Cuban creators are sharing animation knowledge with their Nicaraguan counterparts. Alexis Triana, president of the Cuban Institute of Cinematographic Art and Industry (ICAIC), announced at a press conference in Havana.
The executive emphasized that the goal is to continue and strengthen relations between this Cuban cultural institution and the National Film Library of Nicaragua.
The ideal is to develop skills in students and teach them the vast range of animation. Beyond the commercial sphere, stated animator Ivette Ávila in a video conference. She, along with filmmakers Aramis Acosta and Guillermo Ochoa, are teaching an animation workshop in Nicaragua.
Filmmaker Aramis Acosta explained that Ivette Ávila will teach stop motion techniques. While Guillermo Ochoa will teach 2D animation. Adding that there is enthusiasm in Nicaragua about what can be applied in the world of animation.
Last year, we hosted a group of students in these specialized workshops. There’s a lot of anticipation because the greatest interest in this type of relationship is trying to create a space. A group of gifted students who can continue the productions and portfolios when the professors aren’t there.
Ávila added that the goal is to leave a precedent and knowledge that can be expanded upon their return to Cuba. Since learning about animation requires training and discovery.
Ochoa also confessed that sharing his experiences with Cuban creators with his Nicaraguan students, who haven’t had direct contact with animation, is a magnificent moment.
Some have been familiar with the medium, but not specifically with animation. That’s why these workshops are based on the foundation, which would be traditional animation, he noted.
A year and a half ago, we decided to bring their heritage to them. Handing over the tapes in Cuba’s archives about that country’s liberation struggles. Moreover signing an agreement that allowed us to hold the second edition of these workshops, which we have expanded.
With information from CNA
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