Steve ✦ Lowtwait

@Radrappy I haven't backed yet but I will. I'm sure there are more like me that will keep the momentum going. Congrats on this launch!

A little over 48 hours and we are at 218k!!! Let's keep cooking!!!! Have a look at our new stretch goals. RAT MUSICAL NUMBER LET'S GET IT!!!!!! #ClaraAndtheBelow

@TannanJB Agreed.

@Lowtwait An all out ban on using AI in for profit advertising would do a lot.

It's a win for artists in this crumbling world. AI remains a threat as it's still allowed to steal human-made art (often copyrighted) for its own regurgitation. But this is definitely a step in the right direction, legally speaking.

IT’S OUT! Head over to the Gorillaz YouTube channel now (link in bio) to watch the full film. This film is a true love letter to the golden era of 2D animation. We worked incredibly hard alongside Jamie Hewlett to make it as period-accurate as possible and, like all our projects, it was hand-drawn by an incredible team of artists. We even used a variety of practical effects in the film, which was a lot of fun to do. We had a brilliant time making this film and learnt a huge amount while studying the masters of the 60s and 70s. If you’ve been following the release of The Mountain, you know how special and meaningful this project is. We’re so proud to be a part of it and want to say a massive thank you to Jamie and Eleven Management for trusting us to tell this beautiful story. We couldn’t be prouder of the work we did together, and we're so happy to be sharing it with the world! #Gorillaz #THELINE #TheMountain

This is plain badass. The Gorillaz band/brand continues to create some of the coolest modern animation. This is a great teaser that makes me want more.

@kianamaiart Congrats, Kiana! A good life ahead.

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just had the best day of my life 💕

Ordered #ValentinesDay dinner/dessert through @DoorDash. The order took a long time to prepare. Busy night. I get it. Got pickup notification. Then got a notification the order was cancelled. !!! Called the restaurant. Confirmed it was picked up. What happened to our food?!

@AbeehaTariqArt Still here. Still figuring out what to make of it in the Musk era.

artist mutuals if you’re still using twitter and see this, reply/like so I can interact and see you on my tl more. we’re gonna build this tl up again brick by brick x

What makes art impressive to others is that it's made by a human being. Period. That's the essence. The only proof of hand-made art in an AI world will be a real-world, hold-in-your-hand piece of artwork. Make that, and you'll prosper. Start now.

AI will be responsible for raising the value of physical, analog art. Just watch. I can't wait to see the art market flourish against a wasteland of derivative AI imagery. Art industries will change, many for the worse. But I believe the overall trajectory will be positive.

AI is getting better at "art". We all knew it would. Artists, pick up pencils and paintbrushes. That's your defense. It's also your offense. I know you're used to digital tools but there's nothing you can't do. Physical medium is the future. Get in on it.

@GabyCVenegas So it depends on the studio who you think might receive the letter and what you write about. Sorry if that adds complexity but also, don't sweat it. In the end, your work is what gets you hired, not a letter.

@GabyCVenegas As someone who has hired artists, I never even see cover letters. I just look at portfolios for skills and potential. But I've only had this experience at Disney which is large and corporate. I'm sure the artist management department that vets portfolios sees the cover letters.

Does anyone have advice on writing cover letters for the animation industry?

@Radrappy I'm rooting for you and everyone involved. Animation is so collaborative and I'm excited to see you gather a team to make great work. Scrappy is how you get it done!

I am starting a studio! We are small and scrappy and have no money. Why am I doing this? Because the only ones who can protect art are the ones who value it. Disney using AI? Yuck. Netflix buying WB? Also yuck. In 10 years what is even going to be left.

@Radrappy So sorry to hear it. It sounds a looks like it would have been an engaging and meaningful film. You'll get your story out one way or another, if not this one project. I look forward to what's next.

Hi! Not the greatest news I was hoping to share but here it is. Hoping to bounce back hard this year though and will be announcing an exciting new thing tomorrow. Please look forward to it. More art below.

@mexopolis Speedy was one of my favorites from my childhood. Good on WB for putting the project under your care. I am excited to see it someday!

I could not be more excited to dance the Mexican Hat Dance with Speedy, such a legendary and iconic character! I can”t wait to share with the world the amazing and spicy dish we are cooking at WBPA.