#38 Previs Artist for Avatar | Jim Turner

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Jim went from being a stay-at-home dad, to working on Avatar 2 & 3.This week Jim Turner shares how he became a previs artist and what it’s like to work with James Cameron. Listen to him share stories from the set of Avatar 2 & 3, the importance of connections, and why indie filmmakers should invest in a previs artist for their projects. Key points:1:25 - How he got started6:28 - Transition from animation to previs artist 14:02 - Working on Avatar 2 & 322:36 - The importance of connections24:52 - Why indie filmmakers should invest in previs artist 35:00 - Gear he likes39:44- How to become known for something in your field41:52 - What makes a good previs artist 43:43 - How to get your foot in the door46:32 - What current project he's excited about Links:Maya SoftwareThe Visual Story: Creating the Visual Structure of Film, TV, and Digital MediaConnect with the Practical FilmmakerFollow The Practical Filmmaker on InstagramWatch more episodes on YouTubeSupport the showFind more filmmaking resourcesConnect with the Practical FilmmakerFollow The Practical Filmmaker on InstagramWatch more episodes on YouTubeFind more filmmaking resources

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Jim went from being a stay-at-home dad, to working on Avatar 2 & 3.This week Jim Turner shares how he became a previs artist and what it’s like to work with James Cameron. Listen to him share stories from the set of Avatar 2 & 3, the importance of...

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