10th Annual Vermont Animation Festival

Start: Friday, March 28, 2025 3:00PM
End: Saturday, March 29, 2025 10:00PM

2025 events include workshops for both beginner and experienced animators, a screening of student films, and an Artist Talk by our keynote speaker, Hayley Morris of Shape & Shadow Animation Studio in Vermont's Mad River Valley. Specializing in mixed media and stop-motion animation, she creates visually captivating stories that come to life through intricate textures, handcrafted details, and inventive storytelling. Her work spans a wide range of applications, including commercials, music videos, projection design, miniature fabrication, and short-form animation for both documentaries and feature films. She's had the opportunity to collaborate with clients such as MTV, Netflix, Sesame Street, and Burt’s Bees, as well as work with musicians like Explosions in the Sky, Iron & Wine, The Smashing Pumpkins, and Hilary Hahn - creating visuals that complement their music and creative vision. Saturday, March 29th, includes a full day of workshops for beginning and advanced animators alike, including: Storyboarding with Kevin Harkey, Stop Motion with Hayley Morris, Character Sculpting with Samson Fickes, Lipsync Animation with Ally Olsen, Analog Animation with Leif Goldberg. The day will conclude with a screening of selected animated films from 7-9PM at the Alexander Twilight Theater, followed by an awards ceremony and reception. You won't want to miss this year's event! Find the full schedule and more information at: https://www.vtanimationfestival.org/schedule