Ainslie Henderson
Animator
In their own words
I went to visit [Mackenzie] one day and on one of the shelves is a strange little paper creature with a tail and a crown.
Articles & interviews3
- Will Anderson and Ainslie Henderson craft BBC’s eerie Small Prophets creatures
The article covers a Nicer Tuesdays talk featuring stop-motion duo Will Anderson and Ainslie Henderson, who discussed their work on the BBC fantasy-drama Small Prophets by Mackenzie Crook. They shared behind-the-scenes footage revealing how they created the eerie homunculus creatures that populate the show. The event took place at EartH in Hackney, London.
- Murugiah, Amber Weaver, Delali Ayivi, Will Anderson & Ainslie Henderson: Tickets now available for May’s Nicer Tuesdays!
It’s Nice That announces the lineup for May 2026’s Nicer Tuesdays event in London, featuring artist Murugiah, type designer Amber Weaver, photographer Delali Ayivi, and animators Will Anderson and Ainslie Henderson. The event will explore topics from surreal illustration and type publishing to Togolese identity and stop-motion animation for the BBC show Small Prophets.
- Marvel at the animated alchemy behind Mackenzie Crook’s Small Prophets
The article explores the making of Mackenzie Crook’s TV series Small Prophets, focusing on the intricate stop-motion and CGI hybrid animation created by Will Anderson and Ainslie Henderson. Collaborating with Mackinnon & Saunders, the team brought Crook’s eerie homunculi to life using handcrafted puppets, 3D sculpting, and compositing techniques. The feature delves into the creative process, inspirations, and technical challenges behind the show’s distinctive aesthetic.