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DreamWorks Animation brings Puss in Boots back to the big screen, following the daring outlaw as he risks his last life to find the fabled Wishing Star, which holds the power to restore his nine lives. The Art of Puss in Boots: The Last Wish celebrates the studio's latest installment from the Shrek universe, presenting hundreds of character designs and concept art from the making of the movie, along with exclusive interviews from the writers, artists, and filmmakers who brought this story to life. Featuring a foreword from Antonio Banderas, this insider's guide provides a glimpse into the creative process and celebrates everyone's favorite leche-loving, swashbuckling, fear-defying feline.

The official behind-the-scenes art book for five-time Academy Award–nominated animation studio Cartoon Saloon’s stunning animated fantasy adventure My Father’s Dragon , inspired by the classic children’s novel.Foreword by Bonnie Curtis and Julie LynnThe Art of My Father’s Dragon documents the production of Cartoon Saloon’s ( The Secret of Kells , Song of the Sea , The Breadwinner , Wolfwalkers ) and Mockingbird Pictures’ Netflix-exclusive fantasy feature. Inspired by Ruth Stiles Gannett’s timeless children’s classic, My Father’s Dragon tells the story of Elmer—a young boy struggling to cope after a move to the city with his mother—who runs away in search of Wild Island, and a young dragon who waits to be rescued.Through exclusive commentary and interviews with Oscar-nominated director Nora Twomey ( The Breadwinner ), executive producers Tomm Moore and Meg LeFauve, and the world-renowned artists and crew of Cartoon Saloon, animation fans will discover the process behind bringing the ferocious beasts and mysterious locations of Elmer’s journey to life in beautiful 2D animation. Alongside never-before-seen production art and sketches, author and acclaimed animation journalist Ramin Zahed breaks down the process of translating the story from page to screen and introduces readers to the fantastical characters of Wild Island.

The official behind-the-scenes tie-in book to Sony Pictures Animation's Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse ​Miles Morales returns for the next chapter of the Oscar®-winning Spider-Verse saga, an epic adventure that will transport Brooklyn's full-time, friendly neighborhood Spider-Man across the Multiverse to join forces with Gwen Stacy and a new team of Spider-People to face off with a villain more powerful than anything they have ever encountered. Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse: The Art of the Movie takes readers behind the scenes to showcase the art and artistry of Sony Pictures Animation's highly-anticipated sequel to 2018's Academy Award-winning animated feature, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. The ultimate deep dive into the on-screen return of the Spider-Man multiverse, the book features exclusive concept art, sketches, character designs, and storyboards from the visually innovative film, as well as interviews with key creators such as writers/producers Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, who offer insights into their creative process.

"Get an inside look into the creation of the Emmy Award wining animated anthology series Love Death + Robots, created by filmmakers Tim Miller (Deadpool) and David Fincher (Se7en, Mindhunter). This groundbreaking series united a global animation community for a celebration of bold and boundary-pushing, adult-themed, high-end animation. Its 35 short films are each painstakingly crafted with a mix of energy, action, and unapologetic humor. Learn about the making of the show's first three volumes, including interviews with key artists and creatives, early vision decks, beautiful concept art, character studies, costume sketches, paintings, vehicle designs, and storyboards--all the way to finished frames."--back cover

The official art book for the animated movie The Amazing Maurice, based on the Carnegie Medal-winning Discworld novel by Terry Pratchett

The Art of VIVO' will give readers a behind-the-scenes look at VIVO, the first-ever musical from Sony Pictures Animation, including exclusive concept art, character designs, storyboards and commentary from the award-winning filmmaking team. 0 VIVO, an animated musical adventure featuring all-new original songs from Lin-Manuel Miranda, the creator of the Broadway smash Hamilton, whose flair for mashing up musical styles will give the film a wholly unique and contemporary sound. This incredible story about music and friendship will take audiences on an epic adventure to gorgeous and vibrant locations never before seen in animation.

Delving into the creative process, this beautifully illustrated book offers an insider's look at LAIKA's latest stop-motion film. It showcases the artistry and craftsmanship involved in animation, featuring concept art, character designs, and behind-the-scenes insights that highlight the innovative techniques used in bringing the story to life. Perfect for fans of animation and filmmaking, it celebrates the magic and meticulous work that defines LAIKA's unique storytelling approach.

A stunning book exploring the art of Sergio Pablos' animated Christmas original, Klaus.

The official art book for the animated movie The Addams Family. Based on the famous New Yorker creations of Charles Addams, this animated action-comedy will follow the Addams family - parents Gomez and Morticia, children Wednesday and Pugsley, Uncle Fester, Grandma, Cousin It, faithful butler Lurch and helping hand Thing - whose lives begin to unravel when they face-off against a crafty reality-TV host while also preparing for their extended family to arrive for a major celebration, Addams-style. This companion book is full of concept designs, storyboards and production art, alongside insight from the artists, filmmakers and directors.