Animation Art in the Commercial Film, by Eli L. Levitan.

Animation Art in the Commercial Film, by Eli L. Levitan. 1960 hardcover. 128 pages, very nice condition.

A classic book explaining the ins and out of creating animation art in the commercial world. Includes planning, storyboards, production, backgrounds, character designs, conceptual illustrations, and filming.

Eli L. Levitan (1916-2003) was a self-taught, innovator, animation artist, and chronicler of the industry he helped create. He was a recognized authority and consultant on the subject of animation. His career began after high school as an apprentice at Max Fleischer Studios. He stayed for 17 years drawing Popeye the Sailor, Betty Boop and other favorites. When he left he was Director of Animated Cartoons. During WWII he worked for Paramount Studios and did extensive work in developing training films for the military. In 1949, when television emerged on the scene, he went to work for Transfilm, then the largest commercial television production company, as Director of Animation and Special Effects.