When you draw that first picture, it is only the beginning of an immense journey. This is the start of the preparation stage of the film.- Hayao Miyazaki
Read Miazaki's entire essay on developing an idea for a film here. Extra Credit Reading Guide
ART308 STORYBOARDING FOR ANIMATION
308 READINGS, FILMS & PLAYLISTS
TOOLS/RESOURCES
NORM AND GRIZ-TIPS FOR STORY ARTISTS
PIXAR ARTIST LOU RAMANO'S BLOG