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10th

Pictoplasma
NYC

 
SEPTEMBER 19 + 20, 2024

 

 

This September, Pictoplasma — the leading character design conference from Berlin — returns to New York for its tenth anniversary US edition. Pictoplasma NYC presents the freshest talents, probes the workings of their creative mind, and offers the chance to learn from, be inspired by and rub shoulders with some of today’s most innovative and avant-garde artists.

IRL AND ONLINE TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW:

CONFERENCE

ARTIST TALKS & LECTURES 

Pictoplasma NYC presents 10 hand picked key lectures by the world’s most influential artists and upcoming talents, cutting-edge graphic, toy and game designers and leading animation filmmakers. 

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CONFIRMED
SPEAKERS 

ANIMATION SCREENINGS

Big screen psychedelic eye-candy … 

… and storytelling genius: Pictoplasma NYC presents a feature film length selection of 16 fresh animated shorts and experimental narration a far cry from family entertainment, featuring the latest generation of characters in motion, including work by Christopher Rutledge, Joe Bennett, Tobias Rud and Rachel Fitzgerald.

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  • 2023 / US / 00’27’’ Nate Milton

    Child Predator

    2023 / US / 00’27’’
    Nate Milton
    2021 / US / 01'14'' Joseph Bennett, Martin Starr

    Football

    2021 / US / 01’14”
    Joseph Bennett, Martin Starr
    2023 / BE, UK / 02’12’’' Jonathan Djob Nkondo

    Little Taste of Joy

    2023 / BE, UK / 02’12’’’
    Jonathan Djob Nkondo
    2024 / HU / 10’00’’' Bence Hlavay

    I Would Eat If I Could

    2024 / HU / 10’00’’’
    Bence Hlavay
    2023 / US / 02’00’’' David Gelfand

    Saw Dolphins Today

    2023 / US / 02’00’’’
    David Gelfand
    2024 / US / 09’44’’'Noah Mauchly

    Zeppo!

    2024 / US / 09’44’’’
    Noah Mauchly
    2023 / FR / 03’19’’' Elenor Kopka

    Timber Timbre – Sugar Land

    2023 / FR / 03’19’’’
    Elenor Kopka
    2023 / US / 04’00’’' Takeshi Murata, Christopher Rutledge

    Larry

    2023 / US / 04’00’’’
    Takeshi Murata, Christopher Rutledge
    2023 / FR / 08’36’’' Lucie Grannec

    Furrie

    2023 / FR / 08’36’’’
    Lucie Grannec
    2021 / US / 04’02’’' Kelly Schiesswohl

    Trichotillomania!

    2021 / US / 04’02’’’
    Kelly Schiesswohl
    2023 / IE, UK / 03’50’’' Rachel Fitzgerald

    Nightpay

    2023 / IE, UK / 03’50’’’
    Rachel Fitzgerald
    2023 / UK / 07’48’’'Greg McLeod

    Me and Burd

    2023 / UK / 07’48’’’
    Greg McLeod
    2023 / UK / 00’34’’' Frida Ek

    At Last

    2023 / UK / 00’34’’’
    Frida Ek
    2023 / DK / 13’00’’' Tobias Rud

    The Tobos

    2023 / DK / 13’00’’’
    Tobias Rud
    2020 / US / 01’14’’' Michael Buchino

    Boring Ghost

    2020 / US / 01’14’’’
    Michael Buchino
    2023 / IE / 09’50’’'Conor Kehelly

    The Final Nail In The Coffin

    2023 / IE / 09’50’’’
    Conor Kehelly

Portfolio Reviews

Networking & REVIEWS

 

Do you want to showcase your animation project or hope for personal feedback on your illustration portfolio, crave to hook up with “the industry,” or just get some advice by someone who might be able to help recalibrate your character project? 

Friday morning’s rapid-fire networking event grants conference attendees private face-to-face time with ten industry leaders, agencies, production companies and talent scouts, including the likes of Snyder, Hornet Inc., Buck, Jacky Winter, B&A and more.

Review slots are limited and pre-registration is required. Sign-up for all interested attendees begins at 5:30pm on Thursday (first conference day, first break) at the registration tables in the SVA Theatre lobby.

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  • HORNET INC

    Natalie Labarre + Dez Stavracos 

    „Hornet is looking for animation artists in all mediums who are passionate about their craft, eager to learn, and inspired by Hornet’s body of work. We are currently seeking artists of all disciplines, with a focus on Nuke compositors, CG Generalists, Motion Designers/ Animators, and Designers. Portfolios/demo reels on laptops or iPads are preferred over mobile sites.“

    #animation #characteranimation #dreamwithus #hellohornet

    BUCK

    Mercy Lomelin + Joe Donaldson 

    “At BUCK, we’re always on the lookout for individuals who love design and animation just as much as we do. We love seeing each artist’s individual point of view! What gets us really excited is seeing the liberties an artist takes, the unique decisions they make, and how they bend or break the rules to their liking.“

    #animation #motiondesign #brandingt

    SNYDER

    Christine Cavallomagno

    „SNYDER is a women owned agency representing illustrators and animators. We are based in NY and we seek to match our global talent with commercial projects and opportunities that put creativity first.“

