Meet The Crew
Meet The Crew
Meet The Crew
Le Hang Whalen
Director
Le Hang Whalen
Director
Le Hang Whalen
Director
Le Hang “Leah” Whalen is a VietnameseAmerican visual development artist and biology enthusiast from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Her passion lies in creating thoughtful, well-researched designs and telling stories with heart. She is interested in all parts of the animation pipeline and loves learning new ways to bridge the gap between concept art and 3d. As an older sister to a disabled sibling, directing “Stone Lions Don’t Roar” was a labor of love which she hopes the audience can feel in every minute. Raised on her mother’s stories growing up as a refugee, she was inspired to tell a story that is culturally specific, but universally resonant with any viewer able to recognize themselves in the characters. When not drawing or dreaming up new film ideas, you can find Leah oilpainting, bird-watching, or trying to replicate her mother’s cooking.
Avery Stratton
Producer, Lighting & Compositing Co-Lead
Avery Stratton
Producer, Lighting & Compositing Co-Lead
Avery Stratton
Producer, Lighting & Compositing Co-Lead
Avery is a lighting and compositing artist from Asheville, North Carolina. She was always interested in the visual arts, doodling on the back of tests when lectures were boring and attempting the most ambitious projects she could in art class. From a young age, she learned the importance of color and lighting from her father, an interior designer always adjusting the lights to be perfect for every occasion, who taught her that lighting is what makes a scene feel just right and brings everything together. Originally coming to SCAD for 2D animation, Avery ended up finding her passion for 3D lighting and compositing early on and made it her main focus for every project she made, leading her to Stone Lions Don't Roar, a film with a colorful world where the lighting helps drive the emotional narrative and breathes life into every scene. She also developed an interest in the producing side of things while contributing on several student films, and worked alongside director Le Hang from the very beginning to bring Stone Lions from pitch to production. Outside of her work, Avery can be found spreadsheeting her entire life, making fanart, and curling up in bed with her cat.
Avery is a lighting and compositing artist from Asheville, North Carolina. She was always interested in the visual arts, doodling on the back of tests when lectures were boring and attempting the most ambitious projects she could in art class. From a young age, she learned the importance of color and lighting from her father, an interior designer always adjusting the lights to be perfect for every occasion, who taught her that lighting is what makes a scene feel just right and brings everything together. Originally coming to SCAD for 2D animation, Avery ended up finding her passion for 3D lighting and compositing early on and made it her main focus for every project she made, leading her to Stone Lions Don't Roar, a film with a colorful world where the lighting helps drive the emotional narrative and breathes life into every scene. She also developed an interest in the producing side of things while contributing on several student films, and worked alongside director Le Hang from the very beginning to bring Stone Lions from pitch to production. Outside of her work, Avery can be found spreadsheeting her entire life, making fanart, and curling up in bed with her cat.
Rebecca Otto
Co-Producer, 3D Animator
Rebecca Otto
Co-Producer, 3D Animator
Rebecca Otto
Co-Producer, 3D Animator
Rebecca Otto is a 3D animator with a passion for film and animal conservation from Dayton, OH. Growing up in a very military centered town, she didn’t always expect to lean into animation as a future career path, but after seeing how her busy family could always come together every time a fun TV show or movie came on, she knew she wanted to be able to give that gift to others. Rebecca wasn’t exactly sure what specifically she wanted to do in the animation industry when she got to SCAD, she explored a multitude of different options and early classes before landing on 3D animation. With her path chosen she was given the opportunity to work alongside the incredible team behind Stone Lions Don’t Roar, where she was constantly inspired by the passion and drive of her teammates, and ultimately got the chance to help co-produce the film. Rebecca found a love for the organization, collaboration, and problem solving that came with producing and hopes to continue producing in the future. When not animating, Rebecca can be found going to theme parks and her local zoo with friends.
