December 19, 2008
Opens: 7:00pm
Screening begins: 8:00pm

Co-Prosperity Sphere – 3219-21 South Morgan Street, Chicago, IL. 60608

The Animation Festival 2008 presents an eclectic compilation of visually stunning animated shorts. The screening will consist of a cross-section of experimental work being made by some of the most talented contemporary animators of today. They range from Chicago Underground Film Festival winner Martha Colburn’s violent and chaotic take on American culture, to celebrated Chicago filmmaker Jim Trainor’s darkly subversive visions, and the Canada-based Barry Doupe’s ritualized and dream-like world constructed in 3D landscapes.

A full list of participating artists include:

Lisa Barcy
Inga Birgisdottir
Sean Buckelew
Jude Chaplin
Martha Colburn
Shelley Dodson
Ryan Doherty
Barry Doupe
Erin Dunn
Lauren Gregory
Amy Lockhart
Matt Marsden
Steve Memmons
Seth Scriver
Thomas Suzimoto
Jim Trainor

The show begins at 7:00 PM with a gallery showcase of selections of original artwork from some of the animators, as well as music, popcorn and other concessions. The lights dim at 8:00 as the presentation of the animated shorts begins. The show continues after the screening with more music and drinks.

The Co-Prosperity Sphere is at the center point of Bridgeport’s burgeoning art scene, and holds monthly art shows as well as the annual art happenings Version Festival and Select Media Festival.

For more information please contact:
Casey Ellison
213 422-1448
Email for more information