"The basic premise of the event is that hunters hunt rattlesnakes from the surrounding environment all across West Texas, and bring them into the roundup for the weekend. And during the roundup, these snakes are kept in a pit and then, one by one, beheaded and skinned in front of in front of audiences." - Elizabeth MeLampy Elizabeth MeLampy is a lawyer dedicated to animal rights and protection, and her passion for this work shines through in her latest book, Forget the Camel, the Madcap World of Animal Festivals and What They Say About Being Human . To research the book, Elizabeth traveled across the country, immersing herself in a wide range of animal festivals — from the Iditarod dog sled race to the rattlesnake roundup in Sweetwater, Texas. Elizabeth examines these festivals as revealing microcosms of our broader relationship with animals. Whether it's rattlesnake hunts, frog-jumping contests, ostrich races, or groundhog celebrations, these events reflect the ways humans use animals to express cultural identity, community pride, and historical traditions. Yet beneath the pageantry and excitement lies a deeper question: Is our fascination with these spectacles worth the toll it takes on the animals involved? With compassion and insight, Elizabeth invites readers to consider whether there’s a more ethical and empathetic way to honor our stories — one that respects both animals and the traditions they inspire. Please listen, share and read, Forget the Camel. It will be released on April 8th, 2025. https://apollopublishers.com/index.php/forget-the-camel/…
SWIM’s mission is to encourage and celebrate talented females making waves in various aspects of the motion industry by providing a platform for insight, inspiration, and community.
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Born in Milan (Italy), she developed an early passion for Fine Arts, Graphic Design and Animation. After graduating and earning a Bachelor of Arts in Digital Film Making through SAE Institute Milan and the Middlesex University in London, she started working as a freelance Motion Graphics Designer, Illustrator and Animator for multiple studios with …
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SWIM Season 02 Episode 04 - LIVE feat. Julia Iverson
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1:14:02On a bitter Saturday in February, the team gathered to discuss the latest on SWIM, from updates to new years resolutions. We also talked in detail with team member and co-host, Julia Iverson. Julia is a multifaceted motion designer in Minneapolis, Minnesota, who recently finished an animated short for Motionpoems entitled, “The Robots Are Coming.” …
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In today’s episode, we sit down with Anne Walker Farrell. She is an Animator, Storyboard Artist, Production Designer, Writer, Producer and Director of 2016 Critic's Choice Television Award for Best Animated Series Bojack Horseman. Yes. She has worked in nearly every department of television production throughout her twelve years in the animation in…
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