December 06, 2011

"When Santa Got Sick" App - UPDATE


Last year we posted about the fun illustrations we were doing for a new storybook app called, When Santa Got Sick! Version 2.0, which features some new illustrations and updates, has launched and is currently in the top 10 best sellers in the "children's religious" category on amazon/kindle apps.

2A! designed the characters and illustrated the scenes for Food4Thought Productions. Be sure to head over to amazon and download the app for yourselves!

When Santa Got Sick is an interactive storybook app written by Greg Perkins, that tells the tale of what happened when Santa was too sick to deliver presents one Christmas Eve.


© Food 4 Thought Productions Inc.


December 02, 2011

Corey & Friends: Giant Corey! (PG-13)


2A! enters the crazy world of Corey & Friends!

Corey & Friends follows the misadventures of Corey, as he and his oddball group of friends get into all kinds of trouble. In their first adventure titled, “Giant Corey,” we meet Corey, Jason, Kyle, Max, Kelly and Megan, and learn what happens when someone dares to insult Corey’s favorite sport… Pro Wrestling!

2A! directed and animated this short, which was created and written by Corey Snowden, for FlipThis TrumpCard Productions.







Copyright © FlipThisTrumpCard Productions

September 29, 2011

The Fine Bros Team-Up with 2A!


2A! has officially teamed up with the fabulous Fine Bros to create some killer animated shorts!

Our first collaboration, "You’re Entering Puberty Charlie Brown," has just launched on The Fine Bros YouTube channel. The short is a hilarious spoof on the classic Peanuts cartoons, and examines what happens when Charlie Brown and the gang hit puberty. It was written by The Fine Bros and animated by us!

If that weren’t cool enough, we also collaborated to create an Animated Outtakes video, which you can find on our YouTube channel, and a semi-embarrassing Behind the Scenes video, which can be viewed on The Fine Bros 2 YouTube channel.

"Trifecta attack!"

Be sure to check out all three videos and subscribe to The Fine Bros on YouTube. Because they rock!





Copyright © The Fine Bros. & Two Animators! LLP

August 24, 2011

Cartoon Fails: He-Man


2A! has the power for another Cartoon Fails!

Every Thursday this summer, Break.com will be releasing a new episode of Cartoon Fails! These short animations poke fun at pop-culture and the cartoons we all grew up watching. This episode... He-Man!

2A! animated this short in Flash, with our pals at Snark Rocket producing!





Copyright © Break.com


August 03, 2011

Cartoon Fails: Captain Planet


2A! partakes in some rubbernecking for another Cartoon Fails!

Every Thursday this summer, Break.com will be releasing a new episode of Cartoon Fails! These short animations poke fun at pop-culture and the cartoons we all grew up watching. This episode... Captain Planet!

2A! animated this short in Flash, with our pals at Snark Rocket producing!




Copyright © Break.com


August 01, 2011

Political Cartoon: Debt Season


For those of you who missed this over the weekend...

Here's my interpretation of the current debt ceiling debates in Washington, between Obama and Boehner. Our politicians are definitely acting "Looney!" =P

And here's a clip of the classic Looney Tunes short!


Illustration © Joe Costantini


July 27, 2011

Cartoon Fails: April O'Neil


2A! brakes for Cartoon Fails!

Every Thursday this summer, Break.com will be releasing a new episode of Cartoon Fails! These short animations poke fun at pop-culture and the cartoons we all grew up watching. The first episode we worked on features the many news bloopers of April O'Neil, from the 80's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles cartoon.

Warning!! April has a potty mouth in this one. =P

2A! animated this short in Flash, with our pals at Snark Rocket producing!




Copyright © Break.com


July 11, 2011

Animated Demo: Sifaka World!


We often get asked about our work on Sifaka World, so we thought it would be cool to post a demo video we created back when the virtual world (MMO) was still being developed. This video shows just a few of the cool world areas, games, and characters 2A! designed and animated for Sifaka World!

You can also view more of our Sifaka World artwork on our blog and website.

Enjoy!





Copyright © Sifaka Productions, Inc.


July 07, 2011

"Weedy's Revenge" Game



2A! shows off our weed wacking skills with the Weedy's Revenge game!

This is our second team up with Digital Backlot for Growums.com. "Weedy the Weed" is on the loose and wreaking havoc in town! It's your job to help "Duke the Cuke" stop him by spraying him with your weed repellent!

