed movie can rock of Lara Croft or refined story line in comparison of the the screens as the game did. game. Prince of Persia The Prince, a well known son of king Sharaman, aristocrat and a man with known skills like sword fighting to game moviefrom and acrobats. Prince of Persia is one of the best games created with unique storyline and best sword fighting techniques. The game featured 3 main sequels which received positive response from the gamers. Mike Newell decided to make a film on the series and was blockbuster hit. Prince of Persia held the record of highest grossing video game to film adaptation worldwide, earning $335 million worldwide. Need for Speed A game that every game has played with a goal of crossing the finish line 1st. Scott Waugh decides to make a movie of the same name starring breaking bad actor Aaron Paul. The movie has released on March 14, the

Designer: Pratik P. Content: Shraddha T. ARENA ANIMATION ANDHERI (W) 25 reative Minds, a zonal competition Winners’ List organized by Arena Animation on CFebruary 12, 2014 in Mumbai, got Winner Category Title an amazing response from the students. More than 1200 students from various Karan Dutt 3D Modeling Ryzo centres in the western zone participated in this event. The esteemed panel of judges included Darshan Barot from Star Kushpreet Graphics Focus Camera India, Atul Bhatkar from Eplus Studio, Singh Handa Vaibhav More from Vaibhav More Films Studio, and Taha Kazi - Project lead from Ritesh, 2D Short Film Love-Dhoka Edu Buddy Pro & Vidhvaan Buddy. Ankur, It proved to be a golden opportunity for Bhavesh, all the students as they got to see the Sainath best of creativity there. After that, it Bhavesh, 2D Short Film Anganwadi was the time everyone eagerly waiting for i.e. Declaration of Winners. Creative Mukesh, mind was the stage where the incredible Avinash, and marvelous talent was displayed. Manish Arena Animation Andheri center has set a milestone by getting highest number Richard, 2D Short Film Vanpur ka super of awards at Creative Minds and the Bhavesh, hero cherry on the cake was clean sweep in 2D Ritesh category, all the awards for 2D has come in house. 1St and 3rd prize for Animation Vivek, 3D Short Film Esprit -Lutter sequence, 3rd prize for 3D movie, 2nd Jolina, prize for character modelling and 1st Ajitha, prize for graphic has been arise in arena animation Andheri. To receive the award Nikita , from the honorable juries were very Siddhesh prestige’s moment for all the mentors and faculties were very proud. Hemraj B. 3D character Biryani animation Let’s here the stories of success seq. form the winners itself: Vivek M. 3D character Maa creative minds creative animation A group photograph of our seq. over-joyous winners

ARENA ANIMATION Content: Sachit V. Designer: Riddhi G. 26 ANDHERI (W) Hemraj(1st prize for animation sequence)

When I got to know that I have to make a proper 3D animation sequence at that point of time I was not ready because I was interested in 2D animation. But sir insisted me to do it and to make an attempt. When I started my project I faced many difficulties, because I was basically new to it and creating an animation was difficult. I was facing few up and downs while making the project and Chetan sir helped me in every difficulties. Ryzo(2nd prize for 3D Character modelling) Karan Dutt

This is my first award in creative minds I got 2nd prize for my character. Last time when I participated I learned many things and this time while making a project, I tried to keep all those things in mind which I learned. I was expecting this award, at least in top 3. At the end of the day I am happy that I got this award and it was not possible without the support of my faculties. Esprit-Lutter(3rd prize for 3D movie) 3D Incubation Team winners share Winning 3rd prize in category of 3D short film for Esprit Lettuer was an amazing feeling for me and the team. The their thoughts creative minds story of the film was very short when we first heard it so we on achieving a had do develop it and add many scenes that could suite up the storyline. The difficult job for us was that, we had to milestone show dramatic scenes, fighting scenes, emotional scenes and action scenes in less than 5 minutes. Another problem our team faced was the rendering parts, our team sat together found out ways to the solution and the work w as back on track and won 1st prize in Aakruti and 3rd prize in Creative Minds.

Love - Dhoka (1st prize for 2D movie) for this project. Bhavesh Sawant Richard Rodrigues(3rd prize for 2D)

The person behind this award is Respected Rajiv Pain is temporary, movie is forever. The 8 months period Manihar sir, we decided not to submit this movie before 1 spent on ‘vanpur ka super hero’ will remain as a lifetime week of submission because it was incomplete. Sir motivated treasure. We as visual artists don’t learn how to draw, but we us to work day and night and after 7 days, finally movie was learn to believe that you can do it are what count. I feel very completed and it was ready for the submission. Unfortunately obliged to receive the “Creative minds award” but that has I was not present at the grand finale because of some several never been my goal. I worked to study not to compete. All in reasons but I was in office and was getting all the updates via one, my future plans will always be to do something better phone and when I came to know that we won the 1st prize than what I did. that moment became priceless. This award is just because of my faculty and my team who was there with me and worked Kushpreet Singh (1st prize for graphics) hard for tireless day to might. 1st prize in graphic was unexpected, this project was Anganwadi (2nd prize for 2D movie) made in considerably less amount of time mean while as I was working in magazine. I think I could have done better

2D Incubation (se) Team that time but it was not easy, faced couple of problems We all had a lots of expectations from this 2D project but I managed to finish it and everyone was impressed as we all worked very hard for this and its was our incubation with the output. project. The whole credit goes to our mentor who was standing behind was every tme to motivate and guideus and the whole team of anganwadi which has worked day to night

Designer: Disha Content: Shraddha T. ARENA ANIMATION ANDHERI (W) 27 hired guides. To create some good interaction there was a small introductory session given by each one of them in which they told about their uniqueness. In view of the fact that it was a long journey people played many games related to songs and drama all the way long. Reaching Karjat, a briefing session was held, where guides explained few important points for trekking. So as to begin the hike, attva zone, a club for like minded students launched villagers had arranged some snacks for all so as to obtain by Anivolution successfully completed its first trekking energy and be focused to reach at the top. “National event which was held on 9th March, 2014 at Karjat. T Anthem” was sung by each and every one so as to greet our This was the club’s first activity which was very much motherland and thank its beauty before commencing the appreciated by the participants. To make this event a hike. The students were divided into five groups, based on success, team Anivolution put their hard efforts of days and the five elements, sky, fire, water, earth and space which nights to plan out the entire event for the 45+ participants. also gave an essence of our club. Our troop was escorted by As that was the first event organised by the team, a handful three guides, one of them was leading, the other was in the of volunteers were selected who helped and supported middle and the third was assigned to be the last one to keep in organising the trek. Before the main event, a meeting a watch on all. All three of them were explaining to the was held amongst the club members to discuss about the group of people, they were walking with. During the trek, particulars which were necessary for the trip with such the guides were providing interesting information regarding large number. Identity cards were provided to all the club the locality which included its past history as well as the members going for the trek in the meeting itself. climatic conditions. The trek which was graded to be easy for armatures turned out to be quite challenging as per the tattva zone activites zone tattva internet research done by many. Even in exhaustive state while ascending uphill we could not neglect to admire the breath- talking visuals of Mother Nature. There was a short informative session about the caves and the history behind the carvings and sculptures which were made by our ancestors. As informed by the guides before, there were many honey bees at the top. People were defending themselves from the bees as well as admiring the beautiful scenery and artistic sculptures around them. After some time, everybody was at their peace and things were restored. So as to make the trip more interesting and meaningful, there was a task named Green environment initiative in which all the five groups had to Since participants were in huge amount, attendance clean the path while coming down. Every one participated were taken and after that all were provided with a small and took this initiative to keep the environment clean. bag filled with light snacks for the journey and Tattva Along the way to the end everyone had a little refreshment Zone logo stickers which were stuck on one and all’s drinks and ice cones ‘GOLLA’. After coming down, the trash outfit. As everybody was thrilled, the audacious journey collected by all the participants was dumped at one place started soon. No sooner did the journey commence, and the group which had composed the largest amount of the chants of lord Ganesha were humming in trash was appreciated by one and all. Completing that task the bus. All were busy deep in their thoughts was exhausting hence a lunch break was decided. A short imagining the upcoming events alleged by the

