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BadTwinZ
I was told by teachers: "You will not get anywhere in life by drawing and doodling"

...I later worked on award-winning animation shows. Won Festival Awards, and get paid to draw and doodle.

David @BadTwinZ

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Posted by BadTwinZ - April 30th, 2020


"Your focus determines your reality"


Yesterday was my last day at my customer service job. I didn't enjoy most of the time and already forgotten 90% of my days there besides my encounters with dickheads and drunks. Everyday, I was always thinking about doing what I wanted to do when I was a kid...


...Now after years of hardwork. Im working for a studio now. I can't say much as you'll understand, but this is the first "real" studio gig I got. I've mostly done freelance, festival and competition work (nothing wrong with it), but I've always wanted to be in a studio and work on something for television. Thanks to the pandemic, I'll be likey be working from home. But no biggie.


I wish a big thanks to the Newgrounds and it's community. You've played a part in me getting this far. It took many years to get it. I still believe Newgrounds holds better than YouTube for animators climbing the ladder.


Thank you. I can say so much, But for now...I'm going to take a short break and get ready for this.

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RESIDENT EVIL REANIMATED COLLAB


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Resident Evil collab is going dandy. Most shots have been claimed. If you or know someone might be interested in joining, then please, DONT WAIT! Shoot us an email at: reanimationcollab@gmail.com (Please link your previous work)


Shot list

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/19F3QIPmn3hk968_iT6KfW6sNMk2ERoL3yskbOoreowY/edit#gid=0


NG Post: https://badtwinz.newgrounds.com/news/post/1084336


RE Collab will have a trailer releasing soon so keep an eye out for that. But if you like to have a go with this then please join! Big thanks to @TomFulp for the promotion, it helped a lot!


AMAZING WIP by @AntonM


Thanks again, Newgrounds! Stay safe!


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Posted by BadTwinZ - March 30th, 2020


So the collab has been delayed by a month due to technical issues and the convid19 causing problems for a ton of artists. So I've pushed the deadline back by a month to help those who have been affected.


We are now planning to create a short trailer when a enough shots have been completed. It's going to be super cool.


We are still have shots available. Come participate and show off your creative, horror, gorey or humour side!

https://badtwinz.newgrounds.com/news/post/1084336


(We ask that people please follow the instructions. Send your previous works to the collab email, links and let us know which shot you'd like. We've had people work on shots that they weren't given or were already claimed. This has now happened a few times. I understand some want to join, but it sets off red flags and can cause a lot of confusion.)


At the moment, it's coming along!


Thank you and all the best


Shot done by the talented WES (somebody hire him)

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Posted by BadTwinZ - February 28th, 2020


RE_Animated Collab


Hello NG <3 just want to give an update of the Resident evil Collab. We still have plenty of shots available for people to grab.


https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/19F3QIPmn3hk968_iT6KfW6sNMk2ERoL3yskbOoreowY/edit#gid=0


If you're still interested. Please send an email to REAnimationCollab@gmail.com (with links to your previous works)


We are still reviewing several emails so please be bare with us.


While it's still in its early stages. I might ask an editor or someone who has run a collab in the past to confirm that everything is going smoothly. I think everything is, but I want to absolutely sure to prevent any problems for everyone involved...So if you or you know someone that might help. Please let me know <3


Rebecca done by TerrorByte

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Thanks a ton everyone.


DIDYOUJUSTSEETHERESIDENTEVILREMAKEGAMEPLAYOMGTHATSEWERFROGANDNEMESISLOOKSSOOOGOOOODDAAHHH


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Posted by BadTwinZ - January 31st, 2020


Hello Everyone


Im happy to announce that I'll hosting an animated collab. This time I wanted to do something different than the average spongebob or classic cartoons. This be the Resident Evil 1 FMV Intro from the Playstation One.


If you're interested in joining, please follow the instructions on the google doc link below. We have 65+ scenes up for grabs!


https://docs.google.com/document/d/1NDjM1STATCsxFOUONsJfTvTiQLJpnHQ9_XMammKu0Dg/edit?usp=sharing


Great chance to showcase new talent and unleash your horror, creepy, dark, corny, even funny side.


SIGN UPS END AT THE END OF APRIL!


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Send your previous work to REAnimationCollab@gmail.com


Peace!

https://twitter.com/re_collab


Here is the shot list

EDIT: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/19F3QIPmn3hk968_iT6KfW6sNMk2ERoL3yskbOoreowY/edit#gid=0


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Posted by BadTwinZ - January 7th, 2020


Wow.


Happy New Year and hope 2020 proves to be a great year for you all.


