Isaac King

A rainy Spring day for our third “Living Frames: Animation for Ecology + Sustainability” workshop along the Humber River. 🌧️ 🌱 The budding shades of green came through as we explored and reflected on our material based animation practices through our relationship to different local flora and fauna. Thanks to SweetGrassRoots Collective for joining us! As our project continues to take shape @isaaaacking and I are excited to continue this @ocadugcca research with our wonderful student team: @ravayy @samuelwasserman @mehrakt @petersamanek @ocaduniversity @ocadu_experimental_animation #ecologicalanimation #sustainableanimation #humberriver #skunklettuce #springtime

A wintry start to 2026 ❄️ 💫

✨ Moltes gràcies a tots els artistes, comissaris i treballadores culturals, que heu format part de La Panera aquest 2025. La vostra feina, compromís i dedicació han estat imprescindibles. ✨ Christian Alonso, Maria Íñigo Clavo, Bárbara Fluxá, Carolina Caycedo, Colectivo Cambalache (Carolina Caycedo, Alonso Gil i Federico Guzmán), Estampa (Roc Albalat, Pau Artigas, Marcel Pié, Marc Padró i Daniel Pitarch), FRAUD (Audrey Samson i Françîcco Gayardo), Gabriela Bettini, Ignacio Acosta, Joana Moll, Left Hand Rotation, Marilyn Boror Bor, Marina Planas, Paula Bruna, Raúl Silva, Rosell Meseguer, Sandra Gamarra Heshiki, Seba Calfuqueo, Carlos Monleón, Asunción Molinos, Carlos Bunga, Ricard Ibernon (invisible) Irene Visa, En Serio, Christian Fernández Mirón, Núria Fernández, Alicia Santamaria, Carles Murillo, Lluc Mayol, Violeta Ospina, Gemma Paris, Almudena Lobera, Tiago de Abreu, Karlos Gil, Joaquim Bellvert, Eduard Trepat, Eulàlia Rovira, Editorial Brillo, Miquel Vila, Miguel Bustos, Elisa Munsó, Kneecap, Rich Peppiatt, Alex Salgado del Tarré , Oscar Sueiro, Pep Vidal, Laura Llaneli, Rosa Lleó, Isabel Banal, Bea Espejo, Caramba Agency, Patac Festival, Josune Urrutia, Jael V. Romero, Etna Miró, Laia Pulido, Miquel Vila, Glòria Picazo, Mikel R. Nieto i Arnau Blanch. L’equip de La Panera està format per @antonijovealba @annicia_red @helen_ay78 @carlos_mece23 @rosersanjuan amb la col.laboració de @mariona_montes @isabellazarogarcia @castillosanchezjoana @miquel_palomes @nataliavirgilimusicoterapeuta @ssisques @txus_montejano

This past weekend we exhibited the work made in our summer series at TAIS @tais_animation Thank you to everyone who came out. It meant so much to us to receive such warm feedback — it’s powerful motivation to host future programs like this one. Congrats to our filmmakers on their incredible work: @_risaie @sentient.pansy @thursdayiseveryday @francis_tomkins @stickymangos plus Fran and Penakee And thanks to everyone who participated in the collaborative sand animation! (see the last video in this post) To many more ✨

🏆 Best Canadian Short – Human Built the Biggest Nest A clever, insightful, and beautifully crafted short that explores humanity’s impact on nature with creativity and heart. This film stood out for its originality, visual storytelling, and its powerful environmental message delivered in such a compact form. Huge congratulations to the filmmakers! 🎬💚 🎥 Filmmakers: Submit now and grab the discounted fee while it lasts. Early films get more attention and a stronger chance of being selected. Ready to share your story? 👉 bceff.org #BCEFF2025 #HumanBuiltTheBiggestNest #CanadianFilm #VoicesForPlanetEarth

December 2nd is Giving Tuesday! We're launching this year's donation campaign with a video from Board Vice-Chair Isaac King @isaaaacking ! Here he is telling us why he volunteers to support TAIS 🤍 ➡️ Donate today on CanadaHelps (via our linktr.ee) or by going to tais.ca/donate Any gifts greater than $20 receive a charitable tax receipt. #givingtuesdaycampaign #givingtuesdayca #canadahelps