ARENA ANIMATION Content: Riddhi G. Designer: Kushpreet 28 ANDHERI (W) ney our new j a beginning towards a gratitude was expressed before commencing the lunch. To relaxation. Throwing pebbles in the water and hence the continue the further excitement, a Team Building activity reaction of splashing water was total fun. With everyone was held amongst the five groups. The activity was about exhausted and settled down, finally the bus left from Karjat. picking and arranging the bricks and walking on it at the As everyone was tired after a long day of trekking and many same time. As there was nature’s beauty all around, each adventurous things, a short nap was taken. After sometime one of them was eager to click some stunning scenic the bus was bought to a standstill for some evening snacks photographs, hence a photography activity was held. On and tea. That was a time for everyone to get fresh and at tattva zone activites and all were excited and gave their best for these clicks. the same time to be ready for the remaining journey. All The photography activity was the most lovable activity by were revitalized after a short nap and snacks, and played all. With the mesmerising sunset, our day came to an end games like antakshari in the bus till the journey ended and and we planned a departure from Karjat. While returning we reached our centre safely. All together it was a good back there was a drizzle which accompanied with the cold time during the trek, the weather conditions were pleasant breeze. The weather was adding fun to the trek. Each one for trekking. The pleasant weather with slight drizzling and proceeded to the dam where many pictures were clicked the cold wind both accompanied each other and made the including several group pictures. Everyone was full of joys trek more fascinating and pleasing. The trek was in full of spring at the lake while the nature’s scenery and the cold swing and ended successfully after everybody reaching their weather added more fun. The lake side was a good place for home safely with some cherished memories.

Tattva Zone’s First trekking activity at Kondan caves

Designer: Kushpreet Content: Riddhi G. ARENA ANIMATION ANDHERI (W) 29 collage

ARENA ANIMATION Designer: Kushpreet 30 ANDHERI (W) Memories captured from the first trekking activity of the club collage

Designer: Kushpreet ARENA ANIMATION ANDHERI (W) 31 Website Review A loving photostory ne might say we have spent a lot of time with our grew fond of the woods during his various hunts in order respective families that we have done everything to secure food for the family. In the end the writer tell us Othat we could possibly do with them. In a family one that he remembers all these stories that his grandfather has been through everything right from the up to the downs told him and how they wanted to make this Last Hunting and everything in the middle. Thus we now bring your expedition of his a cheerful and memorable one. attention to one such site hosted by NFB which showcases the feelings and emotions of one grandson who is trying to Description: express himself in the most creative and essentially only The writer often focuses on the fact that he wanted way he knows, that is through pictures and storytelling. to go on this expedition so that he could find some So here we have a website dedicated to a loving hunting connection between him and his grandfather. He feels that enthusiast and nature loving grandfather which goes by the he can do this by capturing various moments during this name of the last hunt. journey using photography. He feels that he can decipher the meaning of the connection in-between these amazing Story: clicks and snapshots. Another point that Alexi is trying to The site relates to us the story of photographer Alexi portray is the beauty of the spirit behind hunting. The Hobbs grandfather Antonio ‘Pit’ Allard. We find out that battle between the hunter, the abundance of emotions and Pit belonged to the army at one point of time. After some feelings that are created from this elegant sport and the time he could not take it anymore and decided to leave the happiness that is brought to his Grandpa Pit while he tries army, which was not a good idea especially during those old to hunt for what could possibly his last expedition to the times. That was because back then leaving the army would woods he loves. Alexi is also trying to come to terms with be considered as desertion and the culprit responsible for the fact that his grandfather may pass away anytime soon this would eventually be thrown in jail. Pit wanted to avoid and that the chair facing the porch is going to be vacant in this gruesome outcome so he immediately went into hiding some time. Alexi feels that he might grow alone after this in the woods of northern Quebec. During this period he because there will be no one to teach him all of managed to get a job as well as met Alexi’s grandmother. the new things he thought he would master The story also speaks of the tensions and stress that came about hunting. from hiding this secret from her as well as how grandpa Pit Web review

ARENA ANIMATION Content: Aaron G. Designer: Dhiraj K. 32 ANDHERI (W) Animation: can look at this sight and easily get lost in the The site is well designed with a very simple but amazing composition of pictures and the redefined elegant fell about it. Although like all flash web sites this interactive style of reading a story. With some requires good internet speed and connection to view and extra controls which can be used to improve your enjoy properly it is much worth the wait. The entire tory experience further, one could say that this is a site can be read by merely scrolling down or using the arrow to see when one is down in the dumps. At the same time keys to go up and down the story line. The site plays a there are some flaws with respect to the average glitching good and soothing music tack in the background that out and hanging of the website which can certainly become makes the reading and viewing experience all the more troublesome and quite frankly a massive letdown, there is exciting, relaxing as well as quite enjoyable. This is a site also the fact that not many people out there might take that relates a story not only in the form of words but in an interest in a site like this. But in the end it is worth the the form of small animations placed quite well in-between visit. various paragraphs. The animations are really short and The last hunt is a beautifully rendered site and can simple and bear a great symbolism to various situations certainly tend to get you emotional at times. The site and points that are in the story. Some animations are just claims that they have an app version of the story as well for an information purpose telling us a small fact that helps and also it can be shared with your friends and those family us to connect the story in a better way. This site allows members who you feel are the most important and special the user to switch between the story and a large array of individual to you in the whole world. If this site were to beautifully clicked pictures of the expedition, each one be rate it would not be right as it will appeal to different narrating its own special story and the meaning behind it. people and of different mindsets and goals, so in short Alexi has tried to portray the essence of his grandfather’s you will have to see it for yourselves. Just strap on your spirit in the hunt. reading glasses and get ready to enter a place which will simply leave you quiet sentimental and lost in thought. An Conclusion and Review: amazing site which goes by the name of The Last Hunt. In the end one would say that this is a site that manages (http://thelasthunt.nfb.ca/#/thelasthunt) to wonderfully execute the feeling of photographer Alexi Hobbs to the fullest. There is a great sense of Web review extraordinary humility in this story and can serve as a deep inspiration for all those internet views out there. One

Designer: Dhiraj K. Content: Aaron G. ARENA ANIMATION ANDHERI (W) 33 difference of life Like animation and stylized animation

orce- animal drawing, book by Michael D. Mattesi is image based book with lots of Fillustrations and explanations. The basic of different chapters which include the how animated film is fundamental of book is animal locomotion and nimation produced, what are the job opportunities. design concepts for animators. When we draw from script to This book explains a difference of life quality and a human anatomy it is quite simple and there screen book is a single structure for human anatomy but this A stylized animation, you can not only understand the by Shamus Culhan situation differs in the concept of animal drawing, differences but also the importance of these two. This book is the book about as there are number of animal kingdom and covers the huge extent of area which explains the writing the animation which number of other species. There are many different method for animation. While making a film there can a can be referred by anatomies which can be drawn, this is the vast questions what animation can’t do, what are the method students to animate difference which leads to numerous architectural to stay true to the character, as there are many differences the 2D film the iterations in this book. in writing a book and writing a script for an animated film, book contains the What are graphic scripts what are cartoon writers, how Many artists are hesitant how to bridge the whole process of to develop a story etc. This book also explains about the gap between the many basic ‘how to draw’ books the animation in casting, sound and music, and a very important part of and the more advanced ones which deals with detail. The main directing a animated film I.e., preparing to make a bar the mysterious facts of structure, perspective and purpose of this book sheet. The other section covers the bar sheet and track anatomy. “Force- Animal Drawing” is the complete is to improve the analysis, this is a very important part because a music guide to improve artistic and creative animals,

