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The Colorful World of Maurice Noble: An Artistic Mastermind of Animation Production

Maurice Noble was an American animation production designer who had a long and storied career in the industry. His work, which spanned several decades, was characterized by its artistic excellence, attention to detail, and its ability to bring animated characters and worlds to life.

 

Early Career: From Illustration to Animation

 

Maurice Noble began his career as an illustrator, but he soon found his way into the world of animation. He started working as a background artist at Warner Bros. in the 1930s, where he quickly established himself as a talented artist. Maurice Noble worked on many classic cartoons such as "Looney Tunes" and "Merrie Melodies" and his work was praised for its artistic excellence and attention to detail.

 

The Golden Age of Animation: Noble's Work at MGM

 

In the 1940s, Noble joined the animation studio MGM, where he would spend the majority of his career. At MGM, Noble worked as a production designer, responsible for creating the visual look of the studio's animated films. He was a key member of the animation team, working on films such as "Tom and Jerry", "The Tex Avery Show", "Droopy" and "Screwy Squirrel". His work was characterized by its artistic excellence, attention to detail, and its ability to bring animated characters and worlds to life.

 

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Uploaded on March 16, 2023