Rebecca Otto is a 3D animator with a passion for film and animal conservation from Dayton, OH. Growing up in a very military centered town, she didn’t always expect to lean into animation as a future career path, but after seeing how her busy family could always come together every time a fun TV show or movie came on, she knew she wanted to be able to give that gift to others. Rebecca wasn’t exactly sure what specifically she wanted to do in the animation industry when she got to SCAD, she explored a multitude of different options and early classes before landing on 3D animation. With her path chosen she was given the opportunity to work alongside the incredible team behind Stone Lions Don’t Roar, where she was constantly inspired by the passion and drive of her teammates, and ultimately got the chance to help co-produce the film. Rebecca found a love for the organization, collaboration, and problem solving that came with producing and hopes to continue producing in the future. When not animating, Rebecca can be found going to theme parks and her local zoo with friends.
Bo Meredith
Character Rigging Lead, 3D Generalist
Bo Meredith
Character Rigging Lead, 3D Generalist
Bo Meredith
Character Rigging Lead, 3D Generalist
Bo Meredith is a rigging artist and 3D generalist from Austin, TX, a city known for its exuberant art and music scene, as well as its rapidly growing tech industry. Being surrounded by art their entire life, and hailing from a family of adamant movie lovers, they’ve always known what they wanted to pursue. Growing up and developing their skills, they developed a keen interest in the more technical aspects of creating art, and through that, they discovered their passion for Character Rigging. Working on this project allowed them to not only home in on their skills, but to also form connections with the rest of the team that’ll last a lifetime. Besides character rigging and making sure the tech team stays on task, you’ll find them in 2 states of being; getting roped into a long discussion about horror media, or sleeping way more than the average person.
Bo Meredith is a rigging artist and 3D generalist from Austin, TX, a city known for its exuberant art and music scene, as well as its rapidly growing tech industry. Being surrounded by art their entire life, and hailing from a family of adamant movie lovers, they’ve always known what they wanted to pursue. Growing up and developing their skills, they developed a keen interest in the more technical aspects of creating art, and through that, they discovered their passion for Character Rigging. Working on this project allowed them to not only home in on their skills, but to also form connections with the rest of the team that’ll last a lifetime. Besides character rigging and making sure the tech team stays on task, you’ll find them in 2 states of being; getting roped into a long discussion about horror media, or sleeping way more than the average person.
Hyukah Kwon
CFX Lead, 3D Generalist
Hyukah Kwon
CFX Lead, 3D Generalist
Hyukah Kwon
CFX Lead, 3D Generalist
Hyukah Kwon is a 3D Technical Artist from Haymarket, Virginia. Having an artistic, older sister enabled and inspired him to explore his own path of creativity from an early age. Encouraged by likeminded friends in school, he ultimately decided to pursue art professionally after a long ultimatum on his career. Initially, he came to SCAD for 2D Animation, but found an even deeper appreciation for the various creative and technical challenges provided by 3D. Due to a greater interest in learning all aspects of the pipeline, he pushed himself to understand each aspects of the program before settling on a concentration. While this enabled him to fill a generalist role in SLDR, happily supporting necessary positions in the project, he was primarily working as the CFX lead, where he was able to have constant communication with the fantastic animators of the team. Outside of work, he can be found neck deep in personal projects or spending time with close friends
Hyukah Kwon is a 3D Technical Artist from Haymarket, Virginia. Having an artistic, older sister enabled and inspired him to explore his own path of creativity from an early age. Encouraged by likeminded friends in school, he ultimately decided to pursue art professionally after a long ultimatum on his career. Initially, he came to SCAD for 2D Animation, but found an even deeper appreciation for the various creative and technical challenges provided by 3D. Due to a greater interest in learning all aspects of the pipeline, he pushed himself to understand each aspects of the program before settling on a concentration. While this enabled him to fill a generalist role in SLDR, happily supporting necessary positions in the project, he was primarily working as the CFX lead, where he was able to have constant communication with the fantastic animators of the team. Outside of work, he can be found neck deep in personal projects or spending time with close friends
Alexa Miars
Look Development Lead, Lighting/Comp Co-Lead
Alexa Miars
Look Development Lead, Lighting/Comp Co-Lead
Alexa Miars
Look Development Lead, Lighting/Comp Co-Lead
Alexa Miars is a Look Development, Lighting, and Compositing Artist from Waco, Texas. She has always had an awe for Creation and quickly developed a passion for making worlds out of cardboard and duct tape. She formed a habit of studying anything that inspired her- from psychology to history to painting- and eventually found out that creating animated films brought those interests together. Look Development and Lighting became an avenue for sharing the sense of wonder she has for the world around her. On Stone Lions Don’t Roar, she had the opportunity to develop a 3D style for the characters and environment as well as amplify the emotion of each scene through lighting. Every hair strand, flower, and rim light was made with a love for storytelling and a desire to inspire a sense of awe that sticks with audiences. In her spare time, Alexa enjoys spontaneous research sessions, creating whimsical paintings, writing stories with friends, and hiking in the rain.