book reviewbook reader with so much composer will be going to score that will often closely energetic and anatomical, linking the gap between information that interpret the action indicated in the bars here camera foundational art and advanced techniques. Artists the animator will instructions, sound track and indicating dialogues play and animators like all find animal inspiration when be able to produce a key role animating characters, be they human or inhuman. For animated films of a unique ‘larger than life’ character, one can learn professional quality. As a best way to start making a layout might be how to apply the unique facts of animal movement, This book furnishes to draw a thumbnail sketches covering a part of a locomotion, expressions, facial features, physical build the creativity, as sequence, such as all the shots in a certain interior and and personality to their traditional and digital art. You there is no shortcut exterior on one piece of paper this way is explained in can also adapt key industry actions and techniques to for creativity, there details. Layouts and the relationship of scenes have personify animal animations with key characteristics is no shortcut either been explained in details in other section of this book. in this book. This It also covers animating, music recording and editing, of a human’s face. Explore the practical application of force theories and learn from today’s leading This book encapsulates book encapsulates dialogue animating production tips and photographing many facts of a storyboard reel. There are lots of examples after character designers with the included artist interviews many facts of learning learning that must each section mentions here with lots of exercises. and an extended video tutorial. One can definitely that must be examined be examined and This book can be referred by anyone who is interested find inspiration in observation, and explore the artistic understood before in learning the art of animated cartoon production. connection between an overzealous dog or dictatorial and understood before one can create This book can be proved as an ideal of clarity and cat and your animations. Adapt key industry tricks and one can create a a meaningful inclusiveness. techniques to personify your animal animations with key animated film. It characteristics of a specific person’s face. meaningful animated can be considered This book make you reach new heights of dramatic film as a hub of a and visual effect by applying locomotive animal anatomy number of other as it relates to an animating and drawing with a definite books too which focus on force, form and shape. Beautifully illustrated has been listed in with both traditional and exaggerated observational life- it. This book consist

ARENA ANIMATION Content: Shraddha T. Designer: Kirtee S. 34 ANDHERI (W) animal animation made easy using key industry actions and techniques

drawing models, learn to apply the orce- animal drawing, book by Michael D. unique features of Mattesi is image based book with lots of animal movement, Fillustrations and explanations. The basic locomotion, of different chapters which include the how animated film is fundamental of book is animal locomotion and expressions, facial produced, what are the job opportunities. design concepts for animators. When we draw features, physical This book explains a difference of life quality and a human anatomy it is quite simple and there build and personality is a single structure for human anatomy but this to your animations. stylized animation, you can not only understand the situation differs in the concept of animal drawing, Lots of answer differences but also the importance of these two. This book as there are number of animal kingdom and related to how covers the huge extent of area which explains the writing number of other species. There are many different to apply abstract method for animation. While making a film there can a anatomies which can be drawn, this is the vast force theories questions what animation can’t do, what are the method difference which leads to numerous architectural with practical to stay true to the character, as there are many differences book review iterations in this book. techniques, artist in writing a book and writing a script for an animated film, interviews and real What are graphic scripts what are cartoon writers, how Many artists are hesitant how to bridge the world experience to develop a story etc. This book also explains about the gap between the many basic ‘how to draw’ books with a hands-on casting, sound and music, and a very important part of and the more advanced ones which deals with video tutorial, directing a animated film I.e., preparing to make a bar the mysterious facts of structure, perspective and created specifically sheet. The other section covers the bar sheet and track anatomy. “Force- Animal Drawing” is the complete for animating animal analysis, this is a very important part because a music guide to improve artistic and creative animals, movement, form composer will be going to score that will often closely energetic and anatomical, linking the gap between and personality. interpret the action indicated in the bars here camera foundational art and advanced techniques. Artists instructions, sound track and indicating dialogues play and animators like all find animal inspiration when a key role animating characters, be they human or inhuman. For As a best way to start making a layout might be a unique ‘larger than life’ character, one can learn to draw a thumbnail sketches covering a part of a how to apply the unique facts of animal movement, sequence, such as all the shots in a certain interior and locomotion, expressions, facial features, physical build exterior on one piece of paper this way is explained in and personality to their traditional and digital art. You details. Layouts and the relationship of scenes have can also adapt key industry actions and techniques to been explained in details in other section of this book. personify animal animations with key characteristics It also covers animating, music recording and editing, of a human’s face. Explore the practical application dialogue animating production tips and photographing of force theories and learn from today’s leading a storyboard reel. There are lots of examples after character designers with the included artist interviews each section mentions here with lots of exercises. and an extended video tutorial. One can definitely This book can be referred by anyone who is interested find inspiration in observation, and explore the artistic connection between an overzealous dog or dictatorial in learning the art of animated cartoon production. Gorgeously illustrated This book can be proved as an ideal of clarity and cat and your animations. Adapt key industry tricks and inclusiveness. techniques to personify your animal animations with key with both traditional characteristics of a specific person’s face. and exaggerated This book make you reach new heights of dramatic and visual effect by applying locomotive animal anatomy observational life as it relates to an animating and drawing with a definite drawing models focus on force, form and shape. Beautifully illustrated with both traditional and exaggerated observational life-

Designer: Kirtee S. Content: Shraddha T. ARENA ANIMATION ANDHERI (W) 35 Gaming experience evolved and redefined

0 years ago, the first ever PlayStation was introduced about new added feature to the controller is the touch pad by Sony. Special thanks to Nintendo for spoiling the deal with inbuilt speakers which is compatible even with PS3. 2with Sony, the breaking of the partnership infuriated The sticks in the controller are not the same as they were, the Sony president and appointed Ken Kutaragi (The Father now are inner circled and with extra grip and rubber texture of PlayStation) for development of PlayStation project which is appreciate able for shooter fans. The start and to beat rival Nintendo. Since then, the face and gaming select button are replaced by share and options buttons. experience has changed in the industry and franchise The annoying part of the controller is the battery life, is constantly setting benchmarks with huge successive leaving the controller as it is will put serious drain on the releases of the PS2 and PS3. Gamers around the world have remote. It’s a fantastic evolution of DualShock controllers. a reason to rejoice when Sony Computer Entertainment announced a release of the gigantic mean machine PS4. PlayStation Camera With sleek design, jet black color and light weight body PS4 Well it is a shadow of its rival Xbox kinect, PlayStation looks promising. camera is rather unnecessary. The use of the camera is during login in PS4 can use the camera to recognize your face. Specifications The processes involves actually holding up your DualShock, What makes PlayStation 4 so much different than other where it uses the controller light bar’s color to figure out consoles let’s find out, firstly the crucial and important who the player is, futuristic isn’t it, but does not speed factor is graphics, there is a huge improvement. Playing up the signing process. The camera has inbuilt microphone Need for speed Rivals and Fifa 14 it is almost like driving which can pick up simple commands but limited, compared a Maruti Suzuki and shifting gears to Ferrari, thanks to the to Xbox One. 8 core AMD “Jaguar” 2.75 GHz processor and GPU AMD’s Radeon tech with support of 8GB of DDR 5 RAM more than Design we have seen in the most expensive pc graphics card and Now let’s talk about the box, a masculine box with gadget review 500 hard drive which is upgradable. Sony claims that the sleek color and hard edges makes it appealing to the players PS4 overall performance is ten times of PS3, and it is certainly not a toy, it is a gaming hub. The mix of gloss and matte succeeds in looking classic; this is the best Dualshock4 looking we have seen. What immediately grabbed the eye was Verdict the new Dualshock4 The gaming mammoth is attractive with appealing controller; it is the best design and the DualShock4 feels much better and handy controller till date by with brand new features and the bottom line is gamers Sony. The Dualshock4 has and techies can witness a brand look after seven long years smooth edges, excellent with all new features, excellent interface with comfortable thumb grip with faster controllers. But the console is way too costly and would and quick responding suggest just wait for some time and let the price fall on sticks are made for long other hand there are no new game releases for this platform hour hardcore gamers except Killzone: Shadow Fall. out there, these were improvements and what

