The Animation and Visual Effects Team at LAIKA is responsible for bringing characters and stories to life through a blend of cutting-edge CGI and traditional stop-motion techniques. This diverse team of animators, technical directors, and visual effects artists collaborates to create visually captivating and emotionally engaging sequences, ensuring a seamless integration of animation styles that defines LAIKA's unique cinematic flair. Their work is essential in crafting the intricate visual elements that enhance the storytelling in films like "Missing Link" and other projects.
Aaron “Ari” Charny
Senior Roto/paint Artist
Adam Lawthers
CG Facial Animation Lead/stop ...
Bill Watts
VFX CG Rigging Lead
David Horsley
FX Lead
Fernando Rosendo
VFX Roto/paint Artist
Florian Perinelle
Lead Stop-motion Animator
Jp Schiller
RP Animation Jr. Technical Dir...
Olivia Olortegui
Animation Technical Director
Sara Spink
Lead Character Paint
Veronica Hernandez
Senior Roto/paint Artist