Back In the Days - 2012

When it comes to realising the visual concept of a film, the Production Designer is key. They use a unique set of skills to develop the design style for the sets, locations, graphics, props, lighting and costumes. In this podcast, WFT Member and Production Designer and Graphic Artist Jill Beecher talks with Production Designer Katie Byron about their craft and all things industry related... from flotation tanks to film families.

This event has been made possible with the support of Coimisiún na Meán.
Katie Byron: Don’t Worry Darling is the second collaboration between Olivia Wilde and Katie Byron after Booksmart in 2018. Her work includes Mike Mills’ C’mon C’mon, Janicza Bravo’s  Zola, Tara Miele’s Wander Darkly , Spectrevision’s Color Out Of Space an HP Lovecraft adaptation by cult director Richard Stanley, meta slasher film The Final Girls and several films by Drake Doremus; Sundance Grand Jury Prize winner Like Crazy, Zoe, Breathe In, Equals and Newness. Her television work includes BBC America’s Dirk Gently Holistic Detective Agency, IFC’s Documentary Now, the FX series A Teacher and the Australian/American genre bending series Wolf Like Me.

Jill Beecher: Jill was born in Dublin, Ireland in 1984. She is a production designer, art director and concept illustrator who has worked across Hollywood Productions and local Irish projects too. Jill is now represented by William Morris Endeavour and is a member of the British and American Art Director Guilds. She also is a visual artist who has exhibited in Europe, America and Australia.

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Talking Production Design¸n Conversation with Katie Byron

Talking Production Design: Jill Beecher In Conversation with Katie Byron

MAT-B - Conceived From The Rhythm 1.8.2023

The Framestore Podcast, our learning and talent development focused podcast made by Framestore, for Framestore, is back this week with another fantastic new episode.

Every two weeks on Mondays, we welcome a special guest to the pod to answer questions about their inspirations, work at our studio, and career journey via the Framestore Podcast 'dailies' questions. Then, the following Thursday, we invite a guest 'co-host' from our global community to take over, engaging our guest in a deeper dive conversation for a valuable learning experience.

Our special guest this week is Martin Macrae, Head of the Art Department at Framestore.

Martin began his career as a successful commercial artist, working for over a decade in the advertising and publishing industry. A move to Framestore followed, where he’s been for the last 23 years running the art department. 

He’s been credited on huge shows that include Blade Runner 2049, Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore, Guardians of the Galaxy, Beauty & the Beast, Avatar, Ready Player One, and loads more!

Our co-host for this conversation is Fern Hodgson, Production Manager in the Art Department. An Escape Studios 'Escapee', and professional photographer, Fern joined the team in the fall of 2016 and is the backbone of the art department.

Episode 29 - Part 1: Martin Macrae

Tune in for 'part two' of this week's 'Art Department Special' where we continue our conversation with Martin Macrae, Head of Framestore's Art Department.

This week's guest co-host, Art Department Production Manager, Fern Hodgson, takes over the Framestore Podcast where she grills Martin on his leadership role, creative inspirations and his love for painting.

We get into subjects that include beating 'Imposter Syndrome', how you are "only as good as the people you work with" and what he learnt from meeting James Cameron!

This is such a great conversation and we hope you enjoy this one!

Episode 29 - Part 2: Martin Macrae

TRACKLIST

01. Felix Leifur - Berg Toppur [DIRT CREW]
02. Malouane - Long Way For The Homies [IN THE BOX]
03. Grant - Contemporate Reality [MÖRK]
04. Art Department, Blud - Who is Jake Holmes [NO.19 MUSIC]
05. Fred Everything - Space Time (Atjazz Galaxy Aart Remix) [LAZY DAYS MUSIC]
06. Soulphiction - A Short History Of... [PHILPOT]
07. Soulphiction - U'll Like It [LOCAL TALK]
08. The African Dream - Makin' a Living [EIGHTBALL]
09. Lay-Far - Lock and Rock [LOCAL TALK]
10. Howling - Stole the Night (Midland Remix) [MONKEYTOWN]
11. Felipe Gordon - Momma, it's a long journey [SHALL NOT FADE]
12. Motor City Drum Ensemble - Space Cadets [!K7]
13. Dam Swindle - That Freak Stuff [TSUBA]
14. Midland - What we know (Motor City Drum Ensemble Remix) [AUS MUSIC]
15. Oliver $ - Doin' Ya Thang [PLAY IT DOWN]
16. S3A - Leaving 19th [DIRT CREW]
17. Moodymann - I Can't Kick This Feelin When It Hits [PLANET E]
18. KiNK - Fish Feeling [KOLOUR]
19. See Other - Waitin' [LOBSTER THEREMIN]
20. Mr. Raoul K - Mystic things [BAOBAB SECRET]
21. Soulphiction - Beehive (Classic Mix) [LOCAL TALK]
22. Mr. G - Moments [REKIDS]
23. Denis Shubin - Hsjn [AMBER MUSE]
24. Pépé Bradock - Life [ATAVISME]