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Designer: Sachit V. Content: Sachit V. ARENA ANIMATION ANDHERI (W) 37 Be a part of Tombstone and fight against mighty Russians and Chinese

attlefield 4 is a first person shooter video game hand and Russian in hot pursuit. The squad is trapped in a developed by DICE (Digital Illusions CE) and published civilian car under water in pursuit with the Russians. Dunn, Bby Electronic Arts. The game is sequel of 2011’s trapped between the seats and injured, gives us (Recker) Battlefield 3 and is released on multiple platforms such as his pistol and commands him to shoot he windshield, Microsoft Windows, Playstation 3, Playtation 4, unwillingly Recker shoots the window and Dunn drowns as Xbox 360 and Xbox One. The game plot is other escape. As the game proceeds Tombstone commanding set in 2020, six years after the events of officer talking on the phone about the intel from China that Battlefield 3 and the tension between Admiral Chang is planning Coup d’état (sudden deposition USA and Russia is at boiling point and of government) if he succeed he will gain full support on the top of it, the antagonist Admiral from Russians. Garrison sends Tombstone, with Recker as Chang of China wants to conquer the the squad leader, on a mission to rescue the three VIP’s: current government of China, and if he Kovic, Hannah and Hannah’s husband. Tombstone succeeds game review succeeds Chang will have full support in rescuing the VIP’s and sends them to the USS Valkyrie from the Russians and will be at the by helicopter. Meanwhile, Tombstone takes a civilian tourist edge of war with the Americans. The boat from the shore, just as an electro magnetic pulse fries player controls Daniel Recker member all electric equipment in the area and Tombstone realizing of U.S. special operations called that there are other civilian refugees trapped on boats “Tombstone”. From intense shooting around them, and against Pac’s protests, Irish takes them and breath taking actions and twists to the USS Valkyrie. When Tombstone reaches USS Valkyrie and turns Battlefield 4 brings refined they sight USS Titan heavily damaged by Chang’s military shooting experience. Can the U.S. and Garrison orders Tombstone to hunt vital intelligence special operations “Tombstone” before the massive ship sink. The squad recovers a vital stop the war? hard drive and heads towards USS Valkyrie and finds that the carrier us under attack by Chinese military. In the Story assault kovic is critically injured and puts Recker in charge The game begins with before he dies and Tombstone cleares the ship and rescue prologue, set in Baku, Hannah’s husband and Garisson. As the game takes pace Tombstone - consisting of Tombstone heads towards Chinese-controlled Singapore Recker, Irish, Dunn and airfield to destroy Chinese air superiority while their air Pac escaping the city forces are trapped, they successfully destroy their air with vital and crucial forces and evacuate using enemy car and knocked out of intelligence in

ARENA ANIMATION Content: Sachit V. Designer: Sachit V. 38 ANDHERI (W) the vehicle when the missiles hit and eventually killing Pac. focuses on the elements throughout the game. Hannah betrays the squad and bringing the Chinese soldiers The game features new attacking system known as to capture them, this rages Irish but nor he or Recker can ‘Engage’ and marking targets with new tactical visor help them from in captivating them .Recker and Irish are which favours for the players. Another thing that has taken in prison at Kunlun mountains. There two marines improved in the game is the graphics, well Battlefield are interrogated by Chang and throws them in the cell and is known for their graphics and visual quality, Battlefield later awoken by Dima a Russian prisoner suffering from 4 could not get better in terms of graphics. The game lets nuclear radiation. Both work together and release other players access end number of deadly weapons and guns

prisoners and meet Irish and hold of Chinese military for which can be unlocked. Weapons crates long enough and Dima finally opens the door and only to and ammo crates are found through all level caught By Hannah and other soldiers Hannah shoots other allowing players to switch desired weapons. soldiers and explains that she had to protect Jin Jie who review game had been posing as her husband. The group fight their way Verdict out through the Kunlun Mountains to a cable car which goes With impressive graphics and down. The cable car is shot down by the Chinese military few noticeable things and minor and Dima is thrown out of the car window and car lands improvements the game’s story on top of him. Forced to continue on foot they find major doesn’t create an impact on Greenland and Tombstone volunteers to destroy the bridge the mind of the players. and flood it so that the Russians and Chinese can’t have the The single player way to USS Valkyrie. Tombstone completes their task and campaign isn’t very are sent to Seuz Canal as promised by major Greenland. impressive and probably USS Valkyrie is under Chang forces and Tombstone clears the worst end of the the deck and finds Garrison and Tombstone realizes that Pac franchise, but is worth your is not dead. Jin Jie convinces Recker to show his face to time and cash. Give a try for the Chinese military who were under impression that he is this game and experience a dead. Jin Jie calms the war between USA and China and whole new shooter action Chinese celebrate the return of their leader. But Chang has game. different plans and want to bury the ship as well as the truth and attacks the Valkyrie with his war ship. Hannah, Recker and Irish decides to sink the ship with C4 charges Developer : DICE and the detonator fails to work, manual replacement of Rating : charges will be required and Hannah volunteers as well as Irish Volunteers. We as player have to take two options Platform : PC, Xbox360, either do nothing as Chang warships destroys Valkyrie or Xbox360, PS3, PS4 send back Hannah or Irish to set explosives. No sooner the Price : Rs. 2999 detonator lights green Recker detonates the charges and destroying Chang’s warship and killing who ever had gone down to set the charges. Tombstone reporting to Garrison that one member is missing in the action and the credits starts to roll. Game play The game play of Battlefield 4 has significantly improved since the last instalment. The game primarily

Designer: Sachit V. Content: Sachit V. ARENA ANIMATION ANDHERI (W) 39 90’s bionic cop refined with next gen tech

obocop is a 2014 American science fiction action film military that are used overseas. The motive of Omnicorp directed by Jose Padilla. The film is a remake of the is to sell their products that can be used in civilian law Rfilm of same name which was a 1987 classic. This film enforcement in the United States. But public opinion got delayed several times in its initial stage itself, which which is personified by the Dreyfus Act, stops this. The is the pre-production stage. Firstly it was announced CEO of Omnicorp Raymond Sellars with the combination to be a remake in 2005 but eventually got halt and then of his marketing team with scientist Dr. Dennett Norton was scheduled to be released in 2010 but yet again got asks to form a new law enforcement product by combining delayed. But finally they started it’s principal photography man and machine which he believes can be sold to the on September 2012 and was finally scheduled to release on American public. For the same purpose they are looking 12th February 2014 in United States. Robocop is a futuristic for a permanently injured policeman who can act as the sci-fi film. The film is about providing a robot suit to a center of their prototype. The story further proceeds person (a cop) who has an injured body. The respective when they find a cop Alex who was almost killed after person who has to serve the nation with his new powers. It a crime boss plants a bomb in his car. Alex is chosen is basically a mixture of emotions, betrayal, self-interested for Robocop program and is assembled with the Robocop people seeking their own concern. body and software. Later Alex realizes that Sellar is the person who is using him for his concern. In the climax of the film, Sellar shuts down the Omnicorp building with Drones armed to protect it. Alex succeeds in getting inside the building and finally kills Sellar after a combat with him. Action\Vfx The action of the film is crisp and sharp at the same time. The action sequences are designed to look technically advanced yet simple. To mention any, the one Movie ReviewMovie sequence where a shootout is shown between the drones and Robocop in a under construction building is to be watched out for. There is a sequence when Robocop tries to escape from the centre where he gets his new suit for the first time. Robocop gets away from the centre, by jumping over the fencing wall and runs through the nearby farms. The camera work in that particular sequence is just amazing. Also every time when our hero Story gets on his sci-fi bike having chrome coating on it is just The story of the film is set in fascinating and eye-pleasing. The bike itself is designed the coming future 2028 where a multinational conglomerate Omnicorp is at the centre of military “robot soldier” technology, where they are supplying the mechanical men to the US

