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So I’m a bit late on posting the October Cartoon of the Month winner, but this one is worth the wait. We had 5 episodes that ran in September, making them eligible for the October prize.
The October Cartoon of the Month prize comes from episode 145 and goes to the cartoon Hot Town by Fabian Dores Pais! Hot Town is a fabulous example of how simple, yet creative and well executed animation can take the cake. I had the chance to ask Fab a few questions about his cartoon and animation in general. Check out his answers below!

What inspired you to create “Hot Town”?

I was inspired by the music  called “Hot Town” by Fess Williams and his Royal Flush Orchestra. I wanted to work in the same way as the old cartoons based on the rhythm. I only listened to the music and some ideas appears in my mind.What techniques did you use to create it, and about how long did it take?

What techniques did you use to create it, and about how long did it take?

For Hot Town my goal was to use different techniques in the same project, there are some traditional 2D, stop motion, wall paint, projected drawings and other compositing. All of the movie was shot with my Canon dslr. It was a very long process.
I had a problem with the weather cause some sequences were filmed outside, and you know I live in Belgium and it’s a rainy country…damn.
It took me 2 months.

Can you name a few artists, animators or other creatives that influence your work?

I’m inspired by many artists like, Phil Mulloy, Bill Plympton, Ub Iwerks, Terry Gilliam, Matt Groening, Virgil Widrich and many more.

Any advice for hopeful animators who want to win Channel Frederator’s Cartoon of the Month themselves some day?

You know, I never followed animation school. I just learned slowly by myself and now I’m so glad to see so much feedback on my work. So I think everybody is able to win a prize, you must be only patient and believe in your work.

What did you have for lunch today?

I ate french fries (especially not Mccain fries) with a “boeuf bourguignon”

Thanks so much for the great interview, Fab! Fabian will be recieving an exclusive prize pack of $100 in Channel Frederator Cartoon of the Month merchandise for winning. Special thanks go out to everyone who voted over the past month. On this day before election day, it’s important to remember that your vote really does count! Keep watching and keep voting! - Carrie