Director Pete Docter Talks Monsters, Up, Inside Out and Filmmaking at Pixar

Have you ever wondered how Pixar makes their films? In this hour-long talk, Director Pete Docter (Inside Out, Up, Monsters, Inc) explains the extraordinary process filmmakers work through to make an idea come to life. Watch below.

Pete Docter is a film director, animator, screenwriter, and voice actor at Pixar Animation Studios. He contributed to the story and characters of Toy Story, Pixar's first full-length animated feature film, and served as the supervising animator for the film.

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For the Love of Pixar: 'Inside Out' Fan Art Show - Event Recap

We knew from the moment we heard that Pixar film director Pete Docter was working on a film about emotions, that it was going to find a special place in our hearts. In fact, just days before we had even seen the movie, our team had already decided our next For the Love of Pixar fan art show needed the theme of 'Inside Out'. And so the eight month planning journey began...

For the Love of Pixar Show Entrance.

For the Love of Pixar Show Entrance.

This year's show featured 200+ entries from 150 artists - including the work of 90+ children from Page Private School in Costa Mesa, CA, and Newbreak Playschool in San Diego. We also saw many international entries from artists in England, Spain, Mexico, the Philippines, and all over the US.

Below are several photos from our show - including some from photographers Lisa Diaz (her Instagram profile here) and Jaron Apalategui. Our sincere thanks to them for helping us document the details of the day.  

For the Love of Pixar: Sweet! Emotions. Selfie Booth. Photo taken by Jaron Apalategui.

For the Love of Pixar: Sweet! Emotions. Selfie Booth. Photo taken by Jaron Apalategui.

With the help of 725 or so guests who stopped by between February 26-27, our volunteers, our partners (Newbreak Church, Tap Lighting, Print Post), the bands (Nations, Mason James McDonough, the Witty Banters), and artists, we were able to raise nearly $1,800 for the following three organizations: Krochet Kids, intl., Give Clean Water and Ocean Beach Elementary School.

Give Clean Water info and merch booth. Photo taken by Jaron Apalategui.

Give Clean Water info and merch booth. Photo taken by Jaron Apalategui.

'Inside Out' Headquarters. Photo taken by Lisa Diaz.

'Inside Out' Headquarters. Photo taken by Lisa Diaz.

Bing Bong's Rocket. Photo taken by Lisa Diaz.

Bing Bong's Rocket. Photo taken by Lisa Diaz.

Imaginary Friends Wall. Photo taken by Roberto Comparan

Imaginary Friends Wall. Photo taken by Roberto Comparan

Art by Daniel Davis, Benson Shum, and Crystal Dawn Godat (clockwise).

Art by Daniel Davis, Benson Shum, and Crystal Dawn Godat (clockwise).

Art by students at Newbreak Playschool. Photo taken by Lisa Diaz.

Art by students at Newbreak Playschool. Photo taken by Lisa Diaz.

Thank you to everyone who supported us and continues to get behind this crazy project! We really could not have done it with out you. 

Artists showcased in 2016 are listed here in no particular order: Morghan Gill, Roberto Comparan, Ryan Manda, Marilyn Ortega, Anthony Helmer, Crystal Kepke, Zard Apuya, Crystal Dawn Godat, Christina Jose, Daniel Arnold, Danamarie Hosler, Whitney Weber, Nate Kelly, Daniel Davis, John Attis, Elena Soto, Brittany Wolfe, Gica Tam, Joshua Otero, Rod Johnson, Lizette Guzman, Jesse Harbour, Brook Hampton, Jordan Latham, JJ Barrows, Verónica Casas, Benson Shum, Michelle Moricca, Dots, Nicole Gary, Barbara Kalustian, Jen Fine, Russell Richards, Caitlin Boring, Jennette Slade, Nathalie Moore, Yann Lee, Kaitlin Fleming, Jeremy Wilson, Josseline Tanus, Brady Gutierrez, Elizabeth Wheeler, Jenna Moore, Christian Calle, Luz Lopez, Ricky Le-Nguyen, Rosie Wertz, Mary Cox, Audrey Hooper, Tyler Fine, Evan Fine, Everen Maxwell, Christian Graves, Boston Clark, Newbreak Playschool, and Page Private School.

