Museum of Chinese in America (“MOCA”) and Crazy Talented Asians & Friends (“CTAF”) will present the CTAF Portfolio Review Workshop on Motion Design, Animation and Illustration on Saturday April 25th, 2026 at 2 PM, featuring a panel discussion on breaking into the entertainment and advertising industries, and an opportunity for a one on one reel review by volunteer professional motion designers, animators, VFX and compositing artists in the New York region. Due to limited space, pre-registration at Eventbrite is required on a first come first serve basis.
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Design and animation are integral for effective communication across all industries, from entertainment and advertising to media and beyond. There are many talented and highly skilled Asian American artists that contribute significantly to these fields, and this workshop offers a unique opportunity for students to learn from their expertise.
A group of professional Asian American artists and their friends are generously volunteering their time on March 29th to share their experiences and provide personalized reel reviews, offering valuable insights into applying design and animation skills in the commercial world.
The workshop will start with a 30-minute panel discussion on breaking into the advertising and entertainment industries, to be followed by a one-on-one review session of each participant’s portfolio reel.
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Pre-registration: Required on Eventbrite (Limited spots available)
Entrance fee: $5 (payable to MOCA at its ticket office in person)
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CTAF’s workshop, led by Gonzalo Janer, founder of Punchy Motion, includes a panel of industry experts who represent a broad spectrum of professional animation and visual arts experience.
Mentors (stay tuned for the final roster of industry experts)
“MOCA is proud to support the emerging artists in the community. This event aligns with our mission of illuminating and celebrating the rich contributions of our community and to inspire and connect all Americans. In collaboration with CTAF, we are thrilled to provide this popular workshop again, connecting generations of design and animation artists.”