Does anyone know of a 2-D animation studio/school which does as good a job as Studio Ghibli?

Question

I've been wondering what might happen to 2-D animation after Hayao Miyazaki dies. I know that its fate isn't tied to him per se, but in my opinion he's the best at it, and with the exception of the studio which did "The Triplets Of Belleville", along with the rise of 3-D animation, I'm worried that no one will attempt 2-D anymore - or at least with the same success. Moreover schools seem to be focusing more and more on riding the 3-D wave.

Personally, 3-D animation has never held the same charm for me as 2-D always has...and as an aspiring animator, I'd appreciate it if someone could tell me if there are any schools which still train their students extensively in traditional animation.

Answer 1

I personally feel that animation as an artform is not dependent on the schools that teach it but the individual artists who practice it. If Hayao Miyazaki had a school that he taught himself, although he may be inspiring as a person, an artist, and filmmaker, it says nothing about what his students or employees might be able to absorb into their own visions.

That said, I went to two animation schools that were both very good: Vancouver Film School and University of Southern California. But I think that a great school is a lucky circumstance that is always dependent on collaboration, meaning there needs to be a lot of good personal chemistry in addition to talent and enthusiasm. I would have to say Vancouver was a better bargain in terms of the traditional animation techniques, but the trade off is that it was not a degree granting program, and it was only a year long and very intense.

Good luck with your applications!

Answer 2

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