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The Gallery Is Now Open: February 26-27

After prepping the venue on Monday, we finally started putting artwork up on Tuesday for our Pixar 'Inside Out' inspired show this Friday, February 26 (opening reception) and Saturday, February 27th.

For the Love of Pixar Art Show Inside Out

Seen here are just some of the 200+ entries from over 150 artists being featured (including work from at least 90 children as well as work from artists in Spain, Canada, Mexico, the Philippines, England and all over the US).

A BIG THANKS to everyone who worked so hard to make our second show possible!! ‪Come see it for yourself. The gallery IS NOW OPEN! Get all the event details by clicking here!

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Official Event Poster: For the Love of Pixar Presents an 'Inside Out' Inspired Art Show

Here's the official event poster for our 'Inside Out' inspired fan art show arriving Feb. 26-27, 2016. If you wish to contribute artwork for charity or would like to join an event team, make sure to get the details on the artwork entry form here or volunteer form here. It's not too late. 

For the Love of Pixar Inside Out

Don't forget to tell your friends! Event will benefit Krochet Kids intl., Give Clean Water, and Ocean Beach Elementary.

 

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Save the Date: New Art Show February 26th-27th, 2016

For the Love of Pixar returns on Saturday, February 27th, 2016 from 2 PM- 8:30 PM (opening reception Friday, February 26th from 6 PM- 9:30 PM) at 4694 Cape May Avenue, San Diego, CA 92107.

Image by Rachel Ho. Digital Illustration - "Inside Out Comes to Malaysia"

Image by Rachel Ho. Digital Illustration - "Inside Out Comes to Malaysia"

Save the date! Entry is FREE, but everyone is welcome to DONATE A NEW TOY.

Our 'Inside Out' themed show will feature the work of Morghan Gill (@teatigercafe), Roberto Comparan (@bertoway), Ryan Manda (@artofryanmanda), Marilyn Rose Ortega (@marilyn_rose_ortega), Anthony Helmer (@anthony.helmer), Crystal Kepke (@artsycrystalkepke), Zard Apuya (@zard_a), Crystal Dawn Godat (@crystaldrawn), Christina Jose (@smalls_art), Daniel Arnold, Brett Nance (@panblanco37), Danamarie Hosler (@mightypigeon_art), Whitney Weber (@tinker_tailor_illustrator), Christine Young, Nate Kelly (@nate_kelly), Alison Jones (@alleyalways4), Daniel Davis Jr., John Moore (@johnattis), Elena Soto (@1937esa), Brittany Wolfe (@brittanydreamsdisney), Gica Tam (@gicatam), Joshua Otero (@joshua_otero_art), Luis Kollmer (@luiskollmer), and many more!

Artists eager to participate in this exhibition, may sign-up here.

Work sold will benefit Krochet Kids intl., Give Clean Water, and Ocean Beach Elementary.

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New "Inside Out" Themed Show Coming February 27, 2016

For the Love of Pixar returns on Saturday, February 27, 2016 (opening reception will be held on Friday, February 26).

For the Love of Pixar Inside Out Show

Artists eager to participate in this "Inside Out" themed exhibition may now complete the online entry form here. Please inquire early to reserve your spot. Your work will benefit several charities. Feel free to pass this along to anyone you think would love to participate!

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For the Love of Pixar Returns in 2016

We wrap up ‪#‎InsideOutWeek‬ with a special announcement: For the Love of Pixar returns next February. Call for entries this Fall. Artists eager to participate in this art exhibition should check back soon. Details on how you can get involved will be posted later this summer.

For The Love of Pixar February 2016

Inside Out emojis designed by @mantia and @grafera

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