NIK RANIERI
Nik Ranieri is a renowned character animator whose work has helped define some of the most memorable performances in modern animation. During his time at Walt Disney Animation Studios, he brought to life iconic characters such as Lumière (Beauty and the Beast), Meeko (Pocahontas), Hades (Hercules), and Kuzco (The Emperor’s New Groove), showcasing a mastery of expressive acting and comedic timing.
With a career spanning both traditional hand-drawn and CG animation, Ranieri is known for his ability to push personality, clarity, and performance in every shot. His work has earned him multiple honors, including two Annie Awards for Outstanding Character Animation and an Emmy Award.
Blending decades of professional experience with a deep understanding of character and storytelling, Ranieri offers invaluable insight into the craft making him an ideal mentor for animators looking to elevate their skills and bring more life and intention into their work.
Animating A Scramble: Chaos With Clarity
COMING SOON
In the Animating A Scramble: Chaos With Clarity lecture at The Art Club, we explore how to create dynamic, high-energy scramble animation where motion feels chaotic but remains clear and controlled. You’ll learn how to think through motion from the character’s perspective and build purposeful, readable animation from roughs to tie-downs. We break down key principles like timing, spacing, and readability, and how to guide the viewer through complex movement with clarity.
By the end, you’ll know how to build, refine, and resolve a scramble animation that feels intentional and impactful.