Alexa Miars is a Look Development, Lighting, and Compositing Artist from Waco, Texas. She has always had an awe for Creation and quickly developed a passion for making worlds out of cardboard and duct tape. She formed a habit of studying anything that inspired her- from psychology to history to painting- and eventually found out that creating animated films brought those interests together. Look Development and Lighting became an avenue for sharing the sense of wonder she has for the world around her. On Stone Lions Don’t Roar, she had the opportunity to develop a 3D style for the characters and environment as well as amplify the emotion of each scene through lighting. Every hair strand, flower, and rim light was made with a love for storytelling and a desire to inspire a sense of awe that sticks with audiences. In her spare time, Alexa enjoys spontaneous research sessions, creating whimsical paintings, writing stories with friends, and hiking in the rain.
Cassandra Santa Maria
Character Modeling Lead, 3D Generalist
Cassandra Santa Maria
Character Modeling Lead, 3D Generalist
Cassandra Santa Maria
Character Modeling Lead, 3D Generalist
Cassandra Santa Maria is a character artist from Long Island, New York. Throughout her early career, she was very centered on drawing characters. Conveying a story through shape language in her character design. Coming to SCAD, she pivoted to bringing her designs to life from 2d to 3d, majoring in technical animation. From then on, she would not only focus on creating the characters in concept but also bringing them into a 3D space through digital sculpting. Being brought onto Stone Lions as the team's modeling artist was a big challenge to take on. She was not only responsible for modeling and retopology, but for bringing the concept artist's work to life. She worked in very close communication with the concept artists to create their visions in 3D. Throughout the film, Cassandra’s passion was driven by understanding what others see and idealizing it through digital sculpting. And if she isn’t working, she’s probably eating Dominos.
Cassandra Santa Maria is a character artist from Long Island, New York. Throughout her early career, she was very centered on drawing characters. Conveying a story through shape language in her character design. Coming to SCAD, she pivoted to bringing her designs to life from 2d to 3d, majoring in technical animation. From then on, she would not only focus on creating the characters in concept but also bringing them into a 3D space through digital sculpting. Being brought onto Stone Lions as the team's modeling artist was a big challenge to take on. She was not only responsible for modeling and retopology, but for bringing the concept artist's work to life. She worked in very close communication with the concept artists to create their visions in 3D. Throughout the film, Cassandra’s passion was driven by understanding what others see and idealizing it through digital sculpting. And if she isn’t working, she’s probably eating Dominos.
