The legendary animator Bill Plympton has launched a campaign on Patreon, offering exclusive content for his followers. Additionally, his new animated film, Slide, will have a special screening at the Museum of the Moving Image (MOMI) on March 9th at 6:00 PM.
How Bill Plympton's Patreon Works
Plympton's new Patreon provides subscribers with exclusive access to unpublished material, from sketches and previews to master animation classes. There are three membership tiers:
Subscription Tiers
- Flooby Nooby ($2 per month): Receive a daily sketch made by the animator.
- Guard Dog ($15 per month): Includes animation classes, drawing POV videos, and the possibility of receiving personalized feedback on an animation from Plympton. Additionally, new subscribers receive a postcard with an original sketch.
- Strange Person ($100 per month): Adds access to pencil tests, exclusive previews of Plymptoons, and a personalized caricature instead of the standard postcard.
Slide, Plympton's New Animated Film
In addition to his new initiative on Patreon, Plympton will present Slide, his latest animated feature film, with a special screening at the MOMI.
Slide is a story inspired by classic westerns with a contemporary twist: a mythical showdown between a cowboy and a group of eco-villains seeking to destroy the idyllic Sourdough Creek to pave it over. The film maintains Plympton's characteristic visual style, combining his handcrafted animation with a surreal and humorous narrative.
Highlighted Elements of Slide
- Unique Aesthetic: Hand-drawn animation with Plympton's unmistakable style.
- Original Narrative: A western with ecological critique and absurd humor.
- Special Screening: A unique event for fans of independent animation.
A Unique Opportunity for Lovers of Independent Animation
Bill Plympton's Patreon and the screening of Slide represent an exceptional opportunity for followers of traditional animation and independent cinema. Through his platform, Plympton not only shares his art but also opens the doors to his creative process, offering subscribers the possibility to learn directly from one of the great masters of animation.
"An invitation into Plympton's world, where animation comes to life with every stroke."