Chromacolour

From the dojo to the animation desk, Karen Kelly captures the raw energy of movement. Explore how this "Old Skool" animator uses traditional techniques and Japanese inspiration to create action-packed art that truly kicks.

Before they were gallery-worthy collectibles, animation cels were considered office waste. We explore the chaotic history of studio "cel parties," why millions ended up in the skip, and why the few that survived are now true treasures.

Happy Donald Duck Day! Today we are looking back at the golden era of hand-painted cel animation to explore how a short-fused duck with a classic sailor suit became an ironic, deeply relatable icon of modern pop culture.