    #illustration #animation #CG

    Jacky Winter

    Claire O’Boyle + Kabir Dugal

    „Jacky Winter is a global creative representation and production company. We’re always on the lookout for artists and image-makers who have a consistent, inimitable style, consistently push their craft, and inject their personality into everything they create.“

    #creativedirector #animation #advertising

    B&A

    Karol Wernek + Matthew Palizay

     

    „B&A is a premier global management agency renowned for its roster of talent spanning illustration, photography, and beyond. As part of the Great Bowery collective, B&A is at the forefront of curating innovative visual narratives, cross-studio collaborations, and world-class campaigns. We are on the lookout for trailblazing talent in illustration, cgi, animation and murals. We seek artists who have a unique voice that is applicable to editorial briefs, ad campaigns, and brand collaborations.“

    #illustration #cgi #animation #murals

    Final Frontier

    Claus Cibils 

    „Final Frontier is a visionary animation production company crafting design, characters, and stories in all styles and forms—always driven by beautiful things. Our ECD, Claus Cibils, is a Buenos Aires-born, Caracas-raised, and LA-based multi-industry-worldwide award-winning Executive Creative Director with over two decades of expertise, eager to meet the best new talent in the US.“

    #creativedirector #animation #advertising

    H+ Creative

    Hannah Stouffer 

    “H+ Creative is an artist representation firm and visual services studio, focused on the future of creative media through vibrantly executed imagery. We are proud to be a woman owned and operated boutique studio that represents a tight-knit roster of top-tier, diverse international artists. We love discovering new talent with a drive for creating visually stunning and engaging client work, alongside their personal practice!”

    #illustration #animation #type #2D #3D #creativeproduction

    ustwo

    Yuqiao Qin 


    „At ustwo, we pride ourselves on designing impactful digital products and experiences that deeply resonate with users. When reviewing your portfolios, we’re not just interested in the final piece, but in understanding the “why” and “how” of your designs. We have lots of experience working with tricky and demanding clients, so we will be looking for you to really sell us on not just the final output, but your process as well.“

    #productdesign #digital #playthinking #emotioncentric

    Titmouse

    Lily Pfaff, Rob Chandler

    „At Titmouse, we deeply value the unique artistry behind animation. We are particularly keen on discovering talents who excel in background design and paint, character design, color theory, and other design-focused facets of the 2-D animation. We are eager to connect with emerging artists at Pictoplasma who not only have a unique voice but also a keen eye for drawing and painting.“

    #animation #backgroundpaint #backgrounddesign

    PBS

    Cathryn Asip

    „The world is full of possibilities, and so is every child. Trusted by parents, caregivers and teachers, PBS KIDS is the #1 educational media brand for children. Through the power of media, our engaging characters help kids learn lessons that last a lifetime.“

    #animation #liveaction #mixedmedia

    Harper’s Magazine

    Maria Dubon 

    „Harper’s Magazine showcases thought-provoking and visually compelling illustrations that complement its literary bent. The magazine uses photography, fine art, drawing, and collage to captivate readers and enhance their understanding and enjoyment of the writing they accompany.“

    #illustration #editorial #conceptart #print

    Fast Company

    Mike Schnaidt

    Mike Schnaidt is an author, educator, and creative director, specializing in branding and editorial design. Schnaidt’s first book, Creative Endurance, is an illustrated guide to achieving your goals. Currently the creative director of Fast Company, Schnaidt leads a team of photo editors and art directors who create visuals for all platforms. Illustration is a major ingredient of Fast Company’s brand, and his team is always on the lookout for new artists.

    #illustration #editorial #conceptart

    Nickelodeon

    Cat Gulácsy 

    „We are a collective of creative people who dare to dream. We tell fun, playful and sometimes quirky stories where kids can see themselves and laugh with our characters. We are nice, we work hard, we help each other, and we love what we do! Our campuses of creativity, based in Los Angeles and New York, are designed by our artists for our artists.“

    #animation #nickelodeon #nicktoons

IRL

SCHEDULE

THURSDAY, SEPT 19

 

2:30 PM 

DOORS OPEN:

REGISTRATION

4 — 5:30 PM

LECTURES:
Helen Ratner
Mauro Gatti

6:30 — 8 PM

LECTURES:
Sarah Ann Banks
Jordan Speer

8:30 — 9:45 pm

Animation Screening
Best of

Pictoplasma 2024

FRIDAY, SEPT 20

 

11 AM — 12:30 PM

PORTFOLIO REVIEWS

1:30 — 3 PM

LECTURES:
Paul ANdrejco
Natali Koromoto

4 — 5:30 PM

LECTURES:

Lance Inkwell
Mumbot

6:30 — 8 PM

LECTURES:
Jon Key
Lorenzo Fonda

8 — 11 PM

GOODBYE DRINKS

TICKETS

 

IRL  (IN PERSON) & VIRTUAL (ONLINE) TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW!

 

VENUE

SVA THEATRE

 

333 West 23rd Street
between 8th and 9th Avenues
New York, NY 10011
www.svatheatre.com

Featuring two theaters, an elegant lobby and green room designed by Milton Glaser, the SVA Theatre hosts both intimate and extravagant events and has been home to red carpet premieres, awards shows, film festivals, and theatrical events.

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AND A HAND FULL OF ANSWERS 

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