trixiethurner

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Hi! I am a animator/illustrator/moving image-maker based in London.

About

Hi! I am a animator/illustrator/moving image-maker based in London.
I’m a recent First Class Graduate from Kingston University, with a BA in Illustration Animation.
My grad film ‘The Beacon’ is currently touring globally in film festivals.
• My specialism is 2-D and Stop-motion animation, focusing on blending digital and analogue processes. My goal is to create meticulously crafted films, which communicate the human experiences based on acute observation.
• I am patient, diligent and collaborate effectively in teams.
• I am highly proficient in Dragonframe, After-Effects, Premiere Pro and other Adobe software.
Please reach out if you’re interested in commissions or collaborations!

  • Joined May 2024

Projects · 6

Creating a multi-media animation to encourage a younger audience’s engagement with their ‘Manor House’ exhibit
• Skills used: Project lead, community outreach, rapid ideation.

Graduation Show Team: ‘Drumroll’ at The OXO Tower
Sourced venue, led fundraising initiatives, curating show, developing show identity (name and promotional materials)
• Skills used: Concept development, team leadership, commercial planning, negotiation

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital Artist Residency
Artist placement at CW+ finalist. Creation of visual signposting through printed motifs, exhibiting the collaborative spirit and supportive network provided by the hospital.
• Skills Used: Audience research, social design, visual communication, visual ideation, running
workshops.

National Film & Television School |Art Assistant
Following my successful contribution to ‘Dragfox’, I’ve been recruited to join a 2024 stop- motion production.

  • Production Designer

National Film & Television School |Art Assistant
Working as part of the production design team for ‘Dragfox,’ 2024, Dir. Lisa Ott. Bringing the production designer’s creative vision into tangible existence.
• Skills used: 3D Design, Model-Making, Technical Drawing.

  • Production Designer

Education

BA Illustration Animation · Kingston University2024
Foundation Diploma Art and Design · Kingston University2020

Certifications and awards

Distinction Foundation Diploma2020

Distinction in Visual Communication

First Class Hons Dissertation2024

Dissertation ‘Exposing Stop-Motion Animation: The Timeless Alchemy of Performance And Craftsmanship’

First Class Honours2021 – 2024

First Class Honours BA Illustration Animation from Kingston University. Including achieving a high first (A+) in both my studio and professional practice modules.

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