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The article recaps the top 15 Nicer Tuesdays talks of 2025, highlighting creative duos, multidisciplinary artists, and emotionally resonant presentations. It celebrates a year of events held in London, New York, and newly in Los Angeles, featuring designers, illustrators, and artists sharing insights into their practice and process.
The article previews a Nicer Tuesdays talk featuring Will Becher, supervising animator at Aardman, who offers an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the making of Wallace & Gromit’s latest film, Vengeance Most Fowl. The discussion, hosted by Liz Gorny, explores the meticulous stop-motion process and the enduring charm of the beloved clay duo.
It’s Nice That announces the first Nicer Tuesdays event of 2025, featuring talks from Aardman, From Form, and artist Cato. The February event will explore creative processes behind stop-motion animation, experimental campaigns, and cinematic painting. Speakers include Aardman animator Will Becher, From Form founders Ashley Govers and Jurjen Versteeg, and London-based artist Toby Grant (Cato).
The article celebrates the return of Wallace & Gromit with the new feature-length film 'Vengeance Most Fowl', marking the duo’s first major outing in 16 years. It explores the enduring charm of Aardman’s stop-motion craftsmanship, the creative process behind the new story, and the personal connections of creator Nick Park to the characters and their northern English setting.