Will Anderson
Animator · Animation Director
In their own words
The challenge was collaging these different styles to make it look and feel like something that’s real and yet still magical within the shed at the end of the garden.
With Impulse Purchase it really was the definition of collaboration.
I’m very drawn to Blender’s open-source ethos: the sharing of tools, knowledge, and creative work so anyone can use, modify, and contribute.
It’s not about making the most perfect, polished animation – it’s about pushing limits, being surprised, amused, and involved in the process.
Articles & interviews
- 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.
- OK Go Releases Open-Source Music Video for Public Use
OK Go’s latest music video, 'Impulse Purchase', is a collaborative open-source project created with animators Will Anderson, Lucas Zanotto, and Blender Studio. Using Blender’s Geometry Nodes and real-time facial motion capture, the video transforms singer Damian Kulash’s expressions into playful 3D avatars. The project embraces open-source principles, allowing anyone to download, remix, and experiment with the video’s assets.
- Pictoplasma NYC Explores the Future of Visual Storytelling
Motionographer announces the return of Pictoplasma NYC, the 11th edition of the Berlin-based character design conference, taking place in New York in September 2025. The event will feature talks, screenings, and meetups exploring the future of visual storytelling and character creation in the age of generative technologies. It brings together leading artists, studios, and creative professionals from across the globe.