2019 was rough year for me. It started strong, but without giving too much away, family health problems has sent me in a deep depression. I stopped using twitter, facebook or any social media because it was making me feel worse and doing more harm. I just stopped using it and focused on myself and family. It forced me to cancel a holiday because I couldn't leave the house.


I took a long break and feeling a little better. I will be working on small animations here and there.


I got accepted in the Toon Boom Community MVP Program Late 2019 and have been helping people with questions about toon boom and promoting constructive discussion. I guess this could count as one of my 2019 new years resolution completed.


Animation. I've been getting better and slowly trying to do little pieces here and there. Here's a work in progress of a little Apex: Legends Animation for my reel. I might use this for this year Robot Day. Who knows.


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(WORKING Animated GIF Here)


I don't have much planned for 2020. I'll be looking at other area's while trying to slowly build myself back up. I cannot say that im 100% fine. I know this year won't be an easy one for me. But all I can do is try my hardest, but I might need some help.


Thank you for 200 Fans and I wish you all the best.


.- BadTwin

Twitter: @The_BadTwin


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Posted by BadTwinZ - March 24th, 2019


Howdy,


Well, I achieved one of my goals of 2019 already. One is to work on another studio series/project. Second is travel to two different countries. And the third...by winning in another animation contest. Every year I try win in something. Last year it was 2nd in the Newgrounds Summer Jam. Now this is for my Challengers & Victory Animation;


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You can watch it here on NG: https://www.newgrounds.com/portal/view/725512


It ain't lifechanging, but little acomplishment like these are really good for my health and mind. Knowing that I'm good enough for something...is something. I don't know. But im chuffed at this and happy.


So thanks for the love and support.


REanimated Project.


I might plan on doing a REanimated project with other animators on a small projecte. I got really jacked up and inspired seeing all theses reanimated and collabs popping up. I want to host one. Soon once I have everything sorted. I'll get thing arranged and send out a note for anyone to join. Animation and live action.


Soon, i'll send out a message and it'll be first come, first served on scenes


Thank you!


Twitter: https://twitter.com/DavidTheBudgen



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Posted by BadTwinZ - February 7th, 2019


Hello Again!


New Animation :O

I made a new cartoon for 2019 and you can view it here; https://www.newgrounds.com/portal/view/725512

Thanks a bunch! :)


PLEASE CONSIDER CHANGING OLD PASSWORDS

Once you've done that. I like to ask everyone to please make sure your projects security and passwords are updated; Google, dropbox, filezilla or whatever file sharing you use.


My friend studio got wind that their project was compromised recently. Meaning that someone outside had access to their movie files. Luckily, nothing has been tampered with and it seemed like they were after something else. It's maybe not a big thing of someone seeing your sketches and wip scenes. But when working with studios or clients, It can still be a terrible experience and could kill the project.


So just to be save, I recently just changed most of my passwords. if you haven't changed your password recently. Please do give it a second thought.


Future Collabs

As I'm busy looking for animation work, im currently hoping this year to work on lots of collabs and projects. Im currently working on Zeurel Freaky Fred Reanimated and i'm having fun working on something new with other talented people. It's great!


I want to do more. Maybe even organize one if artists and animators are interested...maybe a Resident Evil one :3


So please let me know! :)


Thank you and have a nice day!


FOLLOW me on Twitter!


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Posted by BadTwinZ - January 1st, 2019


I would like to wish artists, animators, game makers, musicians and everyone on Newgrounds...

...a Happy New Year!

This year for me has been an OKAY year;

  • I got to animate and work on an Italian series
  • Enjoy a lovely warm summer in London while at a Toon Boom camp
  • Get my first daily feature and my first contest win on Newgrounds (2nd Place Summer Jam)
  • Finally, do a lot more commissions than before. 

I say okay, maybe because December (before Christmas) for me was filled with shoplifters, robberies, a break-in at work (don't worry, that story is for another time.) So I'm still recovering from all that drama.

Well done to Newgrounds for hitting their supporter goal. This year we saw new and amazingly talented artists pop up. Seriously. So many super polite and amazing people that I met are truly the reason why this community is without a doubt, ONE OF THE BEST.

So overall, 2018 has just been okay.

My 2019 Plans are;

  • Work on another animated series this year.
  • Win another animation contest.
  • Travel AT LEAST twice to a different country (It'll be a bitch thanks to Brexit).
  • (BONUS) earn enough to quit my part-time job.

I'm currently working on something based on popular twitch games and esports. It'll be finished before Jan 31st. 

