Andy Collen
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Portland Oregon USA |
Contact Type: Artist |
| web: http://www.happytrailsanimation.com | |
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Andy Collen began his career at the age of 13, selling his meticulously detailed clay sculptures at a local gallery in Aspen, Colorado. An interest in the art of animation lead Andy to Los Angeles where he gained industry experience as a production assistant for Terry Thoren at Expanded Entertainment (now CEO at the animation studio of Klasky Csupo Inc.). Intrigued by the growing number of independent animators in Portland, Oregon Andy relocated to the Northwest where he completed an apprenticeship with Tom Arndt of Merlin’s Hammer Studio. This hands-on experience with commercial animation and special effects gave Andy the skills to freelance with companies such as Vinton Studios (California Raisins) and Blashfield & Associates (creator of mixed-media music videos as Tears for Fears "Sowing the Seeds of Love;" and Michael Jackson's "Leave Me Alone"). Now with the studio of Happy Trails Animation, Andy directs eye-catching commercials and independent films. His extensive background in visual effects, technology and the art of animation help drive the studio’s commitment to generating original, inspiring productions. Filmography/Awards Info: Best Animation & Experimental Short- IndyMemphis(Tennessee USA) Best Animation PDX - Portland Indy Animation Film Festival (Portland OR. USA) Best of Show - Cloud 9 Film Festival (Frontier Airlines USA & Mexico) Best of the Northwest - The Northwest Film & Vidoe Festival 26th Telly Award -2005 Non-Broadcast ANIMATION (Finalist Statuette) Boston Motion Picture Award This Contact appears in this database if Microcinema International has screened a film directed by the Contact, a film directed by the contact is featured in a DVD distributed by the Blackchair Collection Shop, or featured an organization or activity linked with the Contact. This database is used for commercial as well as informational, non-commercial purposes. It is a historical archive of Microcinema International's activities. Inclusion in this database and archive in no way implies a continuing formal relationship or affiliation with Microcinema International or the Blackchair Label nor an endorsement of its activities by the Contact. Contact details are not displayed in order to protect privacy. If you wish to contact this artist please see their website as listed above or write Microcinema International and we will be happy to forward your e-mail.
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