Hi Animators,
I have some news, but more importantly, a whole lot of questions for you.
Our host, The Grand Cinema, is welcoming us back in person in September from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. on Wednesday, September 12 (the second Wednesday of the month). However, due to two scheduling conflicts, we need to make alternate arrangements for October and November, whether that is simply moving the meeting to another week (1st or 3rd Wednesday), exploring virtual options for these months, or another option (like taking a break for October and changing the venue for November).
This leads me to another issue I have been weighing since the start of this club: how do I make an all ages animation club where professionals, amateurs, and hobbyists feel welcome? I originally made the age range “all ages” so as it to make it possible for animators with caregiving duties to attend, but I also want to make a space for kids who are interested in/ serious about animation to get their questions answered and to form connections. Do adult animators feel welcome at this gathering? If not, why not? Should I separate the club into two age ranges with two separate meeting times? Is there enough interest in a more formal class for kids? Would parent artists interested in making animation be able to attend if I institute an age limit on one of the meeting times?
To help me figure out what will make the South Side Animation Club as accessible, useful, and enjoyable as possible for animators in the Tacoma region in terms of dates, times, and meeting location (virtual vs. in person), it would be great to get your feedback! To complete the survey, please click here. If you have difficulties opening this link, or if you have thoughts on the issue of whether to make a separate meeting for kids and adults, send me a message to nominestudios@gmail.com. If you want a more formal class for yourself or your kid(s), let me know!
If you live outside the region but would like to participate if there is a virtual option, please email nominestudios@gmail.com with the subject line: “I want a Virtual Animation Club Option!” In the body of the message, include your name, age, location, a link to your portfolio if applicable (not required), and times/ days that would work best for you. If you are a parent/guardian emailing on behalf of your kid, please let me know. If you are under 18, please have your parent/guardian email for you.
Thank you!
Suzanne
No, Mine! Studios 
Quick note: I changed the survey format to a Google Form for more flexibility. Let me know if you have any questions or concerns! Thank you! -Suzanne
Hi There! Will try to make a meeting to explore animation in promoting my book series.