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The Art of Eric Guillon - From the Making of Despicable Me to Minions, the Secret Life of Pets, and More
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This engaging tome is perfect for fans of animation, aspiring artists, and anyone interested in the art and design behind some of the century's most popular animated films.
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See moreDelve behind the scenes of artist Eric Guillon's artwork for Illumination and Entertainment's popular films, including Despicable Me, Sing, and upcoming The Secret Life of Pets 2.
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Delve behind the scenes of artist Eric Guillon's artwork for Illumination Entertainment's popular films, including Despicable Me, Sing, and the upcoming The Secret Life of Pets 2.
Illumination Entertainment has produced some of this century's most popular and successful animated films all over the world. Artist Eric Guillon helped design many of the most beloved and iconic characters for these films, such as Gru and the Minions from Despicable Me, the adorable animals in The Secret Life of Pets, and more.
Explore behind the scenes of Eric Guillon's artwork with this comprehensive coffee table book, which delves into Guillon's creative process and Illumination Entertainment's hit films. The Art of Eric Guillon features never-before-seen concept art, sketches, film stills, and other unique graphics. It traces the animation process from start to finish and examines Guillon's many different roles, ranging from art director, character designer, and production designer to co-director.
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ISBN: 9781789092547
Publisher: Titan Books Ltd
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 31 May 2022
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Titan Books Ltd
Audience: General / adult
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Width: 323.0mm
Height: 235.0mm
Weight: 250g
Pages: 304
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About the Author
Ben Croll is a film journalist and critic whose work has been published in IndieWire, The Wrap, Screen International, and France 24. He has written about animation for Vanity Fair and Variety, covering the intersection of the French and US film industries. He is based in Paris, France.
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