Sanika Godbole
Pipeline TD, 3D Generalist
Sanika Godbole
Pipeline TD, 3D Generalist
Sanika Godbole
Pipeline TD, 3D Generalist
Sanika Godbole is an Indian-American TD / 3D Generalist based in New Jersey. The intersection of art & technology has always been her inspiration and she is driven by wanting to understand the technical depth in each aspect of visual effects. She loves creating pretty pictures as well as building the tools that help achieve that, constantly trying to find creative solutions to technical problems. She aspires to continue working in an innovative, evolutionary environment alongside other artists who are equally passionate about computer graphics as she is! Outside of CGI, Sanika is a trained classical vocalist and you can find some of her vocals in the Stone Lions soundtrack!
Sanika Godbole is an Indian-American TD / 3D Generalist based in New Jersey. The intersection of art & technology has always been her inspiration and she is driven by wanting to understand the technical depth in each aspect of visual effects. She loves creating pretty pictures as well as building the tools that help achieve that, constantly trying to find creative solutions to technical problems. She aspires to continue working in an innovative, evolutionary environment alongside other artists who are equally passionate about computer graphics as she is! Outside of CGI, Sanika is a trained classical vocalist and you can find some of her vocals in the Stone Lions soundtrack!
Nidhi Jallepally
FX Lead
Nidhi Jallepally
FX Lead
Nidhi Jallepally
FX Lead
Nidhi Jallepally is an FX Artist from San Ramon, California. Nidhi’s art journey started at a young age when she began exploring various types of art, such as drawing, painting, and photography. Her love for storytelling made her especially interested in film and after watching the behind-the-scenes for her favorite films, she was captivated by how art and technology come together to create beautiful visuals, making her decision to pursue a career in animation easy. During her time at SCAD, she explored different aspects of the CG pipeline, including modeling, texturing, and lighting. Eventually, her love for technical challenges combined with the artistic aspects is what led her to pursue FX. On Stone Lions Don't Roar, Nidhi had the opportunity to explore stylized effects for the film, including the effects for the Wisp character. For Nidhi, one of the greatest parts about working on this film was the chance to work alongside such a talented and passionate team, who continue to inspire her as an artist.
Nidhi Jallepally is an FX Artist from San Ramon, California. Nidhi’s art journey started at a young age when she began exploring various types of art, such as drawing, painting, and photography. Her love for storytelling made her especially interested in film and after watching the behind-the-scenes for her favorite films, she was captivated by how art and technology come together to create beautiful visuals, making her decision to pursue a career in animation easy. During her time at SCAD, she explored different aspects of the CG pipeline, including modeling, texturing, and lighting. Eventually, her love for technical challenges combined with the artistic aspects is what led her to pursue FX. On Stone Lions Don't Roar, Nidhi had the opportunity to explore stylized effects for the film, including the effects for the Wisp character. For Nidhi, one of the greatest parts about working on this film was the chance to work alongside such a talented and passionate team, who continue to inspire her as an artist.
Christopher Balsells
3D Animation Lead, 3D Animator
Christopher Balsells
3D Animation Lead, 3D Animator
Christopher Balsells
3D Animation Lead, 3D Animator
Christopher Balsells is a 3D animator from Rancho Santa Margarita, CA. Growing up on dinosaur documentaries and Kaiju films, Chris has always been fascinated with the art of filmmaking and how artists push the limits to bring the unbelievable to life. This inspired him to purse the art of 3D Character Animation, something that would become his lifelong passion. The drive to create unique stories and make ambitious work is what inspired Chris to join the SLDR crew and help take on the role as one of the animation leads on the project. While animating thrilling fight scene shots and the Stone Lion were certainly major highlights to the film, for Chris, it was the opportunity to help tell such a rich story and work with an enthusiastic crew that he can call his close friends that was the truly special part of being on this film and something he will take with himself for years to come. When not on the job, you can find Chris enjoying some late night gaming, ogling over the latest Dino discovery or simply just animating a new idea that has sprung on him.
