Even though the three of us came from different backgrounds, we were equally frustrated with the lack of diversity and representation in work environments – and all the complications that come with those.
This show is a strong celebration of the Punanimation ethos, with brilliant work from the likes of Daniela Uribe and Justyana Stasik set to go on display at Pocko.
Even within our minority group, we’re very aware that the majority of it is still composed of white, cis women, so there’s definitely a very long way to go still when it comes to diversity in animation.
Bee Grandinetti
With #visiblewomen currently trending on Twitter, it’s a good time for women animators to join forces with other under-represented voices in the industry and take on the ‘boys club’ feel of animation.