2A! handled coding, animation and assembly of this rootin' tootin' Wild West Shooter-style game, using Digital Backlot’s awesome 3D artwork.

Be sure to head over to www.growums.com to test your weed shootin' skills!


Copyright © Growums


June 22, 2011

College Humor: A Warning From The Future


2A! travels back to the future... or, err... the past?!

Have you ever wondered if you made the right decision when you got married? Well, College Humor asks the same question in this hilarious short about a guy named Dave who travels back in time to warn himself about his own future.

2A! animated this short in Flash, with our pals at Snark Rocket producing!






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June 21, 2011

"So You Think You Can Grow" Game



2A! gets our grove on with the So You Think You Can Grow game!

We've teamed up with Digital Backlot to create a series of fun games for Growums.com. The object of this first game is to hit your keyboard arrow keys in the right combination to water and grow your tomato plant. If your timing is off, you'll face the judges' insults. If you impress the judges you’ll move on to the next level, and grow another inch closer to the stardom you've always dreamt of!

2A! handled coding, animation and assembly of this fun Dance Dance Revolution-style game, using Digital Backlot’s awesome 3D artwork and designs.

Be sure to head over to www.growums.com to test your growing skills!


Copyright © Growums


June 08, 2011

Animation: You Rock My World!


This animation is a great way to tell that special someone how much they mean to you. Especially when you're sleeping on the couch because you forgot your anniversary again! LOL =P

Another animation from our "flirty" batch of SweetIM's. Enjoy!




Copyright © SweetIM Technologies Ltd.

May 19, 2011

Understanding the Life Cycle of the EAB


2A! helps spread the word about the Emerald Ash Borer Beetle (EAB).

Nature Walk - Understanding the Life Cycle of the EAB is an educational video for the Stop the Beetle website and will be used to teach people about the Emerald Ash Borer Beetle, which is an invasive insect that is killing Ash trees by the millions.

2A! teamed up with our friends at JMH Education to write and direct this 4-minute Flash animation.





Copyright © USDA


May 16, 2011

2A! Launches Mobile Site


Don’t have Flash on your iPhone or other mobile device? No problem!

2A! recently launched our “i-compatable” mobile site. The abbreviated site allows visitors to learn a little about our studio and view select videos and artwork without requiring Flash. This is the first version of our mobile site, so expect it to grow as we continue to make new content available. And of course, you can still see our full Flash website on your desktop PC or Mac.


Copyright © Two Animators! LLP

May 04, 2011

Animation: Hot In Here


If the Devil looks like this, then sign me up for a looong stay! Just kidding, this is another animation from our "flirty" batch of SweetIM's. Enjoy!



Copyright © SweetIM Technologies Ltd.

April 20, 2011

DC Water: A Drop's Life


2A! helps spread the word about DC’s clean water!

Have you ever wondered what happens to a raindrop after it falls from the sky?
DC Water offers up their answer in this cool, educational short, which tells the story of DC Water’s "Clean Rivers Project" from the perspective of a few drops of water.

2A! helped animate this short for Snark Rocket and Free Range Studios.






Copyright © DC Water 2011

April 14, 2011

Animation: Knockout Girl


There’s no better compliment than having a beautiful girl tell you “you’re a knockout!” Of course, the fact that she could actually knock you out might be a bit intimidating, but who cares… it’s the thought that counts.

Here’s the first in an all new batch of “flirty” SweetIM animations. Enjoy!




Copyright © SweetIM Technologies Ltd.

April 07, 2011

Flirty Sweet IMs


Our latest batch of SweetIM animations (pictured above) has launched and boy are they hot! They’re all part of a flirty-themed batch, and include our humorous takes on bad one-liners.

2A! developed the concepts, designed and animated the characters, and provided the audio. Check out some hot screen shots below, and then head over to www.sweetim.com to download the FREE application.






Copyright © SweetIM Technologies Ltd.

March 30, 2011

Character Designs: Nuts


Who knew nuts could be so fun to draw?

Following up on Tom's post last week, here's a shot of the cast of nuts we designed for The Skinny On Nuts Website. These characters were really fun for us, because they hearken back to our roots of drawing wacky characters with big circle eyes. The bottom layer in the image is our initial line-up of characters, while the top layer contains a few revisions.

Anyway, go check out the site which we helped design, and be sure to "like it." Spread some love people!


Copyright © National Peanut Board


March 24, 2011

The Jersey Shore meets Dragonball Z


2A! takes Goku on a trip to the Jersey shore!

