Creating worlds for animated feature films takes equal parts imagination and research. Having created some of the most memorable worlds in films like DreamWorks Animation’s “The Croods” and the “How to Train Your Dragon” series, visual development artist Nicolas Weis shares hi...

With years of experience at top studios around the world, Ben Rush knows a thing or two about making animated films. Currently an animator on Pixar’s “Finding Dory”, Rush most recently was at Google ATAP on the upcoming Spotlight Story “On Ice” and developed the Beast characte...

We’re continuing our spotlight series on the professional artists who have taken it upon themselves to tackle the monumental task of creating a personal short film outside of the studio system. This week we sit down with Director and veteran Story Artist Cinzia Angelini to tal...

I came from Greece to the US at 17 for college. I attended USC for film classes and then transferred to CalArts to specialize in Animation.After graduation, I started working for Industrial Light and Magic back in 1998. I trained in computer animation there but wanted to focus...

Carlos Baena, director of the animated short film La Noria, is breaking new ground in the field of animation with his newest project. The independently produced animated film blends a strong personal story with a heavy dose of horror. Find out more about this team and their be...

Iain's exceptional command of human anatomy, character, emotional expression and visual narrative make him on of the most sought after artists working in the entertainment industry today.

La Noria is an animated short film directed by filmmaker/animator Carlos Baena and produced as an online collaboration with artists from around the world. Visit the Indiegogo Campaign page for more information about the film and how to contribute.

With over 12 years of experience, Pat Presley has done stunning design work on projects like “Star Wars: Clone Wars” and “Star Wars: Rebels”. Find out what inspires him in our spotlight interview.

Stunning concept work and spot-on sci-fi scenes. What makes Senior Concept Designer Joshua Viers tick? Gain insight into his process, his past projects and his unabashed love of Star Wars.