A Closer Look at the Program’s Projects

Ventana Sur market in Buenos Aires, Argentina is buzzing with excitement as animators, supported by Ibermedia Next, are harnessing the power of digital tools to blend 2D and 3D animation, pushing the boundaries of creativity in their projects. One such project, “Agua Dulce” by Ana Ramírez González, has already created a buzz with its captivating Instagram teaser, showcasing the innovative use of technology in animation.

The impact of Ibermedia 2.0 will be examined in a panel discussion featuring key speakers such as Víctor Herreruela from Ibermedia, Jara Ayucar from Spain’s ICAA film agency, José Luis Farias from La Liga de la Animación Iberoamericana, and Guillermo Garma from Argentina’s INCAA film-TV agency. Another panel will focus on the influence of Ibermedia Next on creators’ work, with panelists from studios in Mexico, Chile, and Spain sharing their experiences.

Projects in Ibermedia Next 2.0 are pushing the boundaries of animation by combining 2D and 3D techniques to create visually stunning and unique storytelling experiences. For example, “Hanta” has been selected for Animation! Annecy Works in Progress, utilizing Blender for 3D modeling and animation to create a visually striking world.

The lineup of projects in Ibermedia Next 2.0 includes a diverse range of storytelling, from the stop-motion feature “Insectario: Despertar” by Sofia Carrillo to the animated docuseries “Ezkazu Souls” by Nicholas Hooper H. Each project showcases the innovative use of technology to enhance storytelling and create immersive worlds for audiences to explore.

As creators continue to experiment with new tools and techniques, the future of animation from Latin America, Spain, and Portugal looks promising. Projects like “Catwalk” and “Azul. The Last Seed” are pushing the boundaries of animation with their unique storytelling and visual style, captivating audiences and critics alike.

Overall, Ibermedia Next is paving the way for a new era of animation, where technology and creativity intersect to create groundbreaking projects that push the boundaries of what is possible in the world of animation. The future looks bright for animators and creators as they continue to innovate and explore new frontiers in storytelling.