Join Tomm Moore, Co-founder and Creative Director of Cartoon Saloon, for a one-hour presentation exploring his artistic journey and the role of drawing at the core of his work. Tomm will share insights from his experience as a director, storyboard artist, animator, and illustrator, along with his approach to visual storytelling and continued growth through making personal art.
Tomm Moore is an Academy Award®-nominated director known for The Secret of Kells, Song of the Sea, and Wolfwalkers. As Co-founder of Cartoon Saloon, he has played a key role in shaping some of the most celebrated animated films of the past decade. He continues to work across film and series projects while developing his own personal art.
Duration: 1 hour (May Run Longer)
No prerequisites required
All proceeds will be donated to Paws Animal Rescue
By joining this workshop, you’re not only gaining valuable insight, but also supporting a meaningful cause.
MY PROFESSIONAL JOURNEY: DRAWING AT THE CORE
Join Tomm Moore, Co-founder and Creative Director of Cartoon Saloon, for a one-hour presentation exploring his artistic journey and the role of drawing at the core of his work. Tomm will share insights from his experience as a director, storyboard artist, animator, and illustrator, along with his approach to visual storytelling and continued growth through making personal art.
Tomm Moore is an Academy Award®-nominated director known for The Secret of Kells, Song of the Sea, and Wolfwalkers. As Co-founder of Cartoon Saloon, he has played a key role in shaping some of the most celebrated animated films of the past decade. He continues to work across film and TV series projects while developing his own personal art.
Duration: 1 hour (May Run Longer)
No prerequisites required
All proceeds will be donated to Paws Animal Rescue
By joining this workshop, you’re not only gaining valuable insight, but also supporting a meaningful cause.
Dates
Wednesday - April 22
Time
9:00am - 10:00am PST
(Presentation May Run Longer)
Location
The Art Club - Discord: <https://discord.gg/TZb8wK292j> Green Classroom
FORMAT
The presentation is held on Discord
There is no seat limit
Students will have access to a live text chat during the presentation to interact with one another
Questions can be submitted throughout the session via the text chat
A moderator will review and present selected questions to Tomm
While not all questions may be answered due to time constraints, every effort will be made to address as many as possible
SPEAKER
Tomm Moore
Co-founder and Creative Director of Cartoon Saloon
Over Cartoon Saloon’s history, Tomm has worked as Director, Art Director, Storyboarder, Animator and Illustrator across a range of the studio's projects . Tomm has directed 3 universally successful feature films. All three were nominated for Best Animated Feature at the ACADEMY AWARD® The Secret of Kells in 2010 and the spiritual follow-up, Song of the Sea in 2015. His latest feature film “Wolfwalkers” which he co-directed with Ross Stewart received several prominent critics awards including LAFCA Award and NYFCC Award as well as nominations for a Golden Globe and a Bafta and wins in several categories including Best Director and Best Independent Feature at the 2021 Annie Awards. Both Song of the Sea and Wolfwalkers won the IFTA for best film while The Secret of Kells won best animation and rising star awards at the IFTAs.
Having completed the informal “Trilogy” of Irish folklore and history inspired films he is researching a new direction for the next cycle of features focusing on the Irish diaspora and its connections with other cultures . He is currently working as creative producer across several of Cartoon Saloon’s new film and series projects as well as refocusing on his personal art training , focusing on figure drawing and oil painting .
Tomm is a lifelong tattoo and comic book art enthusiast.
Tomm’s Credits
All proceeds from the Tomm Moore presentation will be donated to Paws Animal Rescue, supporting their ongoing efforts to care for and find homes for animals in need.
Paws Animal Rescue is an Irish charity founded in 1997, dedicated to rescuing abandoned and unwanted animals from high-risk situations such as overcrowded pounds. Through the work of their staff and volunteers, they provide medical care, shelter, and rehabilitation, ultimately placing animals into carefully matched, loving homes. They also play an important role in promoting responsible pet ownership through education and outreach.
Operating largely through public support, Paws rescues and homes hundreds of animals each year and relies on donations to continue this vital work.
By purchasing access to this workshop, you’re not only getting a seat in Tomm Moore’s presentation, but also directly contributing to a meaningful cause. We’re proud to support Paws Animal Rescue and invite you to join us in making a positive impact through this event.
Join Tomm Moore, Co-founder and Creative Director of Cartoon Saloon, for a one-hour presentation exploring his artistic journey and the role of drawing at the core of his work. Tomm will share insights from his experience as a director, storyboard artist, animator, and illustrator, along with his approach to visual storytelling and continued growth through making personal art.
Tomm Moore is an Academy Award®-nominated director known for The Secret of Kells, Song of the Sea, and Wolfwalkers. As Co-founder of Cartoon Saloon, he has played a key role in shaping some of the most celebrated animated films of the past decade. He continues to work across film and series projects while developing his own personal art.
Duration: 1 hour (May Run Longer)
No prerequisites required
All proceeds will be donated to Paws Animal Rescue
By joining this workshop, you’re not only gaining valuable insight, but also supporting a meaningful cause.