Ever wonder what would happen if The Jersey Shore cast met up with the Dragonball Z cast? Neither did we, but College Humor sure did, and boy are you in for a treat. Prepare for orange tans, frosted tips, and a Super Saiyan sucker-punch in this action packed, animated battle!

2A! animated this short in Flash, with our pals at Snark Rocket producing!






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March 22, 2011

The Skinny On Nuts Website


2A! gets healthy by adding The Skinny on Nuts Website to our diet!

Did you know that peanuts are not only good for your heart, but also good for your exercise routine? That's because eating peanuts, along with other nuts, provides the body with many of the necessary nutrients that help you get moving. This fun, educational site was commissioned by The National Peanut Board and is chock-full of important nutritional information about your favorite nuts. Get the "skinny on nuts" at www.skinnyonnuts.com and find out how eating nuts can be part of a healthy diet.

2A! helped design the Website and characters, and provided music and animation. We had a great time teaming up with LBVD to work on this project!





Copyright © National Peanut Board


March 18, 2011

Fun Art Fridays: Awesome Optimus Prime!


"Autobots... transform and roll out!"

This super-cool illustration of Optimus Prime was created by Greg Kleid, one of our awesome background artists. Greg drew this as a present for his nephews and we just had to post it. Man, I wish I had an uncle as cool as Greg!


Illustration © Greg Kleid


March 11, 2011

Fun Art Fridays: The Thundercats' Mumm-Ra


"Ancient Spirits of Evil, transform this decayed form into Mumm-Ra the Ever Living!"

Now that I got that out of the way... Mumm-Ra is one of the all-time coolest villains! He starts off looking like a pathetic old man hobbling around in mummy rags, and with a few choice words becomes the baddest baddie the Thundercats have ever faced. Of course, in reality they usually beat him pretty easily, but we're talking about my distorted childhood memories here!

This guy's been a long time coming, so I hope you like him. I like Mums so much that I also did a warm-up sketch, which I've included below. Enjoy!



Just like my heroic team shot, these dudes are part of a larger drawing I’m doing for fun. Next up... Ma-Mutt!.

Until then... "Thundercats HOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!"


Illustration © Joe Costantini


March 04, 2011

Fun Art Fridays: The Thundercats' Jackalman


Here comes Jackalman, the club-wielding (and sometimes mace-swinging) evil mutant jackal!

The evil mutants were the perfect examples of incompetent lackeys, and Jackalman here was no exception. These bumbling baffoons were always screwing up Mumm-Ra's evil plans. Speaking of Mumm-Ra, looks like he's up next!

Just like my heroic team shot, these dudes are part of a larger drawing I’m doing for fun. Remember to check back next week for Mumm-Ra.

Until then... "Thundercats HOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!"


Illustration © Joe Costantini


February 25, 2011

Fun Art Fridays: The Thundercats' Vultureman


Watch out for Vultureman, the I-have-no-idea-what-the-heck-his-weapon-is evil mutant vulture!

Seriously, this is the weapon that came with the toy, but what is it? Some type of bird claw on a stick? Or maybe a bird cage cleaner?

Anyway, like my heroic team shot, Vultureman is part of a larger team drawing. Again, I'll be posting each villain as I finish, then the whole image once it's done. Next up is Jackalman!

"Thundercats HOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!"


Illustration © Joe Costantini


February 18, 2011

Fun Art Fridays: The Thundercats' Monkian


Did you see the new images for Cartoon Network's Thundercats revamp?

I wasn't sure at first, but I think the new designs are growing on me. I'll have to reserve final judgement until I see the new show, but that news lit a fire under me to finish up my Evil Mutants illustration. So this week I'm posting my take on the mace-wielding Monkian!

Just like my heroic team shot, these dudes are part of a larger drawing I’m doing for fun. Next week I'll post my Vultureman, followed by Jackalman, Mumm-ra, his dog Ma-Mutt, and then the final team shot.

Until then... "Thundercats HOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!"


Illustration © Joe Costantini


February 16, 2011

Oh, The Places You'll Actually Go!


Here’s a “whimsical tale of mediocrity” brought to you by College Humor!

Oh, The Places You’ll Actually Go is a spoof of the classic Dr. Seuss story of the same name (sans the “Actually”). In the animation, our protagonist learns the harsh truth about what will happen to all of his childhood hopes and dreams. Even though the tale is a cynical one, we still had fun working on it!

2A! animated this short in Flash, with our pals at Snark Rocket producing!






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