Christopher Balsells is a 3D animator from Rancho Santa Margarita, CA. Growing up on dinosaur documentaries and Kaiju films, Chris has always been fascinated with the art of filmmaking and how artists push the limits to bring the unbelievable to life. This inspired him to purse the art of 3D Character Animation, something that would become his lifelong passion. The drive to create unique stories and make ambitious work is what inspired Chris to join the SLDR crew and help take on the role as one of the animation leads on the project. While animating thrilling fight scene shots and the Stone Lion were certainly major highlights to the film, for Chris, it was the opportunity to help tell such a rich story and work with an enthusiastic crew that he can call his close friends that was the truly special part of being on this film and something he will take with himself for years to come. When not on the job, you can find Chris enjoying some late night gaming, ogling over the latest Dino discovery or simply just animating a new idea that has sprung on him.
Hannah Morris
3D Animation Lead, 3D Animator
Hannah Morris
3D Animation Lead, 3D Animator
Hannah Morris
3D Animation Lead, 3D Animator
Hannah Morris is a 3D animator from Lexington, Kentucky. From a young age, Hannah’s passion for animation grew from a deep love for art and storytelling, spending most of her childhood littering notebooks with drawings and daydreaming about imaginative worlds. As she grew older, she found inspiration in Disney films and the works of Studio Ghibli, developing a passion for story-telling and character-driven animation that ultimately led her to pursue animation professionally. Hannah’s bond with her little brother and experience growing up as an older sister made Stone Lions Don’t Roar an especially meaningful project to contribute to, making the opportunity to animate Chi and Em’s relationship a way to deeply connect to the film. Working on Stone Lions Don’t Roar gave Hannah the space to strengthen both her artistic and collaborative skills by learning what it truly means to be a part of a team. For her, the highlight of the film was the talented and supportive crew she was able to create meaningful connections with and learn from throughout the production. Outside of animation, Hannah enjoys playing guitar and rock climbing, drawing much of her inspiration from music and nature - which made Stone Lions Don’t Roar’s beautiful scenery and music a pleasure to work alongside.
Hannah Morris is a 3D animator from Lexington, Kentucky. From a young age, Hannah’s passion for animation grew from a deep love for art and storytelling, spending most of her childhood littering notebooks with drawings and daydreaming about imaginative worlds. As she grew older, she found inspiration in Disney films and the works of Studio Ghibli, developing a passion for story-telling and character-driven animation that ultimately led her to pursue animation professionally. Hannah’s bond with her little brother and experience growing up as an older sister made Stone Lions Don’t Roar an especially meaningful project to contribute to, making the opportunity to animate Chi and Em’s relationship a way to deeply connect to the film. Working on Stone Lions Don’t Roar gave Hannah the space to strengthen both her artistic and collaborative skills by learning what it truly means to be a part of a team. For her, the highlight of the film was the talented and supportive crew she was able to create meaningful connections with and learn from throughout the production. Outside of animation, Hannah enjoys playing guitar and rock climbing, drawing much of her inspiration from music and nature - which made Stone Lions Don’t Roar’s beautiful scenery and music a pleasure to work alongside.
Timos Stein
3D Animator, Look Development Artist
Timos Stein
3D Animator, Look Development Artist
Timos Stein
3D Animator, Look Development Artist
Timos Stein is a Hungarian-American 3D animator from St. Louis, Missouri. Growing up surrounded by artists, he developed an early passion for painting and illustration. Inspired by Hungarian animated films such as Son of the White Mare and Bubble Bath, Timos pursued animation at Savannah College of Art and Design, initially focusing on 2D before discovering a deeper passion for 3D animation. Timos was drawn to Stone Lions Don’t Roar for its ambitious character focused storytelling. During production, he had the opportunity to grow his skills in 3D character animation while contributing across other areas of the pipeline. Timos contributed to texturing, wisp VFX, and even some 2D effects work, combining his past experience in painting with his knowledge of technical animation. For Timos, one of the best parts of working on Stone Lions was being able to collaborate with such a talented and supportive team. After hours Timos likes to curl up with a good audio book and bake disgustingly sugary foods!
