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A hub of animation in the UK, we invite a selection of studios and practitioners to showcase their studios and what makes Manchester one of the nation’s premier animation hotspots.


A main staple of Manchester Animation Festival for years we have championed businesses across the North West, but this year we shine the spotlight on fledgling businesses under 5 years old that have been making their name in the region. Come and meet some of the most exciting emerging companies in Manchester and put your questions to them.


Featuring:


Toastie Animation - Billy Mpetha

Toastie Animation is a Manchester-based artist-led 2D animation studio. They focus on Character driven animation working in Social Media, Commercials and TV production. They were set up in late 2020 and currently operate with a small crew of freelancers with the goal to grow into a small and sustainable studio.


Purple Parasol - Ben Young

Purple Parasol Animation are a UK-based, 2D animation studio led by four young creatives- Larisa, Sean, Cheryl and Ben. They produce, direct, animate and design - collaborating with studios, creative agencies and with freelancers to produce high quality animated shorts, motion graphics, promotional media and other commercial pieces.


One6th Animation Studio - Baz Sells & Ben Jackson

One6th was founded in 2018 by a team of animation artists, filmmakers and producers. Together they create meticulously crafted, cinematic stop-motion animation, driven by thought provoking narratives and striking hand made aesthetics. 


Friend Party Studios - Adam Frith & James Lawson

Friend Party exists simply because they love animation and they love comedy. They even love the more serious stuff too sometimes. Friend Party are animators and writers, developing several high quality TV show concepts, while also helping artists and a range of companies and clients bring their visions to life.


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