Ross Green "Prehistoric Planet" Demo Reel

Ross Green Prehistoric Planet Animation Showreel from Ross Green on Vimeo.

Congratulation to Escapee Ross Green on his excellent work on "Prehistoric Planet" Seasons 1 and 2, created at MPC in London.  MPC is one of the UK's leading VFX houses, responsible for hits such as The Lion King and The Jungle Book.  Ross Green studied the Art of Computer Animation at Escape Studios.

Aidan Lonergan Rigger at MPC

Aidan Lonergan

Many congratulations to animation Escapee Aidan Lonergan for starting a new position as Rigger at MPC.

MPC is one of the UK's longest-established VFX and animation houses; responsible for blockbuster hits such as The Lion King and The Jungle Book.

Aidan studied animation at Escape Studios, broadening his animation skillset to include producing, modelling and rigging.   While at Escape Studios, Aidan contributed to a number of successful film projects, including producing the award-winning film "Joe".

Escapee Kiah Liwag Animator at MPC

Kiah Maano Liwag

Many congratulations to Escapee Kiah Maaño Liwag who has started work as an animator at MPC.

Kiah took our Evening Class in 3D Animation at Escape Studios, taught by veteran animator Michael Morgan.  Kiah is now working for one of the world's leading animation and VFX companies.

MPC is one of the UK's longest-established VFX and animation houses; responsible for blockbuster hits such as The Lion King and The Jungle Book.

Natalia Lichańska Animator at MPC

Natalia Lichańska

Many congratulations to Escapee Natalia Lichańska who has started work as an animator at MPC.

Natalia took our Evening Class in 3D Animation at Escape Studios, and also our Evening Class in Character Design.  Natalia is now working for one of the world's leading animation and VFX companies.

MPC is one of the UK's longest-established VFX and animation houses; responsible for blockbuster hits such as The Lion King and The Jungle Book.

Leonardo Bitti Animator at MPC

Leonardo Bitti

Many congratulations to Escapee Leonardo Bitti who has joined MPC as a junior animator. 

Leonardo took our MA in 3D Animation at Escape Studios, taught by veteran animator Lee Caller, and is now working for one of the world's leading animation and VFX companies.

MPC is one of the UK's longest-established VFX and animation houses; responsible for blockbuster hits such as The Lion King and The Jungle Book.

Webinar with MPC's Ross Burgess 15 Sept 2021

MPC's Ross Burgess

Join us on Wednesday 15 September for a "Behind the Scenes" webinar with MPC's Head of Animation Ross Burgess, who will introduce our students to developments at MPC Episodic, and explain how our students and graduates can take advantage of opportunities in the fast-growing animation industry. 

 
MPC Episodic has contributed to many animation and vfx projects including Star Wars: The Mandalorian, Pennyworth and Lisey’s Story, as demand for streaming content has created a production boom in the UK. 

There will be a Q&A to follow. Note that this event is open only to enrolled students at Escape Studios; you can sign up here. 

Giada Carnevaletti Animator at MPC

Giada Carnevaletti

Congratulations to Escapee Giada Carnevaletti who has started work as an animator at global VFX powerhouse MPC. 

MPC is one of the UK's longest-established VFX and animation houses; responsible for hits such as The Lion King and The Jungle Book

While at Escape Studios, Giada worked on two award-winning films: CandleWick and Moon Rockz, both of which have enjoyed considerable festival success.  Giada also worked at Escape Studios as a Studio Assistant.

Paolo Amadini Animation TD at MPC

Paolo Amadini

Many congratulations to Paolo Amadini, who is currently working as an Animation TD at MPC, joining many other Escapees at the fast-growing animation and VFX studio.

Paolo took our MA in 3D Animation at Escape Studios, where he directed the short film "Palindromo", which has won many festival awards.

MPC is one of the UK's largest and most successful animation and VFX houses, responsible for blockbuster hits such as The Jungle Book and the 2019 re-make of The Lion King. 

Paloma Zhu Animator at MPC

Paloma Zhu

Congratulations to Escapee Paloma Zhu who has started work as an animator at MPC Episodic. 

MPC is one of London's longest-established VFX and animation houses; responsible for hits such as The Lion King and The Jungle Book

While at Escape Studios, Paloma Zhu directed two award-winning films: "Hotel Aloha" and "Kiwi's Dream" and contributed her talent as an animator and art director to many others.  Paloma also worked at Escape Studios as a Studio Assistant, and also recorded video tutorials to our expanding Vimeo Channel.

Amanda Costa "Prehistoric Planet" Reel

AMANDA COSTA - Animation Reel 2023 from Amanda Costa on Vimeo.

We're delighted to congratulate Escapee Amanda Costa on her latest demo reel, showcasing some of her best work on "Prehistoric Planet" Seasons 1 and 2, created at MPC in London.  Amanda took our short course in Computer Animation at Escape Studios, taught by veteran animator Lee Caller.  After graduation, Amanda became a Studio Assistant at Escape Studios, and then joined Jellyfish Pictures and MPC.  

Escapee Ross Green Animator at MPC

Ross Green

Congratulations to Escapee Ross Green, who has started work at London VFX house MPC, responsible for hits such as The Lion King and The Jungle Book.

