Eric Black has won several awards and citations for his art and animation. His creations have been called “mesmerizing.” Eric’s “Marcus Peblo,” was a finalist in the Atom films Animation Showdown. At hotwired.com his short, “The Race,” won praise and attention. To nobody’s surprise, Eric’s web site was a ”Cool Site if the Day” in 2003. In 2004 Eric worked on as the Assistant Director on an “urban” animation pilot for Spike TV at MTV Networks.

Eric’s first DVD, titled “The Marcus Peblo Saga: Mystery Gift,” is now available on Ebay.com It’s a compilation of his original award winning episodes and other work. Eric creates his own animations, as well as original music scores. The “saga” premiered at the Cinema Paradise Independent Film Festival in Hawaii and episodes were shown at the Rockon Festival in Texas.

At age 11, Eric won the Citibank Calendar Award in NY, and was interviewed on several TV shows, including Focus in New York and Straight Talk. At 13, Eric submitted his first picture book to a major publisher, and was encourages to send more work. At Art and Design High School, Eric’s Hip-Hop group signed a deal with a producer who had the #1 record in the country.

Eric earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts degree at SUNY Purchase. After graduation, Eric got an internship at a New York City film company, where he learned digital imaging and video editing techniques. He was soon assigned to do major work on TV commercials for companies like McDonald’s, Bally’s Total Fitness, and Bud Light.

Eric’s DVD project is the first launch of his Company Robotpegasys. His goal was to make a movie that was magical, with the air of “a puzzle.” He say’s it’s an epic theme that touches on “good and evil,” taking you on a journey from ancient times to the present. How good is Eric’s work? At comedic-genius.com, the webmaster says, “In the next few years, this guy is going to have folks like Disney eating out of his hand.” Eric modestly responds: “I just hope fans take a look at my work.”

Those who are interested in enjoying Eric’s art, cartoons, soundtracks and comics, you can visit his online Ebay store.