ARENA ANIMATION Content: Rishiraj Designer: Himanshu A. 40 ANDHERI (W) in a way to look advanced and ultramodern that also has the red and blue lights that indicates its source that is the Police sector. It would not be wrong to say that both Action and Vfx of this film goes collectively together to produce a great visual output that is not just appreciable but also encouraging for the forthcoming visual artists. Verdict We are familiar with the iron suited superheroes like Iron man and Robocop himself from the previous Robocop film back from 1987 of the same name, but this Robocop film has a very new and well-built iron suited hero to offer for its viewer. Every time our hero gets in action, you can’t help but cheer and brace yourself to watch him clash with the envys. Be it the new black superhero suit or the bike Robocop uses with cop red and blue lights that gives it a classy touch, everything looks futurist and elegant at the same time. The previous Robocop movie had a very innovative story to narrate and this one is one Movie Review step ahead of its preceding installment. The new Robocop movie is filled with breathtaking and awe- inspiring action sequences, some new gadgets like the fabulous bike or his own suit. The film is mixture of family emotions and sense of responsibility too. Prepare yourself for this superhero flick that offers a great and enjoyable time.

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Designer: Himanshu A. Content: Rishiraj ARENA ANIMATION ANDHERI (W) 41 A way of life a way of living

t is not a new fact that each and every one of us out there to show building plans or blue prints in 3d. has imagined that jet son’s universe in which everything Most of these features can be accessed by Ithat we do in our daily life can be accomplished simply placing the user’s headset on a specified at the touch of a button. Many a time we have dreamt place on the surface of the glass. that such a reality would actually exists and our favorite Hollywood movies have even deepened our belief in such Animation a future. Among all this we have one company that goes by The vfx used in this is simply the name of Corning that tells us quite boldly that yes such stunning and quite fluid. The editing on a future is not quite far away. So dear readers this is one this little masterpiece has been done video that is bound to sweep you off your feet and just leave quite well and can certainly mislead you with that lingering sense of awe and amazement. someone that this kind of technology actually exists and can be made Story accessible on a moment’s notice. This Corning is a company that specializes and creating is a fine example of the creative use of glass and ceramic works for advanced technological purposes video editing software’s like Final Cut as well as those involved in a much more scientific field. Pro. This is one company that has dared to say that such a High Tech future is within their grasp and can even be soon made Conclusion available to everyone in the world. The video shows us small In the end this is one video that snippets form such a world where everything is operated on will certainly mesmerize you glass or another type of translucent or transparent element. and keep you hoping or a In this case we see every little thing that be only thought day technology might was possible on a phone be done in real life during various get this advanced. normal day to day activities. We see the life of a normal In other words this family where in the wife just adjusts her daily schedule and video would be five appointments by merely organizing them on the wash basin minutes of pure younovativ mirror, then we have the children adjust some photos on the ecstasy for the fridge but merely dragging and scaling them accordingly. techno geeks out There is even situation in which a video call is transferred there. But one from the mobile phone to the kitchen table and continued thing is certain if as if nothing happened. We also see what this technology technology like can do for businesses enabling wide range conference calls, this does come holographic pictures and even enable live fashion models, out; it is certainly our attention is also diverted to a situation where in the going to give Tony wife buys something she likes just by clicking on the store Stark a run for his browser while inside the shopping mall. The videos also money. states that there is also foldable paper like technology which can be used to read a two hundred page book or even

You Novative The video shows us small snippets form such a world where everything is operated on glass or another type of translucent or transparent element

ARENA ANIMATION Content: Aaron G. Designer: Dhiraj K. 42 ANDHERI (W) A wave with swirls of dots and line creating sense in simplicity

pple incorporated is no stranger to any of us. Animation In fact it is a company that has captured and In terms of animation, apple has done compete Abewildered the minds of countless generations. justice to the ever infamous English proverb, Sense There are a lot of companies that have tried to make a in Simplicity. The animation is quite nice and ever name and rise to fame in the competitive electronics so erratic. The constant twirl and swirl of dots and market and Apple is one company that made a name lines creates an ever special symphony of all the for it while competing with giants such as Microsoft principles of animation. The various aspects of the and IBM. During the entire period in which apple words show are represented quite creatively in younovativ created various devices that have kept us hooked the animation. Thus the meaning of the video can on and connected with each other they focused on be easily derived from this Impressive showcase of only one fact that whatever they produce should be iconographic animation. There are also the sounds of the highest standard and quality. This factor has of pencils and erasers in the background further been a Critical point in arguments between apple suggesting that this video is meant to symbolize a fans and the rest of the high end electronic world. type of blueprint on which various designs are first But despite all the critics and haters out there Apple laid out before they are produced or constructed. has emerged a triumphant company due to its, “can In all this animation is something that showcases do anything we imagine” attitude. something big very briefly and beautifully. Story Conclusion The short video says precisely the same thing. This is one animation video that should be seen We are once again introduced to Apples main slogan. as one can learn a lot from it. This is one video that This video tells us in a brief way that they love what tells you that nothing can be attained easily and they do, that they have seen various situations arise without hard work. It also gives us a very important and fall and after careful consideration they plan a lesson that if we can imagine it we can do it. way to execute their thoughts. The video also states that the process which is involved in creating these amazing products and services is not any easy one; in fact it is quite a tedious one, one which requires a lot of patience Co-operation and positive thinking. They say that their plans go up against a lot of critics and trial and error so that the best output may be Constant twirl and swirl achieved. And even if the best output is achieved of dots and lines creates they will once again go through the facts and figures of the idea straight from scratch. Well, one can an ever special symphony easily say that the best way to describe Apple Inc. of all the principles of would be as a ‘Crazy Perfectionist’. But after all animation. that we are no Disappointed by them, in fact we just get something that we hope and dream can get our hands on.

Designer: Dhiraj K. Content: Aaron G. ARENA ANIMATION ANDHERI (W) 43 brilliant visuals, groovy music and excellent features at amazing price advert review advert

