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emotional
funny
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
slow-paced
5.0
deerisms's review
5.0
I love reading anything about concept art for animation, but I really appreciated how much more in depth Steven Universe: Art & Origins was about the entire process of creating the show. Highly recommended for fans of the show or anyone who wants to know how modern cartoons are created for television.
milo_the_moth's review
An ART book about my favorite show of all time? Sign me up!! This book deconstructed the process of making Steven Universe while demonstrating the art techniques and styles of the show. I especially loved the sections that referenced sublime art and how sublime art implies hidden meaning. From the depths of the hidden pilot episode to the shining world of the crewniverse, this book was a real GEM!
I did find it odd that the animation chapter discussed outsourcing the animation itself because it was cheaper than animating in the US. It kinda makes you wonder-- why is it cheaper to animate in South Korea? Is the network paying these animators a livable wage and treating them fairly? I found it strange that the book did not contain interviews from the South Korean animators, even though it contained interviews from most other artists involved in the creative process (including the composers).
I did find it odd that the animation chapter discussed outsourcing the animation itself because it was cheaper than animating in the US. It kinda makes you wonder-- why is it cheaper to animate in South Korea? Is the network paying these animators a livable wage and treating them fairly? I found it strange that the book did not contain interviews from the South Korean animators, even though it contained interviews from most other artists involved in the creative process (including the composers).
scheu's review
5.0
Steven Universe is one of my favorite things in the world, and as a result this book is now also one of my favorite things.
wafer's review
4.0
There's a reason why I'm giving this book 4 instead of 5 stars, despite it being by far the most well-organized and informative art book I have in my collection.
The reason will, thankfully, be amended in future prints of the book. There are three sketch inclusions that portray some pretty nasty racial stereotypes. Rebecca Sugar has apologized for them and they will be removed. As is, they act as a blemish to an otherwise perfectly done text.
The reason will, thankfully, be amended in future prints of the book. There are three sketch inclusions that portray some pretty nasty racial stereotypes. Rebecca Sugar has apologized for them and they will be removed. As is, they act as a blemish to an otherwise perfectly done text.
jcaitie's review
emotional
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informative
inspiring
lighthearted
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medium-paced
5.0
midwichtriffid's review
5.0
I really enjoyed how in depth and technical the book was about the process of creating Steven Universe. It was interesting to see all the tiny steps and processes that are required to make an amazing animated show like this. it gave me an appreciation for the incredible amount of work that goes into every episode.
The art in the book speaks for itself. Getting to see all the various stages the characters went through before arriving at final design, and the intricate work that goes into every back ground was awe inspiring.
I would recommend this book to anyone who likes the show, but also to people who are interested in getting into animation.
The art in the book speaks for itself. Getting to see all the various stages the characters went through before arriving at final design, and the intricate work that goes into every back ground was awe inspiring.
I would recommend this book to anyone who likes the show, but also to people who are interested in getting into animation.
emeelee's review
5.0
Super fun behind-the-scenes look at the development and production of Steven Universe. Seeing the early concepts and designs is hysterical and fascinating. I love all the insights from the Crewniverse; it's clear that this show is so beloved and cared for by those who make it, just as much as those who watch it. I completely devoured this book-- I read every word over the course of two days. If you love SU, you'll enjoy this book.