Bob Doucette | Director and Gallery Artist

This conversation with artist Bob Doucette covers his journey from attending CalArts to working in the animation industry, including his experiences at Warner Brothers and Mike Young Productions.

Bob discusses his transition from animation to pursuing his own artistic endeavors and the challenges and rewards of working in different art forms. He also shares his thoughts on the changing landscape of animation and the importance of finding one's own artistic voice.

Check out Bob's work on his website: http://bobdoucette.com
and his Instagram https://www.instagram.com/art_of_bob_doucette/

00:00 Introduction and Background
01:25 CalArts and Transitioning into Animation
04:23 Working with Influential Mentors
08:42 Working at Warner Brothers and Gaining Experience
13:28 Taking on Directing Roles
16:19 Gaining Street Cred
22:27 Working on Animaniacs and Other Projects
28:12 Developing and Producing Shows
35:00 Planning the Exit Strategy
44:01 Transitioning to CGI Animation
46:53 Balancing Animation Work and Personal Artistic Pursuits
51:10 Leaving Animation and Moving Away from LA
54:01 The Importance of Gallery Systems and Personal Connection
56:57 Pop Surrealism and Connecting with Pop Culture
01:00:22 Managing Time and Deadlines as a Full-Time Artist
01:06:13 The Benefits of Collaborating with Other Artists
01:07:27 The Importance of Animation Training in Art
01:11:17 The Pitfalls of Over-reliance on Digital Tools
01:21:48 The Journey of Completing a Mural

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