While studying the Art of Computer Animation at Escape Studios, Ross co-directed the award-winning VFX short "BoxBots", a short animated comedy about a boxing match between two plastic figurines, who must fight for the "World Plasticweight Championship".

Ross also contributed to many other animated films, including "Malloe", "Hotel Aloha", "Hat Shop" and "Pet Shop", all of which have gone on to win festival awards. 

Lucy Harris Animation Layout Artist at MPC

Lucy Harris

Many congratulations to Escapee Lucy Harris,  who has started work as a layout artist at MPC in London, having recently started her animation career working at Blue Zoo in London.  MPC is one of the UK's most successful animation and vfx houses, responsible for hits such as the 2019 remake of The Lion King and The Jungle Book.

While at Escape Studios, Lucy worked on a number of award-winning short films, including "March of the Potguins", which won a "Five Star Award" at the British Amateur Film Festival in 2020. 

In 2020 Lucy directed the short sci-fi fantasy "Over Under", which won "Best Animation" at the Flicks Festival and "Most Fabulous Animation" at the Animafantasia Film Fest. 

Emily Lim Animator at MPC Montreal

Emily Lim-Sarrias

Many congratulations to Escapee Emily Lim Sarrias, who is working as an animator at MPC in Montreal.

At MPC, Emily has contributed shots to multiple VFX projects, including Artemis Fowl - Time to Believe,  The Voyage of Dr DoLittle, and Call of the Wild.

After leaving Escape Studios Emily joined the Technicolour MPC Academy, on the strength of her strong demo reel and a follow-up interview, and soon found work as a junior animator at MPC in Canada.

Emily Lim Sarrias Animator at B-Waterstudios

Emily Lim-Sarrias

Many congratulations to Escapee Emily Lim Sarrias, who has recently landed a job on a TV series at B-Waterstudios. 

Emily Lim Sarrias graduated from Escape Studios and soon found work as an animator at MPC in Montreal.

At MPC, Emily has contributed shots to multiple VFX projects, including Artemis Fowl - Time to Believe,  The Voyage of Dr DoLittle, and Call of the Wild.

After leaving Escape Studios Emily joined the Technicolour MPC Academy, on the strength of her strong demo reel and a follow-up interview, and then found work as a junior animator at MPC in Canada.

Daria Zadecka Animator on "Prehistoric Planet"

Daria Zadecka 3D ANIMATION DEMO REEL 2023 from Daria Zadecka on Vimeo.

Check out the latest demo reel above from Escapee Daria Zadecka, who animated a number of shots for "Prehistoric Planet", while working at MPC in London.  Daria Zadecka took our Master's Degree in Computer Animation at Escape Studios, taught by veteran animator Lee Caller. 

Daria Zadecka Animator at MPC

Daria Zadecka

Many congratulations to Escapee Daria Zadecka who has just started work as an animator at MPC - one of the UK's leading animation and VFX production houses. 

Daria took our MA in 3D animation at Escape Studios, tutored by veteran animator Lee Caller 

Daria worked hard to polish her demo reel - the key to finding work in the rapidly expanding animation industry. 

How MPC Created a Digital Arnold for Terminator Genisys

He's back! As a digital double of himself

At the recent BlueGFX Expo at London’s South Bank, Moving Picture Company (MPC) Software Developer Marco Romeo talked about some of the recent work done by MPC on the film Terminator Genisys.  In particular, he described how MPC painstakingly rebuilt a digital version of the young Arnold Schwarzenegger (to do battle in the movie with the real Arnold), using a better facial rigging system with Fabric, and using new facial simulation research.

Here at Escape Studios we always recommend that our students attend events like BlueGFX Expo, and of course the upcoming VFX Festival in February 2016.   You never know who you will meet, and what you will learn about the latest technology in our industry.

Jordan Coles Junior Rigger at MPC

Jordan Coles

Congratulations to Escapee Jordan Coles who has just started a new role as Junior Rigger at MPC in London. 

MPC is one of the UK's leading animation and VFX houses, responsible for hits such as the 2019 remake of The Lion King and The Jungle Book.

While at Escape Studios, Jordan directed the award-winning short films "Death From Above" and "BoxBots". Jordan also contributed custom rigs to the award-winning short film "Hat Shop".

Maria Casanueva Animator at MPC Montreal

Maria Casanueva

Many congratulations to Escapee Maria Casanueva, who is working as an animator at MPC in Montreal.

Maria took our 12 week animation short course at Escape Studios and from there joined the Technicolour MPC Academy, on the strength of her strong demo reel and a follow-up interview, and soon found work as an animation artist at MPC in Canada.

There was a small delay while visas were sorted out, but now she is well on her way to a successful career at one of the world's leading animation & VFX houses. 

Jordan Coles to Teach Rigging at Escape Studios

Jordan Coles

Escape Studios is delighted to welcome back Escapee Jordan Coles to teach rigging at Escape Studios in January.

Jordan will be teaching our second year animation students the art of rigging on Tuesday January 10 and Thursday January 12th, giving our students an introduction to rigging, as part of Specialism Module CR5001.  

Jordan Coles has been working as a rigger at MPC in London.  MPC is one of the UK's leading animation and VFX houses, responsible for hits such as the 2019 remake of The Lion King and The Jungle Book.