Timos Stein is a Hungarian-American 3D animator from St. Louis, Missouri. Growing up surrounded by artists, he developed an early passion for painting and illustration. Inspired by Hungarian animated films such as Son of the White Mare and Bubble Bath, Timos pursued animation at Savannah College of Art and Design, initially focusing on 2D before discovering a deeper passion for 3D animation. Timos was drawn to Stone Lions Don’t Roar for its ambitious character focused storytelling. During production, he had the opportunity to grow his skills in 3D character animation while contributing across other areas of the pipeline. Timos contributed to texturing, wisp VFX, and even some 2D effects work, combining his past experience in painting with his knowledge of technical animation. For Timos, one of the best parts of working on Stone Lions was being able to collaborate with such a talented and supportive team. After hours Timos likes to curl up with a good audio book and bake disgustingly sugary foods!
Mariangela Tapia
3D Animator, CFX Artist
Mariangela Tapia
3D Animator, CFX Artist
Mariangela Tapia
3D Animator, CFX Artist
Mariangela Tapia is a 3D Animator based in New Jersey. From a young age, Mariangela has always been drawn to art and creativity, encouraged by both her family and peers to continue pursuing it. After watching Ponyo as a child, she became fascinated with animation and wanted to understand how films and characters could be brought to life through movement and storytelling. At SCAD, Mariangela continued growing her passion for animation, exploring how movement, performance, and emotion can bring characters and stories to life. While working on Stone Lions, she also expanded her experience beyond animation by learning the CFX workflow and assisting with CFX under the guidance of her CFX lead. Outside of animation, Mariangela enjoys painting and cooking meals for her friends in her free time.
Mariangela Tapia is a 3D Animator based in New Jersey. From a young age, Mariangela has always been drawn to art and creativity, encouraged by both her family and peers to continue pursuing it. After watching Ponyo as a child, she became fascinated with animation and wanted to understand how films and characters could be brought to life through movement and storytelling. At SCAD, Mariangela continued growing her passion for animation, exploring how movement, performance, and emotion can bring characters and stories to life. While working on Stone Lions, she also expanded her experience beyond animation by learning the CFX workflow and assisting with CFX under the guidance of her CFX lead. Outside of animation, Mariangela enjoys painting and cooking meals for her friends in her free time.
Ryan Hong
3D Animator, CFX Artist
Ryan Hong
3D Animator, CFX Artist
Ryan Hong
3D Animator, CFX Artist
Ryan Hong is a 3D animator from Springfield, Pennsylvania. Despite animation not being a popular choice in his hometown, he first began learning it in high school in a photography class. Having become enamored with the medium, he chose to study animation at a higher level at SCAD where he was recruited to work on SLDR as a 3D animator. For Ryan, working on animation for SLDR has been exceptionally stimulating. Whether it be animating dramatic bridge shots, heart-pumping soldier fights, or grand entrances, it’s been the greatest stage for Ryan to put his skills to the test and play around with the medium. Beyond animation, Ryan’s eagerness led him to explore other aspects of the pipeline. Under the guidance of his CFX lead, Ryan learned the cloth sim workflow, becoming a CFX artist during the post-production part of the film. Outside of animation, whenever downtime finds him, Ryan avidly enjoys running, trying any and all foods, or spending time with friends.
Ryan Hong is a 3D animator from Springfield, Pennsylvania. Despite animation not being a popular choice in his hometown, he first began learning it in high school in a photography class. Having become enamored with the medium, he chose to study animation at a higher level at SCAD where he was recruited to work on SLDR as a 3D animator. For Ryan, working on animation for SLDR has been exceptionally stimulating. Whether it be animating dramatic bridge shots, heart-pumping soldier fights, or grand entrances, it’s been the greatest stage for Ryan to put his skills to the test and play around with the medium. Beyond animation, Ryan’s eagerness led him to explore other aspects of the pipeline. Under the guidance of his CFX lead, Ryan learned the cloth sim workflow, becoming a CFX artist during the post-production part of the film. Outside of animation, whenever downtime finds him, Ryan avidly enjoys running, trying any and all foods, or spending time with friends.
