Aardman animation studio to celebrate 50 years of stop-motion

Aardman stop-motion animation 50th anniversary British animation Aesthetica Film Festival

The Bristol-based animation studio Aardman will celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2026. To mark the milestone, the Aesthetica Film Festival will host a guest programme and masterclass in York on November 6.

Founded in 1976 by Peter Lord and David Sproxton, Aardman has become a major force in British culture through stop-motion storytelling. The studio is known for iconic characters such as Morph, Wallace & Gromit, Shaun the Sheep, and Feathers McGraw. By remaining rooted in Bristol, the studio has helped establish the city as a significant center for creative production and animation.

Entities

Aardman · Aesthetica Film Festival · Bristol · David Sproxton · Peter Lord

Sources

Aardman at Aesthetica: 50 Years of British Animation, Storytelling and Stop-Motion Magic - Aesthetica Short Film Festival [www.asff.co.uk]

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