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I think Newgrounds is at the moment one of the best places for artists and creators to rise and grow. I don't know what the future holds or what difficulties that ALL OF US will face. But If we buckle down and keep a clear head. It will be a good year.


Thank you and Happy New Year to everyone!

(I'm close to hitting over 200 followers. I would really appreciate it if you could help me reach the goal)

https://twitter.com/DavidTheBudgen


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Posted by BadTwinZ - December 17th, 2018


Hello Newgrounds and Artists

LOOKING FOR ARTISTS

I have an opportunity for some artists. We are currently looking for some people to create some stunning character designs sheets, background art, designs, and concept art for a potential short film. 

I can't say much, but the show style is very similar to The Regular Show and Over The Garden Wall. We are ideally looking for people who could create stunning artworks that be helpful in visualizing the directors idea and offer guidence to artists and clients. If you can match the style then we'd love to hear from you.

If you are successful, We will get back to you and ask that you do sign a non-disclosed agreement. Then you'll be invited to our Discord group.

We plan on hiring animators in the future. At which I make another post and announcment about it.

You can post your work below here, links, with your rates (or on my twitter page as well))

Thank you!

https://twitter.com/DavidTheBudgen/status/1074588802780418048


Posted by BadTwinZ - November 24th, 2018


So I'm sure most of you know. Tumblr has gone through a recent change where several innocent accounts have been unfairly banned (I won't recycle what millions have already said). Now recently Twitter has also seen so many people just give up on the platform due to some recent changes.

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Twitter and Tumblr has now become this weird thing where freedom of expression and speech is slowly being censored. Anything that is considered "offensive" can lead to posts being deleted and accounts getting suspended or terminated.

Which is a scary thing. While a lot of people will say this is to "protect" others. I'm always thinking that the more you allow censoring and "protection"...The more grounds and freedom you're losing. I understand there is a line, but now it seems that we can see the point where it can get very...very dangerous.

"What? You want to let these people have a platform to say horrible stuff?" Yes. Because then you and I would know who is being a wanker.

In the UK alone. There is laws, that if you accidently swear or just fucking post rap lyrics online...can get you arrested. (no, Im not joking). The internet is one of few places where people are free to express their opinions. But now big websites are now slowly looking less appealing every week...Facebook, YouTube, and etc.

Except for Newgrounds.

I was watching one random artist with a small twitch following mentioned that his tumblr friends were switching to Newgrounds. Another animator on Twitter said that Newgrounds is where she was going back to. Whenever I turned to my mates/artists about the recent hiccups. Newgrounds would get brought up.

I believe this is true since @Tomfulp made a post welcoming new artists and creators on here. I've seen a massive spike in the portal with new content. Hell...Im glad to see some more weird stuff on here. Art, Animations, Music, and OPINIONS. I go on the portal and get to see some new and great work.

WEIRD IS GOOD. And it aint fucking offensive. Offensive is SUBJECTIVE. What offends you, might not offend the million others. What offends me, might not offend you or the other millions.

Im sure people would welcome these new artists and people with open arms even if what they do or say aren't in their good books. You don't have like everything but let them, be them. Plus I've met some really talented and awesome people. You might as well! :)

Just wanted throw my thoughts and my scary opinions out there!

Peace.

UPDATE: Okay. I didn't expect this to go bonkers.

In regardless to what some are saying. Yes. Context is damn near important to what the "offensive subject" is about. But even with the recent "Count Dankular Nazi Pug" case. The court judge said that "context is NOT important". Which is botth ridiculous and idiotic. Context is the backbone to everything and will determine if the subject matter should be worth removing or starting a stir.

I'm not fully blaming Tumblr for this. Someone spreading child porn should be not only banned but also fucking arrested. However, they're going at it the wrong way. It like that lazy school tactic of instead of punishing the ONE bad child...they punish the whole classroom. But also according to other accounts that they have been unfairly banned because one/or small group deemed that account offensive.

The way I look at is this; does that person who creates or say X in any way harmful? If not, Then I don't see why that certain someone should be silenced or stopped from what they're doing. Is really two imaginary characters doing some NSFW really the worst thing on the planet? Or someone having an idea/opinion that is different than yours really that bad? 

I have to get ready and deal with BREXIT for the majorty of my life. I'm spending time writing countless emails to my MEP to stop Article 13 from appearing and destroying the internet for EU. I'm supporting every possible causes to make sure that the National Health Service (NHS) in the UK doesn't crumble or become privitised. These are FUCKING real.

Some nobody on the internet saying nasty stuff or creating lewd art on the internet isn't and will never be my top priorty. And it shouldn't be yours either.
 


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