Thank you for your continued support.
It's Yamamoto with my November Dormitory Diary Entry!
I visited DisneySea with my sister at the beginning of November.
It'd been a while, and I was super thrilled to be there.
I was quite worn out from work earlier this month, so this little getaway was a much-needed balm for my soul.
2023.12.25 Yamamoto
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お世話になっております...
2024-01-13 20:01:01 +0000 UTC View Post
Thank you for your continued support.
It's Yamamoto here.
I'm posting my October Dormitory Diary!
October was challenging with all of the assistant key animation I was doing.
Despite knowing that simply cleaning up the lines isn't enough, I often found myself stuck when I actually got down to work. I'll keep gaining more experience and strive to do better.
2023.12.25 Yamamoto
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2024-01-12 07:07:33 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello,
Ura here with my December dorm diary.
Last month was hectic with moving preparations and an unexpected trip back home, so I couldn't update my diary.
During my visit, I learned from my mom that my dad has been proudly sharing a movie pamphlet featuring my name in the credits with friends and neighbors. Initially, I tended to downplay my involvement in the animation process, but hearing this made me deeply appreciate even the smallest acknowledgment of my work.
I...
2023-12-28 10:21:06 +0000 UTC View Post
Dear all,
This is Okabe with my December update.
The cold weather makes it hard to leave the warmth of our heated offices and face the chilly restrooms, especially with the cold toilet seats.
Work-wise, I recently handled an opening sequence which was challenging due to the rough lines of recent keyframes.
It's tough to determine whether the lines are intentionally rough or just hastily drawn.
I hope I get better at this...
it’s a lot of work, but seeing ...
2023-12-26 05:35:03 +0000 UTC View Post
Greetings, This is Watanabe with my December dorm diary.
As the year draws to a close, I can't help but feel how swiftly time passes.
I recently watched a theatrical work I contributed to and seeing my own work on the big screen was a truly joyous moment.
The scenes I worked on were brief, but it was moving to know that so many people saw them.
It made me realize again the hard work that goes into creating large-scale anime productions.
I aspire to be someone who...
2023-12-26 05:33:18 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello, Apologies for the late update; it's Kuroda here with my November dorm diary.
I've been preparing for an original drawing test this month, but I wasn't quite sure what to expect and couldn't fully dedicate myself to studying due to other work commitments. Feeling a bit anxious, but I'll give it my all.
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お世話になっております。黒田です。
忙しくて更新が遅くなってし...
2023-12-18 04:11:28 +0000 UTC View Post
Dear all, It's Okabe here with my November update.
This month has been filled with tedious minor corrections for retakes – a challenging task indeed. I find myself forgetting the fresh enthusiasm I had when I joined in April, but I'm determined to push through. Recently, I went maple viewing with my colleagues, and it was refreshing to be surrounded by nature and large trees. It was a much-needed break.
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2023-12-18 04:10:22 +0000 UTC View Post
Greetings. It's Ueno with my November dorm diary.
Lately, I've been so swamped that I barely find time to doodle for leisure... I wish I could work on these entries more leisurely instead of always rushing to meet deadlines, but that's easier said than done!
It's hard to believe the year is nearly over – time flies indeed. I also find myself struggling with back-turning poses in my drawings, so I'm eager to practice and improve on that. I'm determined to keep up the pace without...
2023-12-08 22:07:43 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey everyone,
Ueno here with my October dorm diary.
This month has been a whirlwind! I managed to tackle way more frames than last month, and it's pretty satisfying. It got me thinking about the importance of pacing and knowing my limits regarding workload. I've been setting some personal goals and trying to up my pace, and honestly, it feels good.
The dropping temperatures are a stark reminder that the year is closing. It's gone by so fast...!
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2023-11-01 12:20:50 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello everyone, Okabe here.
This month felt a tad monotonous, with my days filled with countless minor retouches for retakes. Essentially, we were up late night making sure the project didn't fall apart - putting out fires as they sprouted up. It's tedious, and even though each task seems small, they pile up so fast, making the finish line feel distant.
Lately, I've noticed my concentration waning when I'm at work. I really wanna push through and regain my focus.
On the brig...
2023-11-01 12:19:26 +0000 UTC View Post
Greetings, Kuroda here.
Apologies for the delay in updates; things have been hectic.
This is my diary entry for September.
I noticed a scene I did for a recently aired episode was animated slightly differently than I intended.
Puzzled, I approached a senior colleague to understand what went wrong and how I could improve.
Turns out, such discrepancies are not uncommon.
In my case, though my assets were edited correctly and meant to be used across two differe...
2023-10-31 11:02:59 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey, Kuroda here!
Apologies for my delayed updates; things have been quite hectic on my end.
Here’s my October dormitory diary entry.
This month, I was permitted to sit in on director’s meetings; I’ve been vocal about my aspirations to become a director, so they’re helping me out.
I saw the anime production process from its first stages in the meetings, where we decided on character performances, referencing the storyboards we had.
It’s gonna be awesome...
2023-10-29 09:01:39 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello there, Kuroda here.
Apologies for my delayed updates; things have been quite hectic on my end.