ARENA ANIMATION Content: Rishiraj Designer: Kushpreet 44 ANDHERI (W) t is known fact to all that commercials featuring Whenever such an commercial is made, new gadgets and mobile phones have risen so high the main highlight always is the Graphics and the Iin terms of concept and its content, which has visual effects that is shown in it. This commercial resulted into a number of stunning advertisements. simply gathers huge appreciation by its concept and The new commercial that has created enormous also its execution. It is one of the most difficult curiosity among the gadget freak viewers as well task to show all the new features in an 1 minute as the common audience is the one featuring the commercial, but Motorala does it well in all terms. new Motorola Moto G. The most important thing Also the background score used suits perfectly with that has to be kept In mind while making such a the mood of the advertisement. The way in which gadget product based commercial is that it should the features of Moto G is shown in the advertisement succeed to cover all the features of the product in is in its own way interesting as well as engaging and advert review an interesting way that it attracts its viewer. The keeps the viewer wanting more of it. It has been new Moto G commercial does nothing but the same. years that Motorola had not launched any of its The commercial starts with a person heading new mobile in India. So coming back and launching to a balcony and keeping his mobile (Moto G) on its new phone and also getting more attention to the armrest of the balcony. A hanging wooden G it seemed to a challenge in itself. But with this comes down to the phone and lifts up the phone commercial, Motorola has succeeded in grabing which makes the mobile rotate and lay again on a lot of attention of the viewers and also created the armrest. The hanging G changes it’s color that enormous curiousity among them. The concept of shows the mobiles feature that it can be customized the commercial is simple yet engaging and easily with the help of switchable back covers of different grasps the viewers interest. colors. Next the G changes into a mixture of website The visual effects used is so delightful and logos that shows another feature of this mobile stunning that you can’t help but watch it again and that it has easy access to Youtube, Google Maps, again all over whenever it is viewed on television. and over One Million Apps and Games on Google To mention any, the way the G changes its color Play. The hanging G further turns out into a urban is just brilliant. Or the buildings shown to feature developed area with skyscrapers from the topview the google maps application, also the space shuttle and a satalite revolving around the G, that also has launching leaving smoke behind are just an pleasure a 3D touch to it. to watchout for. The way the mobile phone is shown Next it turns out as an Andriod green character in motion makes us believe it as a character and not showing the Gauranteed Upgraded Android 4.3 a phone. Using such interesting ideas for a mobile system in it. The green android character then commercial is challenging and also interesting. The swipes the screen of the mobile with his leg. The commercial also notify that the mobile is available android changes into the Battery symbol showing only on one shopping website online. the long All-Day Battery capacity of the mobile. For all those Motorola fans out there, it is like Then an space shuttle been a treat for them with the launch of Moto G and the launched showing the Quad commercial made to introduce it to the audience Core Processor. Then the is just the best way to reach to mass people. brilliant 4.5 HD Display the Surely the commercial has set an bench mark sharpest in its class. The for other mobile companies to make more mobile getting settled again interesting concepts and ideas to make a as it was left then and the commercial using them. person holds the phone back into his hand.

Designer: Kushpreet Content: Rishiraj ARENA ANIMATION ANDHERI (W) 45 It will leave an impression that “Small is not always weak” he Nut job is 2014 3D Canadian-South Korean-american is about a group of animals residing in a park at a town. Their comuter-animated comedy film from studio’s Toonbox battle to save and protect the food stored in a tree and how Tentertainment, Red rover international, gulfstream everything gets ruined by the protagonist Surly. But the same pictures and distributed by open road films (united getting back on track further. states) and the Weinstein company Story (international). the film starts back in 1959 where a group of animals Directed by peter that is led by Raccoon, and his Cardinal assistant (who mostly lepeniotis, the film is chirps), store food for winter in a gaint tree in the park in written by lorne a fictional town of Oakton. Shortly, Mole (who is Raccoon’s Cameron and peter servant) informs Raccoon that they are facing a food shortage lepeniotis. The nut in the park. Meanwhile, Surly, a selfish purple squirrel who has job is based on a been outcasted due to his thieving reputation and his only rat short animated film friend partner buddy attempt to rob a peanut cart. But the Surly Squirrrel by attempt goes haywire that is obstructed by Raccoon’s helper Lepeniotis. The nut Andie and the park hero Grayson. Surly overlooks Andie’s help job is also the most and further attempts to get a bag of nuts whereas the owner expensive animated Lucky gets diverted by a bratty girl scout customer. Surly and film co-produced in buddy manages to escape along with the cart when Andie south korea. The film guides them to the park. Surly threatens andie and grayson unwilling not to share the food. The cart is accidently sent to you should appreciate it appreciate should you into the tree which eventually explodes anlong with the tree and the food that is stored in it. Surly is then recognized as the reason for the chaos on which Raccoon expels surly from the park. The story proceeds further as Surly wins the trust of the other animals. Animation Right from the opening sequence where you are introduced to the protagonist surly in the park to his plan to rob a cart full of nuts, every sequence is designed in a attractive and creative manner. You can’t help but cheer out for our hero surly as he sacrifices his life for the safety of other animals by denying their help on a waterfall. The animation is detailed and fancy at the same

ARENA ANIMATION Content: Rishiraj Designer: Pratik P. 46 ANDHERI (W) “The nut job is the most expensive animated film co-produced in south korea”

time and also perfectly suits the essence of the film. To mention any, the of all shades. Raccoon who plays the grey shaded antagonist way the park is or Buddy Rat who portrays his friendly relationship with Surly. you should appreciate it The film is filled with stunning and eye-catching dramatic designed in a particular manner. sequences. If you are looking forward to watch a fascinating It completely goes perfect with the way and appealing animated film, it is strongly recommended that a park is to be designed in a city. Some you watch this south Korean animated comedy flick “The Nut sequences like the blast of the tree where the Job”. It will make you feel rejuvenated post watching it. And animals keep their food, when the peanut cart is accidently also enjoy the end credits as the animals and humans shake hit by, is done so beautifully. Or the final climax sequence their legs with PSY on his popular dance number “Gangnam where surly is hung with the raccoon on the waterfall. Be it Style”. And also in a mid credit scene, where raccoon along the water texture or the squirrel character, everything is a with cardinal has survived to come back with another plan. pleasure to be watched out for. That actually indicates towards the sequel The Nut Job 2. Verdict Await its release and enjoy this nut journey. being the most expensive animated film co-produced in south korea, the expectations of the audience also raises from the film. Although the film did found that much glare of publicity as it had to, still the film has a joyful story, cast and quality animation to be watched out for. having seen an animated film like Alvin and the Chipmunks, where the leading characters are squirrels living in the trees, it is a sure thing that the nut job which also has squirrels in the lead is going to be compared with one another. But the most exciting thing is that both the films has its own perspective of narrating their stories. The nut job is a kind of a film that has character

Designer: Ashitosh Content: Rishiraj ARENA ANIMATION ANDHERI (W) 47 An art which diminished under the light of the technology here have been a number of different art forms that create pictures out of small coloured units similar to the are practiced in our surrounding through which, pixels of modern digital computing. Another Concept similar Tcreative outputs are made. One of the most interesting to this can be noticed on a bigger scale in the North Korean art form used throughout the world is the Pixel Art. It is a Art Arirang Festival. form very widely used in the digital world. Pixel art can be To draw a pixel art, it starts with what is called as defined as artwork designed to a high degree of pixel-level the Line Art, that is also the basic line that describes the intent. character, building or anything else the artist is intending to Pixel Art is a form of Digital Art. It is produced using draw. Then the line arts are traced over scanned drawings the Raster Graphics Software, in which, the images are and are often shared among other pixel artists. Techniques edited on the Pixel level. The graphics used in most of the other then the above, some resembling painting also exist. old computers were actually pixel art. Console, graphing lossless data compression, such as run-length encoding or an calculator, mobile phones and video games also used Pixel indexed color palette is pefered and used to store a pixel art. art. Pixel art is gaining huge popularity recently. Pixel art is GIF and PNG are the two file formats which are commonly usually considered as a computer graphic in which, a image used for storing pixel art. Because of its lossy compression is generally drawn pixel by pixel in detail, with the help algorithm that is designed for smooth continuous-tone of some degree of color palette and primitive computer images and introduces visible artifacts in the presence of graphics tools. Using Microsoft Paint tool, Pixel art can be dithering, the JPEG format is avoided. made because the software has not been updated or changed Pixel art is generally divided into two subcategories traditional art form art traditional in years. Pixel Art look a lot like the Jaggie 8-bit computer that are: Isometric and Non-isometric. . The isometric kind Graphics that were in the 1990’s which were seen in the is drawn in a near-isometric dimetric projection, that is also computer role-playing games and Nintendo (NES) systems. commonly seen in games that provide a three-dimensional Even the computer icons are generally created with the help view without using any real three-dimensional processing. of Pixel Art style. Making a pixel art is not that hard but it Non-isometric pixel art is any pixel art which does not fall does requires some great Patience. in the isometric category, such as views from the top, side, Pixel art can also be made using other softwares like front, bottom or perspective views. These are also called Photoshop, Paint Shop Pro. With a mouse or a Graphics Planometric views. Placing pixels with the use of precision Tablet or with any Paint Program, pixel art can be produced. oriented tools, a pixel art can be Crafted. That is why any tool Pixel art as a term was first published by Adele Goldberg and with which an artist can calculate exactly the result through Robert Flegal of Xerox Palo Alto Research Center in 1982. its use is regarded a pixel art tool. The most necessary of the But the concept of Pixel Art started 10 years back before Pixel Artist’s tools is the 1x1 pixel Pencil Tool. that. For instance in Richard Shoup’s SuperPaint system in Because of the increasing use of 3D graphics in the 1972, also at Xerox PARC. There are also some traditional gaming sector, the importance of pixel art has lost to some art forms which are quite similar to pixel art like Counted- extent. But still it is a very active professional area, as thread embroidery (including cross-stitch), some kinds of mobile phones and also other Mosaic and Beadwork. The above mentioned art forms

