FilmOffaly to host major Animation Industry Day
Creatives from the Midlands are preparing to gather for an exciting and innovative occasion to be held in Co. Offaly this weekend.
FilmOffaly, in partnership with the National Talent Academy for Animation, and the Birr Animation Residency, will be hosting a dedicated Animation Industry Day at Esker Arts, Tullamore on Saturday, February 28.
The event is designed to bring together creators, studios and emerging talent for a day of insight, professional development and networking opportunities.
This industry day will feature a variety of panels, talks, screenings and interactive workshops. Attendees will also have a chance to meet industry professionals one-on-one to discuss their projects and works in progress.
The keynote speaker will be Gilly Fogg - a BAFTA-winning director and Head Creative at Lighthouse Studios in Kilkenny. Other guests include Midlands studio Matchbox Mountain and concept artist Lily Bernard, who are also among those running workshops.
The packed programme includes panels on transferable skills in Animation, as well as the impact made by the long-running Birr Animation Residency. There will also be a chance to sign-up for a variety of afternoon training sessions and workshops including sessions on writing for animation, stop-motion animation and production design.
FilmOffaly’s Darren Lee said: “The animation industry is a huge part of Ireland’s screen economy, and we are looking forward to welcoming everyone for an event that should empower and inspire, as well as shed light on the animation talent on our own doorstep.”
To this end, animators and designers are encouraged to bring along their own projects and designs if they have them, as there will be opportunities to discuss their work during some of the workshops.
The Animation Industry Day will run from 10.15am to 5.30pm at Esker Arts, Tullamore. Admission is free but capacity is limited and early registration advised.
Full details and booking information are available on the National Talent Academy website at www.nationaltalentacademies.ie.