Ineko DJ Sets

INEKO - Midnight Serenade [House Set]

From 2013 - A Remix that is getting "dusted" off and brought back into the light...  Nearly 11 and still sounding juicy with the Moog and analog magic. 
 Enjoy this remix of Art Department's - Robot Heart.  <3

Robot Heart Remix

Robot Heart (PjOE 432 BRC Remix)

20 4 24

Art Department - Robot Heart (Whoon Dirty Remix)

The Framestore Podcast, our learning and talent development focused podcast made by Framestore, for Framestore, is back with another brand-new instalment.

This week, we return to the Art Department for a conversation with Framestore Concept Artist, Jules Darriulat. Jules is a highly respected artist in his field, known not only for creating stunning concepts for Framestore projects but also as the co-founder of Concept 101.

In today's first part, we dive into the Framestore Podcast Dailies, discussing life as a concept artist, the origins of Concept 101, routes into the industry, and many lessons learned along the way.

On Thursday, we hand the mic to this week's guest co-host, Montreal-based Modeller and Launchpad alum Pierre-Edouard Merien, who will explore the craft of concept art in greater depth with Jules.

We explore how Jules began his journey as a Concept Artist, the creation of Concept 101, and offer advice on courses, software, mentorship, and other methods for mastering the craft of concept art. What was once a single hidden path has now expanded into twenty!

We also discuss Jules' favourite types of art to create, the differences between working in concept art teams for movies and TV shows versus the games industry, and the significance of grasping artistic fundamentals.

Resources mentioned across both Part 1 and Part 2 (out on Thursday):

Artists:
Darek Zabrocki - Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes: https://www.artstation.com/artwork/vDnB1D
Jeremy Love - Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes: https://www.artstation.com/artwork/rJxQNa
Julien Gauthier - The Rings of Power: https://www.artstation.com/artwork/YBYDz6

Teaching resources:
Learn Squared: https://www.learnsquared.com/
Alex Senechal - Visual Basics course: https://acms.gumroad.com/l/visualdesign?layout=profile
Scott Robertson Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@scottrobertsondesign
James Gurney Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@JamesGurney

Concept101:
Website: https://www.concept101.co.uk/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/concept_101_event/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpxuj0umDSlw0rIGaqfSveQ

Jules' portfolio:
Artstation: https://www.artstation.com/julesdarriulat
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/julesdarriulat/

GOELAND project: https://www.artstation.com/artwork/AlzO8W

Episode 55 - Part 1: Jules Darriulat

The Framestore Podcast, our learning and talent development focused podcast made by Framestore, for Framestore, is back with another brand-new instalment.

This week we return to the Art Department for a conversation with Framestore Concept Artist, Jules Darriulat. Jules is a highly respected artist in his field, known not only for creating stunning concepts for Framestore projects but also as the co-founder of Concept 101.

In part two, Montreal based Modeller, Pierre-Edouard Merien takes over the pod where he delves deeper into Jules' role, inspirations, challenges and more!

We find out about what inspires Jules to continually improve his craft, his definition of creativity and a sneak peek into his process when starting on a new concept. 

Jules shares his early inspirations, movies and artists that shaped him as a creative, his views on generative AI, and lots of advice on how to train your creativity and improve your artistic fundamentals.