ARENA ANIMATION Content: Rishiraj Designer: Kirtee S. 48 ANDHERI (W) traditional art form

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portable devices have low his desired effect. This also resolution. The icons made indicates that the artist places for operating systems having one pixel at on time. limited graphics capability Even when the are also pixel art. The desktop technology has risen to icons of Microsoft Windows new heights, pixel art has are raster images of various succeded to maintain its Even when the sizes. The smaller icons which importance feel. Digital art are not necessarily direct world is surely incomplete technology has risen to scalings of the larger ones without Pixel Art. Pixel art has and could be considered pixel created enormous enthusiasm new heights, art. Favicons is considered in the younger generation as as another use of pixel art the output that is received pixel art has succeded that are on modern desktops. is something interesting and While making a pixel art, the should be looked out for. to maintain its artist places each dot in the right place so as to create important feel.

Designer: Kirtee S. Content: Rishiraj ARENA ANIMATION ANDHERI (W) 49 ndian Cinema has got a number of marvelous Filmmakers since it started years back in 1913. IBut the one name that comes to everyone’s mind whenever there’s a talk of Cinema in India is “Satyajit Ray”. The name that has garnered enormous Respect and also is the most adorable persona in the world of Film making. Satyajit Ray was one of the finest Filmmaker in the History if Indian Cinema and was also regarded as one of the greatest auteurs of world cinema. Satyajit Ray was born in Calcutta in a Bengali Family. Ray was born to Sukumar and Suprabha Ray in Calcutta. After studying at Ballygunge Government High School, Calcutta, Ray completed his BA in Economics at Presidency College, Calcutta. But Ray’s priority has always been in Fine Arts. Ray started his career as a commercial artist. Ray got into filmmaking when he met French filmmaker Jean Renoir and after viewing Vittorio De Sica’s Italian Neorealist 1948 Film Bicycle Thieves when he visited London. Directed almost 36 Films that also included feature films, documentaries and

Famous artist history artist Famous shorts too. Ray was not just in filmmaking but he was also a fiction writer, publisher, illustrator, calligrapher, graphic designer and film critic as well. Ray also authored several short stories and novels which chiefly intended at children and adolescents. Ray also created fictional characters like Feluda the sleuth and Professor Shonku the scientist which are from his science fiction stories.

ARENA ANIMATION Content: Rishiraj Designer: Kushpreet 50 ANDHERI (W) A visualizer who was foresighted and his films were a treat the viewers with his

The first film Ray directed was Pather Panchali (1955) is the one that’s not noticeable”. which won eleven international prizes that also included Best Ray’s work got global recognition throughout Human Documentary at the Cannes Film Festival. Ray did the the world. Ray received many awards, including 32 Scripting, casting, scoring, and editing, and designed his own National Film Awards by the Government of India, credit titles and publicity material for the Film Aparajito (1956) and awards at international film festivals. At the and Apur Sansar (1959) from The Apu Trilogy. In his entire carrer, 11th Moscow International Film Festival in 1979, ray received a number of major awards that also includes 32 he was awarded with the Honorable Prize for the Indian National Film Awards, various awards at International contribution to cinema. At the Berlin Film Festival, Film Festivals and award ceremonies, and an Academy Award he was one of only three filmmakers to win the in 1992. Ray was honored with the Bharat Ratna by The

Silver Bear for Best Director more than once and famous artist history Government of India in 1992. Ray appreciated Oriental Art in holds the record for the most number of Golden Santiniketan. Ray learned a lot from the well-known painters Bear nominations, with seven. At the Venice Film Nandalal Bose and Benode Behari Mukherjee. He also produced Festival, where he had previously won a Golden a documentary film, The Inner Eye, about Mukherjee. Ray’s visit Lion for Aparajito (1956), he was awarded to the Ajanta, Ellora and Elephanta inspired his high regard for the Golden Lion Honorary Award in 1982. Indian Art. Ray worked at the D.J. Keymer which was a British- That same year, he received an honorary run advertising agency, where Ray was a “junior visualizer,” and “Hommage à Satyajit Ray” award at the earned eighty rupees a month. 1982 Cannes Film Festival. Ray got married to Bijoya Das in 1949.who was also Ray is the second film personality his first cousin. The couple had a son, Sandip, who is now a after Chaplin to have been awarded film director. Right in the same year, Jean Renoir, a French honorary doctorates by Oxford Filmmaker came to Calcutta to shoot for his Film ‘The River’ for University. He was awarded the which, Ray helped him to find locations in the countryside. Ray Dadasaheb Phalke Award in 1985 and also discussed about his thought of Filming ‘Pather Panchali’, the Legion of Honor by the President that had been on his mind from long. Being amazed by Ray’s of France in 1987. The Government vision, Renoir encouraged Ray in his Project. Ray was sent to of India awarded him the highest London by D.J. Keymer to work at its headquarters office. And civilian honor, Bharat Ratna shortly during his three months stay in London, Ray watched 99 Films before his death. The Academy of which also included neorealist film ‘Ladri di biciclette’ (Bicycle Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Thief) (1948) by Vittorio De Sica, that had a insightful impact awarded Ray an Honorary Oscar in on Ray. Ray also agreed that he came out of the Theatre being 1992 for Lifetime Achievement. It was determined to become a Filmmaker. one of his favourite actresses, Audrey The films made by Ray were in Bengali but yet they Hepburn, who represented the Academy had universal interest. His films were about those things on that day in Calcutta. Ray, unable to that made up the Human Race-relationships, emotions, attend the ceremony due to his illness, struggle, conflicts, joys and sorrows. His films had a gave his acceptance speech to the Academy merged mixture of intellect and emotions. Ray as via live video feed from the hospital bed. In a filmmaker was controlled, precise, meticulous, 1992 he was posthumously awarded the Akira and yet, evokes deep emotional response Kurosawa Award for Lifetime Achievement in from the audience. His films portrayed an Directing at the San Francisco International excellent understanding without using Film Festival; it was accepted on his behalf melodrama or dramatic excesses. Ray by actress Sharmila Tagore. Akira Kurosawa, a developed a cinematic style that was Japanese Director said, “Not to have seen the almost invisible. Ray powerfully cinema of Ray means existing in the world believed - “The best technique without seeing the sun or the moon.”