Celia Merino Sanchez
3D Animator, VFX Artist
Celia Merino Sanchez
3D Animator, VFX Artist
Celia Merino Sanchez
3D Animator, VFX Artist
Celia Merino Sanchez is a 3D Animator from Milpitas, California. Born in Madrid, Celia has experienced different cultures and lifestyles from an early age, deepening her curiosity and fascination for how people expressed their art. Since the first grade, Celia has been enrolled in at least one extra curricular art program or class, having the opportunity to explore different mediums and styles such as acrylic, oil, charcoal, 3D art, ceramics, and many more. However, the one medium that had fascinated her from the start was animation, making her choice of pursuing 3D animation at SCAD an easy one. Since being at SCAD, Celia has encountered many difficulties when it came to learning 3D Animation, but it was the opportunity to collaborate, learn, and push her creative limits that led her to join the Stone Lions Don’t Roar team. Working alongside such a passionate and supporting team has strengthened Celia’s confidence as both an artist and collaborator. Besides animation, Celia explored other parts of the pipeline, learning the workflow behind the wisp VFX, rendering, and anywhere else she could lend a hand. Outside of work, Celia enjoys playing volleyball, painting, cooking, and baking.
Celia Merino Sanchez is a 3D Animator from Milpitas, California. Born in Madrid, Celia has experienced different cultures and lifestyles from an early age, deepening her curiosity and fascination for how people expressed their art. Since the first grade, Celia has been enrolled in at least one extra curricular art program or class, having the opportunity to explore different mediums and styles such as acrylic, oil, charcoal, 3D art, ceramics, and many more. However, the one medium that had fascinated her from the start was animation, making her choice of pursuing 3D animation at SCAD an easy one. Since being at SCAD, Celia has encountered many difficulties when it came to learning 3D Animation, but it was the opportunity to collaborate, learn, and push her creative limits that led her to join the Stone Lions Don’t Roar team. Working alongside such a passionate and supporting team has strengthened Celia’s confidence as both an artist and collaborator. Besides animation, Celia explored other parts of the pipeline, learning the workflow behind the wisp VFX, rendering, and anywhere else she could lend a hand. Outside of work, Celia enjoys playing volleyball, painting, cooking, and baking.
Nhi Nguyen
3D Animator, Merchandise and Marketing Lead
Nhi Nguyen
3D Animator, Merchandise and Marketing Lead
Nhi Nguyen
3D Animator, Merchandise and Marketing Lead
Nhi Nguyen is a Vietnamese-American 3D animator from Charlotte, North Carolina. Fascinated by the arts at a young age, Nhi began her artistic journey drawing and consuming animated media, eventually leading to her pursuing animation as a career path. Joining the Stone Lions Don't Roar team was an amazing opportunity not just to push the limits of her 3D animation skills, but as an opportunity to connect with her culture and express herself through animation. It was a stimulating experience to aide in a film so close to her family's lived experience and very fulfilling to connect with family members and friends through this work. Working as merch led to many exciting opportunities for her as well, including the chance to design apparel. Having the opportunity to collaborate with so many skilled artists truly feels like a once-in-alifetime opportunity she is grateful for. Outside of animation, she likes gaming, baking, drawing, and going to the beach!
Nhi Nguyen is a Vietnamese-American 3D animator from Charlotte, North Carolina. Fascinated by the arts at a young age, Nhi began her artistic journey drawing and consuming animated media, eventually leading to her pursuing animation as a career path. Joining the Stone Lions Don't Roar team was an amazing opportunity not just to push the limits of her 3D animation skills, but as an opportunity to connect with her culture and express herself through animation. It was a stimulating experience to aide in a film so close to her family's lived experience and very fulfilling to connect with family members and friends through this work. Working as merch led to many exciting opportunities for her as well, including the chance to design apparel. Having the opportunity to collaborate with so many skilled artists truly feels like a once-in-alifetime opportunity she is grateful for. Outside of animation, she likes gaming, baking, drawing, and going to the beach!