Resources mentioned across both Part 1 (out last Monday) and Part 2:

Artists:
Darek Zabrocki - Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes: www.artstation.com/artwork/vDnB1D
Jeremy Love - Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes: www.artstation.com/artwork/rJxQNa
Julien Gauthier - The Rings of Power: www.artstation.com/artwork/YBYDz6

Teaching resources:
Learn Squared: www.learnsquared.com/
Alex Senechal - Visual Basics course: acms.gumroad.com/l/visualdesign?layout=profile
Scott Robertson Youtube: www.youtube.com/@scottrobertsondesign
James Gurney Youtube: www.youtube.com/@JamesGurney

Concept101:
Website: www.concept101.co.uk/
Instagram: www.instagram.com/concept_101_event/
Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCpxuj0umDSlw0rIGaqfSveQ

Jules' portfolio:
Artstation: www.artstation.com/julesdarriulat
Instagram: www.instagram.com/julesdarriulat/

GOELAND project: www.artstation.com/artwork/AlzO8W

Episode 55 - Part 2: Jules Darriulat

WELCOME TO MORANTHE SESSIONS

Dj set at ksa.rek in mexico city, this is the beginning and thanks for listening.   
NO MUSIC NO LIFE
ENJOY.

Moranthe sessions at ksa.rek

DJ & Producteur Radio résidant dans la charmante ville de Die dans la Drôme.

Complètement fondu de musique jusqu'à la moelle, très tôt nourri au hip hop, aux musiques électroniques, à tous les styles de jazz, de funk, de rock, de bass music, de breakbeats, à la musique du Monde et à toutes sortes de fusions et de mélanges, je me suis rapidement retrouvé avec des platines entre les mains et une pile de disques de plus en plus volumineuse qui m'ont naturellement amené à vouloir partager, sensibiliser, cultiver et faire danser.

Au fil des années, jouant dans les soirées aux côtés de mes copains KaMiKaZe, Låxe, Romain Guitet ou Goldi, j'aime refléter mes influences très larges dans mes DJ sets. Ayant grandi à Paris et passé une partie de mon temps à Berlin, la vie nocturne et les clubs m'ont aussi donné un coup de foudre pour la techno et la house que j'aime tout spécialement jouer en tant que DJ.

Aujourd'hui résidant dans le sud de la France, entre Provence et montagne, je continue "au vert" d'assouvir ma passion musicale en produisant avec mon compère Goldi l'émission "BACK 2 BACK" et, en solo à partir de 2024, l'émission "APÉRO STÉRÉO" sur RDWA 107.5 FM (Diois, Drôme) et de jouer de temps à autres dans les bars et les soirées locales.

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DJ & Radio Producer based in the charming town of Die in Drôme, France.

A music fanatic to the core, I was brought up at an early age on hip hop, electronic music, all styles of jazz, funk, rock, bass music, breakbeats, world music and all kinds of fusions and mixes. I soon found myself with turntables in my hands and an ever-growing stack of records, which naturally led me to want to share, educate, cultivate and get people dancing.

Over the years, playing at parties alongside my buddies KaMiKaZe, Låxe, Romain Guitet and Goldi, I like to reflect my wide-ranging influences in my DJ sets. Having grown up in Paris and spent part of my time in Berlin, the nightlife and club scene also led me to fall in love with techno and house, which I especially enjoy playing as a DJ.

Now living in the south of France, between Provence and mountains, I continue to indulge my musical passion "au vert", producing the "BACK 2 BACK" radio show with my mate Goldi and, solo from 2024, the "APÉRO STÉRÉO" radio show on RDWA 107.5 FM (Diois, Drôme), as well as playing the occasional gig in local bars and parties.

A learning and talent development focused podcast made by Framestore, for Framestore! 

Every two-weeks we present a conversation in two halves!

Part one - the Framestore Podcast Dailies! Each week we invite a guest to our regular ‘dailies’ session. Set questions designed to find out what makes our guests tick, what they do at our studio, their career journey so far and all manner of advice, tips and tricks. 

For our second portion, arriving later that week, we hand the reins over to a guest co-host, a member of our global community who stands to learn a lot from the experience who engages our special guest into a deeper dive conversation. Arguably a more technical discussion depending on who we have on the pod.

Also, check out 'The Framestore Dailies' Spotify playlist, where each guest and co-host share two tracks from their most loved 'music-to-work-to' artist 🎧

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/56zMyRAPF0a9qjhZTV3pLZ?si=de24b54848b04155

Moranthe | Dj

No music No life 
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