DS readers in and around Melbourne, Australia should check out the upcoming Sound Librarian Recording Workshop at Docklands Studio. This FREE, all-day event, headed by noted Sound Designer Stephan Schütze, will offer a hands-on look at a number of useful recording and Foley techniques. The event will take place at an enormous, world-class sound stage, and attendees are … [Read more...]
“The Lost Thing”, Exclusive Interview with Sound Designer John Kassab
The Lost Thing is a beautiful 15-min animated short film based on the book by Shaun Tan, who is also director of the piece, along with Andrew Ruhemann. The film has won several awards, including an Academy Award for Best Animated Short Film. I have interviewed John Kassab, sound designer on the project, and responsible of giving life sound to the characters, places and all the … [Read more...]