Designer: Kushpreet Content: Rishiraj ARENA ANIMATION ANDHERI (W) 51 An Idea then, a vision now and a motivation for times to come

Time and tide waits for no man’, a very well said phrase by someone ‘who realized it sooner or later. It still feels as if the entire team has sat down to brain storm an idea called ‘Anivolution – Think | Design | Animate’. It is has been another year of fun filled experience and some memories to share with our readers. We would like to take this opportunity to thank all its readers for the love and support that we have received that kept us motivated and we hope that we get this kind of response for times to come. Every magazine started with a meeting of a new issue journey of anivolution of journey and promised a definite fun to read content. All the issue were very promising and did delivered upto the standards. Walking down the memory lane each issue has some event to be shared with a cheer. Just giving a brief read of what went in all the issue to make up till the 2nd anniversary of Anivolution.

ARENA ANIMATION Content: Rahul S. Designer: Kirtee S. 52 ANDHERI (W) March 2013 This issue May 2013 marked the very This first anniversary month was a of our magazine brand new start anivolution. for anivolution as Throughout the it bids farewell issues we have to some more of brought to its designers and you reviews content writers and views of and decides to various situations bring in some and personalities that have new energetic affected the world of animation. minds that had shown a lot of promise March 2013 Special to keep the creative spark of anivolution alive and burning brightly. This issue After launching the was also a brillant and a mesmering anniversary issue of the magazine. read with new team members working The team sat down and came up wonders. with a rather psychotic idea to journey of anivolution make this 12th issue special. In June 2013 this magazine’s brother issue By this time we had covered a lot of new and the team got some exciting stuff. We took a trip into new designers as old the past and got familiar with a ones take a bid to enter famous artist like Leonardo Da a new professional world with the Vinci. It was a great deal of fun introduction of our 15th issue of working on this latest issue of our magazine and we got Anivolution. In that month we to explore a lot of new opportunities. had gone for our second tour of April 2013 Knowledge Safari that is study tour to Matheran. This issue is With looking forward related to travel as a base theme to newer opportunities after and some interesting masterclass taken by our faculties. celebrating its birthday and The cover page was decided to be a photograph clicked achieving an impoosible dream by a students, who would be the winner of study tour of the team started working fresh photography competition. And the back cover would be a and with full enthusiam. This painting again who would win the painting competition. issue we came across some of the Shreepad Mistry and Hemraj Borana won the photography most idiotic and psychotic ideas and painting competition respectively. Arena Animation that had made a difference in the had launched a new competition which would be taking world of animation. place every month. Web designing competition marked the begning of competitions.

Designer: Kirtee S. Content: Rahul S. ARENA ANIMATION ANDHERI (W) 53 July 2013 September 2013 This was the time It was once again that time of the most lovable rainy of the year that everyone eagerly season, as we introduced awaits for, Anivolution’s very to you the newly launched own gaming event, The Ultimate Monsoon edition of Knockdown, and the event is Anivolution. Some words back with all the more vigor and of inspiration by our very excitement. It was not long ago own faculty, some pretty that this event was held for the helpful tips on how to very first time, and it left everyone protect your gadgets this out there begging for more. We season and many more took a dive into the realm of the interesting articles was a great read. amazing technology and techniques used to develop the amazing games that we play now days. A special coverage August 2013 on the Ultimate Knockdown II and interviews from those After an amazing who triumphed in this battle royal. ‘rainy’ issue, Anivolution is proud to present a new October 2013 addition to the long line of It was the time for festivities magazine titles. This time when people play dandiya and in keeping with the season garba. It is only after long days of of Ganesh Chathurti we work that the best is selected and take a dive into the world put up for your enjoyment. After of the Ganesh Idol makers, the announcement of Aakruti - My a review on the latest game Creation’s competition this issue based on the infamous covered the preparation strategies ‘merc with a mouth’ of the students for their projects. Deadpool. November 2013 Once again we reported a special edition of Aakruti production with celebration of journey of anivolution of journey Diwali fest enacted with lots of new ideas and creativity. The production stage of Anivolution was indeed some fun experience to work in as there were many new things which we explored, one of them included the interview of a creative head of DNA new paper.

ARENA ANIMATION Content: Rahul S. Designer: Kirtee S. 54 ANDHERI (W) December 2013 February It was the time of the year when all are planning for the 2013 year end celebrations and with The time the grand success of Aakruti My had come when Creation 2013, this year had been we take a dive a fruitful accomplishment. Last 3 into the world issues were constant updates of of Info graphics the pre-production and the post- and take a production stages of Aakruti 2013. look at a lot of This issue we are proud to give our interesting facts readers a treat, it has been to be and figures associated with one of the best Aakruti in 13 years, Arena about them. Andheri has ever witnessed. This issue indeed describes the This issue was very interesting based on fever which took control over everybody to craft this event the research content. We had an interview successful. from Mrs Pooja Ajmera who shares her incredible knowledge about Paper Cutting January 2014 art, a look into the master classes of the

“Nothing is predestined. month and an amazing game which goes journey of anivolution The obstacles of the past can open by the name of Assassins Creed Black Flag. gateways for new beginnings”. Anivolution - Think|Design| Animate With this inspiring thought in mind, is an inhouse magazine managed by a Team Anivolution greeted and selected team of students who are just wished a very happy and affluent one step ahead than being regular students. new year 2014 to its readers. After a small test followed by a personal interview The New Year gets along with it a student is elidigible to be a member of anivolution and the spirit of joy to do something hence forth the journey of being a professional begins with artistic, pioneering and vibrant. the guided knowledge. The same spirit motivated us to come up with an ambitious and most awaited idea of forming an establishment-‘Tattva Zone’, which would bring one and all in Arena Animation Andheri(W) together with the same objective of exploration. Working with this issue was sheer fun and experimental as the team had seen many Walking down the memory opportunities with the launch of the club and visit to the most awaited event The Comic Con and two most amazing lane each issue has some industrial visits to DNA and Raj Studios. The team indeed event or a memory to be had so much to do this moth and it really became more like a task to for the team to complete the issue for its readers shared with a cheer and joy. to read.

Designer: Kirtee S. Content: Rahul S. ARENA ANIMATION ANDHERI (W) 55 Project Of The Month Winners

Logo Degigning Student Name: Mayank

Student Name: Manish M.

Student Name: Darshan G. Calender Designing Student Name: Gulshan G. project of the month winners month the of project

Student Name: Akshay T.

Student Name: Yashwant M.

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Photography project of the month winners

Student Name: Jayant

Student Name: Fatima S.

Student Name: Shreepad M.

Designer: Harsh G. ARENA ANIMATION ANDHERI (W) 57 Name: Ashima Jain Company name: Freelance Content writer

Name: Avinash Shetty Company name: Depasser Infotech Designation: Flash Artist

Name: Gaurav Pednekar Company name: Depasser Infotech students placed students Designation: Flash Artist

Name: Arden Creado Company name: Depasser Infotech Designation: Flash Artist

Name: Madhuri Gurav Company name: Khagaya Enterprises Designation: Graphic Designer

ARENA ANIMATION Designer:Harsh G. 58 ANDHERI (W) Designer: HarshG. Awards Of Excellence 2013-2014 ARENA ANIMATION ANDHERI (W)

It may creative mind or Aakruti Arena Animation Andheri is always ready to set a new milestone, this time Arena Andheri has won one of the most

59 prestigious and prominent awards of “National Awards by Aptech limited”. Arena Animation Andheri has again crossed the level of creativity by winning awards for the Best in Academics, Best In Systems Audit, Best In Lms , Best Billing ,Best Enrolments. Mrs. Anita Trived the centre director of Arena andheri received the awards. Creative Minds Winners 2013-2014

Creative minds is a competition organised by Arena Animation. Creatve mind is a stage where incredible and marvelous talent is displayed.There were more than 1200 students from various centres from the western one participated in the event. Arena Animation Andheri branch outshined by winning most of the awards this year such as in 3D modelling, Graphics, 3D short film,3D character animation sequence and a clean sweep by snatching all three awards in 2D category.