Here's my September dormitory diary entry.
I had the privilege of working on the "Detective Conan" episode that aired on the 23rd.
It's a project I've always wanted to be part of, so I’m super humbled to have had the opportunity! Working on passion projects just makes me crave more of them — I wanna do more scenes and work on more stuff, and even work on a theatrica...
2023-10-29 09:00:20 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello there, Sakamoto here.
Here's my October dormitory diary entry.
I recently got the chance to watch "Perfect Blue" in theaters at a limited-run showing.
I've always been a huge fan of director Satoshi Kon, but by the time I encountered his work, he had unfortunately already passed away. This was the first time I was able to experience his work in a cinema setting, and I can't express how awesome it was to finally have the opportunity to do so.
His blending of reali...
2023-10-28 05:56:13 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello there, Watanabe here.
Here's my October dormitory diary entry.
Not too long ago, I had the unique privilege of working on a project that’d always been on my wishlist. I was assigned a pretty pivotal scene to boot, which, while demanding, was a really valuable experience.
I heard that the higher-ups had some words of praise for my work after we wrapped up production - the production coordinator even reached out to me personally to tell me this.
I guess it was th...
2023-10-28 05:55:00 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello, it's Okabe here.
Our studio's new show started airing, and seeing my name alongside my colleagues in the credits was genuinely uplifting. Seeing our hard work come to life as a full-fledged anime is surreal.
Sadly, I don’t own a TV, so I couldn’t catch it live. Instead, I was on my computer watching Madoka☆Magica during the broadcast time. It was a bit of a heart-wrenching experience.
On a brighter note, I treated myself to a fancy new speaker today. Thanks to a...
2023-10-09 19:00:02 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello there!
Last month, I caught the movies "John Wick" and "Gran Turismo".
It's Ura here with my October dorm diary entry.
"John Wick" was a rollercoaster of action scenes—truly gripping. Donnie Yen's portrayal of Cain was especially sharp and stylish. His character, being blind, was impressive, dodging attacks and taking down enemies with unmatched finesse.
"Gran Turismo" struck a chord with its remarkable sound design. I often find myself tuning into the hum of car...
2023-10-08 19:00:01 +0000 UTC View Post
Greetings!
Yamamoto here!
Here's my exclusive diary entry for September.
I did 300 frames of animation in August.
September brought a slight shift as I dabbled a bit in assistant key animation.
Participating in assistant key animation workshops completely transformed my perspective on the process.
Before, I mostly focused on refining lines to make the in-betweening process easier. But after learning that it's okay—and even encouraged—to adjust lines and consider ...
Hello everyone, Ueno here.
Here's my dorm diary entry for September.
I've had several opportunities to work on high frame count cuts, more frames than what I've tackled before. While it's thrilling, there's this constant worry of “will I make the deadline?”
I frequently find my hands sweating from the anxiety. Wiping them with a handkerchief, I work meticulously, constantly flipping through them to ensure nothing looks off. And as the deadline approaches, the mounting pres...
2023-10-07 19:00:03 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey everyone! Sakamoto here.
I know I'm a bit late to the game, but here's my September dorm diary update. Recently, I've been taking on more roles as an assistant key animator. It offers a fresh lens, different from the usual in-betweening tasks, and honestly, it's been a blast. I especially get a kick out of handling layouts that are still in their rough stages. When the animation director throws me just one finished frame and asks me to piece together the rest, it feels like I'm genu...
2023-10-06 19:00:03 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey everyone, Okabe here.
I started the month on a high note, working on an animation with fewer lines. However, my stride faltered shortly after. I've always struggled with tweaking those intricate details. Even though work didn't go as smoothly as I hoped, my days off were quite fulfilling and fun. I really wish things would go smoother at work...
Soon, a project I've been deeply involved with is set to air. Until now, I've only been credited once for a single cut in a productio...
2023-10-06 05:23:17 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey there,
Lately, life's been a whirlwind, but in a good, fulfilling kind of way. It's Ura checking in.
Here's my dorm diary update for September.
Work has been super rewarding, but I've been feeling a bit down because I haven't had the time to sketch out my own ideas. I hit a sort of artist's block after finishing this intricate piece I was really proud of. Every time I think about what to sketch next, I'm haunted by the thought: "Can I ever top that last one?" I put every...
2023-09-28 08:48:38 +0000 UTC View Post
Thank you for your support. This is Okabe.
I was just watching an anime when, to my surprise, I spotted the name of a senior mentor of mine in the ending credits. I mean, I know that as an animator, it's kind of expected, but it still caught me off guard.
A few days ago, I picked up some doujinshi (self-published works) put out by fellow animators. They were filled with sketches, many of which had this raw, dynamic feel — really cool stuff. I'd love to recreate all of them...
2023-09-22 10:26:15 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello everyone, and thank you for your continued support.
It's Yamamoto here.
I'm posting the dormitory diary entry for September!
September has kicked off!
This month, I'm planning to dive into layout designs by replicating some examples.
These study sessions have provided me with a fresh perspective on layouts, and I'm eager to put this newfound knowledge into practice!
September 4, 2023 - Yamamoto
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