Mareesa Sanchez: Animator Who Helped Build Ralph Who Broke the Internet
A successful animation career doesn’t bloom overnight. But with hard work, dedication, and a strong education, one can certainly grow. Academy of Art University alumna Mareesa Sanchez learned this…
Art School Alumni Help Aquaman Break Through the Surface
Not all superheroes grace the big screen. Aquaman’s wild action scenes and vibrant underwater sequences wouldn’t have been possible without its unsung heroes—the various art school alumni manning the…
From Animation Schools to Red Carpets: Wishing Box Makes the Film Fest Circuit
There's so much to gain from animation schools. Not only can students learn and develop technical skills, they can also find opportunities for professional success. Take for example Wishing Box, a…
WIA Group Mentoring for Students!
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Calling All Animators: GIPHY Film Fest Competition
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Working with Ryan Coogler: From Studio X to Black Panther
Director Ryan Coogler has been receiving a lot of attention from film-goers and critics alike for his work on box office smash Black Panther. However, before the wild success of Black Panther,…
GUEST SPEAKER: Hanna Abi-Hanna on Wednesday 4/18
Hanna Abi-Hanna, 2D Traditional Animation MFA Alumnus and 2018 Annie Award winner for Best Lead Animator for his work on "Cuphead," will be talking about his journey and giving animation demos.