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Social media has significantly transformed how we access and engage with animation in many key areas. In reshaping the landscape of animation it is making it more accessible, interactive, and diverse, while also creating new opportunities for both creators and audiences.
In this insightful interview series, some of the top animators from TikTok and YouTube share their unique journeys and discuss how social media is reshaping the animation industry. From building global audiences to creating content independently, these creators explore the impact of platforms like TikTok and YouTube on accessibility, creativity, and community engagement. They also reflect on the evolution of animation in the digital age, how they've adapted to the fast-paced world of social media, and the new opportunities it provides for artists worldwide. A must-watch for aspiring animators and fans of digital creativity!
Renowned stop-motion and claymation artist Khrysta Lloren, also known as NOFAC3, has been creating captivating music videos and exploring short films, and their evolution as an artist has included mastering tools like ToonBoom and Blender to fuel their creative growth.
Discover Khrys' thoughtful take on the intersection of art, AI, and social media, as they transform platforms from personal diaries into professional portfolios while maintaining mental well-being. Through exercise, meditation, and goal setting, Khrys balances the demands of a modern creative career with authenticity and care.
Khrys also highlights the timeless charm of stop-motion animation and the importance of community in the art world and their insights are a must for anyone passionate about animation, storytelling, and embracing the creative journey.
Image Credit: © 2024 Khrysta Lloren. All Rights Reserved.
SPEAKER
Khrysta Lloren
Creative Director // NOFAC3
Khrysta Lloren, also known as NOFAC3, is a Filipino stop-motion animator based in Vancouver, British Columbia.
Holding a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Alberta University of the Arts. Their multidisciplinary practice encompasses clay animation, hyperrealistic paintings, art installations, digital art, and film.
Their artistic endeavors are characterized by a profound exploration of surrealist elements, psychological horror themes, and the nuanced expression of queer identity through the diverse medium of multimedia art.
Website // Instagram // TikTok // YouTube
MODERATORS
Alice Roncier
Independent Producer & Director // Studio Neera
Alice Roncier/APPi (they/them) is a French filmmaker based in Vancouver, Canada. They co-founded Studio Neera in January 2024.
Their first 2D animated short, Razor Ruckus, won Best Director's Prize at SPARK Animation Festival 2024
Website // Instagram // LinkedIn
Noushin Emami
Independent Producer, Writer, Director & Co-founder // Studio Neera
Noushin Emami is an Iranian-Canadian producer, writer, director, and the founder of Neera Animation Studio, established in 2023. Through Neera, Noushin and her co-founder Alice, focus on preserving cultural heritage and amplifying underrepresented voices by creating 2D animated stories rooted in folk traditions. Her work explores universal themes such as family, love, and identity, connecting with audiences across generations and backgrounds.
Her debut film, Razor Ruckus, won the Best Director award at the 2024 SPARK ANIMATION Festival, marking a significant milestone for her and her team. As the producer of Razor Ruckus, as well as upcoming projects like Carpet Weavers and WolfRabbit, Noushin strives to craft stories with humour, warmth, and cultural depth.
Social media has significantly transformed how we access and engage with animation in many key areas. In reshaping the landscape of animation it is making it more accessible, interactive, and diverse, while also creating new opportunities for both creators and audiences.
In this insightful interview series, some of the top animators from TikTok and YouTube share their unique journeys and discuss how social media is reshaping the animation industry. From building global audiences to creating content independently, these creators explore the impact of platforms like TikTok and YouTube on accessibility, creativity, and community engagement. They also reflect on the evolution of animation in the digital age, how they've adapted to the fast-paced world of social media, and the new opportunities it provides for artists worldwide. A must-watch for aspiring animators and fans of digital creativity!
Renowned stop-motion and claymation artist Khrysta Lloren, also known as NOFAC3, has been creating captivating music videos and exploring short films, and their evolution as an artist has included mastering tools like ToonBoom and Blender to fuel their creative growth.
Discover Khrys' thoughtful take on the intersection of art, AI, and social media, as they transform platforms from personal diaries into professional portfolios while maintaining mental well-being. Through exercise, meditation, and goal setting, Khrys balances the demands of a modern creative career with authenticity and care.
Khrys also highlights the timeless charm of stop-motion animation and the importance of community in the art world and their insights are a must for anyone passionate about animation, storytelling, and embracing the creative journey.
Image Credit: © 2024 Khrysta Lloren. All Rights Reserved.
SPEAKER
Khrysta Lloren
Creative Director // NOFAC3
Khrysta Lloren, also known as NOFAC3, is a Filipino stop-motion animator based in Vancouver, British Columbia.
Holding a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Alberta University of the Arts. Their multidisciplinary practice encompasses clay animation, hyperrealistic paintings, art installations, digital art, and film.
Their artistic endeavors are characterized by a profound exploration of surrealist elements, psychological horror themes, and the nuanced expression of queer identity through the diverse medium of multimedia art.
Website // Instagram // TikTok // YouTube
MODERATORS
Alice Roncier
Independent Producer & Director // Studio Neera
Alice Roncier/APPi (they/them) is a French filmmaker based in Vancouver, Canada. They co-founded Studio Neera in January 2024.
Their first 2D animated short, Razor Ruckus, won Best Director's Prize at SPARK Animation Festival 2024
Website // Instagram // LinkedIn
Noushin Emami
Independent Producer, Writer, Director & Co-founder // Studio Neera
Noushin Emami is an Iranian-Canadian producer, writer, director, and the founder of Neera Animation Studio, established in 2023. Through Neera, Noushin and her co-founder Alice, focus on preserving cultural heritage and amplifying underrepresented voices by creating 2D animated stories rooted in folk traditions. Her work explores universal themes such as family, love, and identity, connecting with audiences across generations and backgrounds.
Her debut film, Razor Ruckus, won the Best Director award at the 2024 SPARK ANIMATION Festival, marking a significant milestone for her and her team. As the producer of Razor Ruckus, as well as upcoming projects like Carpet Weavers and WolfRabbit, Noushin strives to craft stories with humour, warmth, and cultural depth.