Parker Warburton
Concept Artist
Parker is a concept artist based out of Los Angeles, California. Raised by a fashion designer and animator he’s always been surrounded by art and creative personalities. Competing in esports for most of his childhood, it became a no brainer that the next best thing to playing games, was making them! This sparked his love for concept art and visual development! Stone Lions Don’t Roar brought on a new and exciting journey of developing props and environments for a whole new magical world, with complex emotional characters. The most fulfilling part of the process though was the awesome connections, friends, and mentors that were made along the way. Outside of his work he enjoys playing sports, reading sci-fi/fantasy, and studying botany and horticulture!
Parker is a concept artist based out of Los Angeles, California. Raised by a fashion designer and animator he’s always been surrounded by art and creative personalities. Competing in esports for most of his childhood, it became a no brainer that the next best thing to playing games, was making them! This sparked his love for concept art and visual development! Stone Lions Don’t Roar brought on a new and exciting journey of developing props and environments for a whole new magical world, with complex emotional characters. The most fulfilling part of the process though was the awesome connections, friends, and mentors that were made along the way. Outside of his work he enjoys playing sports, reading sci-fi/fantasy, and studying botany and horticulture!
Raymond Van
Visual Development Artist
Raymond Van
Visual Development Artist
Raymond Van
Visual Development Artist
Raymond is a concept artist from Port St. Lucie, FL. As a child he was always indulging in animated media, over time developing a special interest in the work that goes on behind the creation and storytelling behind them. This growing passion for art and storytelling led Raymond to pursue a career as a visual development artist, leading him to an opportunity to work on the creatively ambitious animated short film Stone Lions Don't Roar. During the film's production, Raymond has contributed to the film's storyboarding, character designs, environment designs, weapon and prop designs, as well as texturing and matte painting. Outside of work, he is often enjoying his favorite shows and games, listening to music, or thinking about his own stories to tell.
Raymond is a concept artist from Port St. Lucie, FL. As a child he was always indulging in animated media, over time developing a special interest in the work that goes on behind the creation and storytelling behind them. This growing passion for art and storytelling led Raymond to pursue a career as a visual development artist, leading him to an opportunity to work on the creatively ambitious animated short film Stone Lions Don't Roar. During the film's production, Raymond has contributed to the film's storyboarding, character designs, environment designs, weapon and prop designs, as well as texturing and matte painting. Outside of work, he is often enjoying his favorite shows and games, listening to music, or thinking about his own stories to tell.
Nancy Zheng
Visual Development Artist, Digital Matte Artist
Nancy Zheng
Visual Development Artist, Digital Matte Artist
Nancy Zheng
Visual Development Artist, Digital Matte Artist
Nancy Zheng is a visual development artist from Shanghai. She loves to emphasize color within her storytelling and worldbuilding, often depicting natural landscapes in her work. Her journey through art school has led to an opportunity to work on the short film Stone Lions Don't Roar, in which she had a crucial role helping shape the visual direction by exploring the film's colorkeys, character design, asset design, environment design, and matte painting. When she isn't drawing, she can be found outside enjoying beaches and oceans, playing games, watching shows, or hanging out with friends.
Nancy Zheng is a visual development artist from Shanghai. She loves to emphasize color within her storytelling and worldbuilding, often depicting natural landscapes in her work. Her journey through art school has led to an opportunity to work on the short film Stone Lions Don't Roar, in which she had a crucial role helping shape the visual direction by exploring the film's colorkeys, character design, asset design, environment design, and matte painting. When she isn't drawing, she can be found outside enjoying beaches and oceans, playing games, watching shows, or hanging out with friends.
