I Moved to Los Angeles to Work in Animation

Published in 2019
95 pages

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Natalie Nourigat is a Paris-based director, writer, and storyboard artist whose work bridges the vibrant worlds of comics, animation, and film. Known for her distinctive style and emotional storytelling, she has captured the imagination of fans across the globe. This fan site is dedicated to celebrating her creative journey, spotlighting her accomplishments, and connecting her audience to her ever-growing body of work.

What is this book about?
When artist Tally Nourigat left her life in Portland to move to Los Angeles and pursue a job in animation, she realized that despite her research, nothing truly prepared her for the wild world that awaited in the studios of Southern California. From grinding on storyboard test after storyboard test to getting a job at a major studio to searching for an apartment in…the Valley…this autobiographical how-to graphic novel explores the highest highs and lowest lows of pursuing a dream in animation. Brushed with a dose of humor and illustrated advice about salaries, studio culture, and everything in between, I Moved to Los Angeles to Work in Animation is the unique insider experience you won’t find anywhere else.