Summary

Brian McLean explores the intersection of art, technology, and animation by detailing how 3D printing revolutionized stop-motion filmmaking at LAIKA studios. Drawing from his childhood fascination with animation and a science fair project on persistence of vision, he describes how 3D printing technology allowed for unprecedented precision and creativity in crafting animated character faces. The transcript highlights how technological innovation can transform traditional artistic techniques, enabling unique, detailed designs that blend computer modeling with physical craftsmanship while maintaining the magic of stop-motion animation.