Correct me if I’m wrong, but key programs are sold separately and the programs themselves are kind of expensive for even the ordinary independent animator. It would be great to see this program used more here in the US, but I’d say the major drawback may be the expense involved. Almost 100% of Disney’s Princess and the Frog was done using ToonBoom’s software, and it’s truly amazing what this software package can do.

ToonBoom is widely used overseas and up North in Canada, and they are looking to expand into the US market. ToonBoom’s reps tried to answer as many questions as possible, and were very engaged with the audience. The seminar was very informative – a brief overview of the company’s history was offered, followed by coverage of ToonBoom’s product line, with the most in-depth attention given to Animate, and Animate Pro. I can’t possibly go into all the details on why this program looks so awesome, but it may have a lot to do with the fact that it’s the only comprehensive animation program completely dedicated to meeting the needs of animation professionals in the best ways possible. They were in town to promote their slate of animation programs, specifically ToonBoom’s Animate. The makers of ToonBoom spoke to a packed house Tuesday night at the Animazing Gallery in Soho, New York. For those of you young’ins who don’t get the Two Snaps Up reference, please see Men On Film.

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