Here's a behind the scenes look at the classroom scene in the action!
Wednesday, June 22, 2011
Monday, June 6, 2011
"Ignite Change" Green Long Beach Promo Video is Up!
UPDATE!!! As of 6/9/2011 10:31 A.M.
The video is here! Check it out peeps! And be sure to ask yourselves, "What can YOU do to help save the planet?"
The video is here! Check it out peeps! And be sure to ask yourselves, "What can YOU do to help save the planet?"
In this short/promotional video we collaborated with Green Long Beach! to bring
you a segment about the importance of preserving our resources and cleaning up
our carbon footprints. All it takes is for one person to "ignite" and find a way to
contribute and empower others to do take action by simply taking action!
Introducing a new neighborhood in Cool Town! This is just a sneak peek at a few characters and set pieces from our upcoming video "Ignite Change" for the Green Long Beach Festival happening on June 11th 2011. The video will be posted at the end of the week so be sure to check back for it. Some of the sets that we built may not make the cut for this video, but will certainly be in our future projects, including short sketches and glimpses into "The Suburbs"! More photos to come and please feel free to comment....we loooooove to hear from our viewers!
Scroll down for more info on the Green Long Beach Festival!
Remember these days? Class Photo!
Thursday, June 2, 2011
"The Notorious 101" is finally available for viewing!
It's finally here and ready to watch! Our latest collaborative project with Umbrella House Productions, "The Notorious 101" is a spec-spot for Tongal.com's Brisk Ice Tea Video Competition. Co-Directors, Carol Ras- of Cool Town & Greg Whitehead of Umbrella House, saw this challenge as an opportunity to finally work alongside one another as Directors. And, this is only the beginning of many future collaborations!
About the Contest:
The contest brief is to create a video between 30-60 seconds long demonstrating what we felt needed to be more "Brisk" is Life. The idea that spawned was a no-brainer being that both productions are Los Angeles based and know much about the chaotic, hot-mess-of-a-traffic-system we so graciously love to half-heartedly tan in. So, naturally and immediately, this became the concept that we kicked into gear and began developing.
And, unlike the traditional Cool Towners, these characters have FACES--WHOA!!! Is this a new realm for Cool Town? Possibly. But nonetheless, the faceless characters are somewhat of a trademark, however, that won't stop us from exploring and taking you in different parts of this fictional world where there are characters with features and other strange, unique and rather unusual traits. Be on the lookout!
In conclusion, this project opened up a new chapter for us and we are truly stoked about taking our viewers for a new adventure!
WAIT!
Scroll down for some Behind the Scenes Photos!
WAIT!
Scroll down for some Behind the Scenes Photos!
Thursday, May 19, 2011
A Word from Liberty Layne!
Thank You to all those who voted for our Pepsi Refresh idea! We are truly humbled by your support, but we're not quite done yet---to be granted we need to be within the top 10 ideas in our tier and category. So please, please continue to vote everyday and share the link with your friends and family. Oh, and you can also 'Power Vote' for our idea using the code provided with a specially marked bottle of Pepsi (you can find this under the cap or on the packaging for cans) this could give us up to an additional 100 votes, which we could really use!! Your time and efforts have not gone unnoticed.=) Take it from Liberty and VOTE!! You're all officially, 'Fresher Than Cool'. ;) To vote for our idea go to: www.refresheverthing.com/fresherthancool (if you're using a computer, this link should take you directly to our page) *NOTE* If you're accessing the link via a mobile device you can search for us by category under "arts & music" in the 50K Tier. To help you better identify our idea, you will see a thumbnail of our current Facebook Profile picture (below) along with the name: Carol Rasaphangthong. Please let us know if you have any trouble voting. Thank you in advance for you continuous support! ;) -The "Cool" Team- P.S. Be sure to tune back in for more details about our idea! =)
(Current Facebook Profile Picture: Look for this thumbnail when searching for our idea!)
Friday, May 13, 2011
VOTE for our Pepsi Refresh Project!!!
Hey Everyone!!!
THIS IS IMPORTANT! Our idea to hold a "Fresher Than Cool" concert, that will be filmed for a future documentary, is a Pepsi Refresh Project finalist! Pepsi will give us 50K if you vote us to #1! So keep voting and spread the word. Select acts will play for a crowd which will vote for the prize winners. And there will be some nifty prizes! ;) Did we say VOTE? Go to:www.refresheverything.com/fresherthancool
We only have until the end of May to rank #1, so please take a couple of seconds (it literally takes 2 seconds) to cast your votes! Don't hesitate to retweet and share the link with your friends and family! I'd do it for YOU! ;)
Please also note that if you're logging in to vote from your mobile device that you can search for our idea under the "arts & music" category in the 50K tier and I believe it's on the fourth page under"Fresher Than Cool: Hold talent show for musicians..." and my name (Carol Rasaphangthong) will be on there as well. You can also vote by texting 106266 to Pepsi (73774) *Standard text messaging rates may apply. It's much easier to vote from a computer (it's 3 clicks and BAM you're done!). Thank you so much and please let me know if you have any trouble.
LASTLY: If you happen to purchase a specially marked bottle of Pepsi, be sure to look under the cap for a 'Power Vote' code and vote for us with it: www.refresheverything.com/fresherthancool It gives us up to an extra 100 votes with the code! Thanks to all who have Voted and spread the love! Your support has not gone unnoticed! Believe me, I'm monitoring! ;)
Thank you in advance for your time and support, I truly appreciate your efforts!
Best,
-Carol k. Ras-
& The Cool Team!
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
"Fresher Than Cool: Mic The Unheard" Ep.4 Highlights Abbey Scott!
Cool Town Claymation's newest segment "Fresher Than Cool: Mic The Unheard" highlights singer/songwriter, Abbey Scott. Read more about Abbey Scott below!
Bio:
Abbey Scott began her journey in pursing her musical career as a songwriter. Her ability to capture emotions and frame moments into words doesn't limit her to just inking them, but she would later discover her desire to sing them as well.
Her lyrics are refreshing and her music are both deep and energetic---from a unique concept to an obvious subject, Abbey's innovation shines. She is currently writing with other artists while compiling a demo of her own. She plans to shop her music for potential commercial usage---films, television, etc. as she continues crafting her artistry. Abbey is also hoping to do more shows. So, be on the lookout, whether it's sung by her or not, it's only a matter of time before you hear an Abbey Scott song hit the surface.
Trivia:
Abbey is also a Host & Reporter, Actress & Model. You can peep her Hosting Reel on her YouTube page or link to it from her website. (links below)
Abbey's Official Website:
Listen to more of Abbey's music here:
"Like" her Facebook Page here:
Cool Town is an innovative platform for creative artists to collaborate and turn a simple thought into something tangible-stop-motion animation that is entertaining, educational and visually stunning. We are looking for underground, indie, unsigned musicians in all genres who want to gain free exposure and add to their following. This is an opportunity to be headlined in our growing community; we'll conduct an interview, feature the artists' material and highlight the artists in their own personal segment we call "Fresher Than Cool" hosted by Cool Town's very own Claymation VJ's.
Email: cooltownclaymation@gmail.com for more info!
Email: cooltownclaymation@gmail.com for more info!
Thursday, April 14, 2011
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