It was a magical evening of frame by frame cinema at the 19th Annual @tais_animation Showcase! 🎬✨♥️ Huge shout out to our Staff (@planet_zebtron , @art.stuff.by.charlotte ), Volunteers & Board (@ahmhig , @isaaaacking , @oshiniw , @unadigs , @getrichnever , @mgstopmotiongraphics , @felicitymorland , @eddolls_eddolls , @_aaron_long ) and Programming committee members (@rocket5cat , @gustavo_c , @eli.schwanz ), jurors and filmmakers (@cristalclear_ , @franciduran , @_em_bo_ , @suejeelee , @pisspisspisstits , SO MANY MORE FOLKS I HAVE TO FIND ON INSTAGRAM) for making this incredible evening happen. INSPIRED. 📽️🎞️🎆 #framebyframe #indieanimation #torontoanimation #tais #torontoanimatedimagesociety

BCEFF 2025-In Person Nov 04, 2025 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. PST VIFF Centre 1181 Seymour St, Vancouver, Canada ​ About the event ​​ 5:00 – 5:15 PM | Welcoming Remarks A warm introduction from the BCEFF team to open the night. ​ 5:15 – 5:20 PM | Humans Build the Biggest Nests A playful short film reminding us that nature’s best architects might just be us. ​ 5:20 – 5:45 PM | Penguins of the Point + Q&A A breathtaking look at the resilient penguins of the Falkland Islands—navigating predators, parenting, and the growing challenges of climate change, overfishing, and avian flu. ​ 5:45 – 6:25 PM | Society of Crows + Q&A Intelligence takes flight in this captivating story of cooperation and adaptation. ​ 6:25 – 7:00 PM | Intermission Stretch, sip, and connect with fellow change makers. 7:00 – 7:15 PM | Musical Presentation Live performance by Parmis Ataiee to recharge the senses and celebrate creativity. ​ 7:15 – 7:25 PM | Re:BC Presentation Exploring regenerative design and circular innovation across British Columbia. ​ 7:25 – 7:35 PM | UBC ENVR 400 Showcase Student researchers share fresh insights on environmental change and solutions. ​ 7:35 – 8:30 PM | Animal Pride + Q&A A joyful cinematic tribute to diversity, resilience, and beauty across the animal kingdom. ​ 8:30 – 9:00 PM | Intermission Refreshments and mingling before the final screenings. ​ 9:00 – 9:30 PM | Hope in the Anthropocene + Q&A Stories of courage and optimism from those confronting climate anxiety head-on. ​ 9:30 – 10:10 PM | Catapults to Cameras An inventive tale of human curiosity, innovation, and connection through technology. ​ 10:10 – 10:20 PM | Closing Remarks Reflections and gratitude as we close this unforgettable night. ​ Festival Pass: $45 in-person [Link in bio] $65 full-month online access ​Experience the power of film to inspire action, empathy, and hope.Together, let’s celebrate the stories shaping our planet’s future. Watch. Feel. Act. bceff.org #BCEFF2025 #EnvironmentalFilmFestival #VancouverEvents #VIFFCentre #WildlifeFilms #ClimateAction #NatureLovers #EcoCinema #Sustainability #RegenerativeDesign #UBC #FilmForChange #HopeInTheAnthropocene

FINALIST – BCEFF 2025 HUMANS BUILD THE BIGGEST NESTS Through playful animation and sharp observation, Humans Build the Biggest Nests explores the tangled relationship between humans and animals — from so-called “nuisance species” to beloved companions. By turning the lens on our own habitats, the film asks: who’s really adapting to whom? A witty, thought-provoking reflection on coexistence in a shared and ever-changing world. Short from Canada Directed by Isaac King BCEFF 2025 – VOICES FOR PLANET EARTH Online: Nov 1–30 | bceff.org In-Person Premiere: Nov 4 | VIFF Centre, Vancouver Over 30 environmental films from 14 countries — stories that move hearts, open minds, and inspire action. TICKETS AVAILABLE [Direct link in bio]. WATCH. FEEL. ACT. #BCEFF2025 #Finalist #HumansBuildTheBiggestNests #VoicesForPlanetEarth #EcoCinema #EnvironmentalFilmFestival #Animation #ClimateAction #WildlifeStories #Coexistence #FilmForChange #NatureStories #BCEFF #EnvironmentalAwareness

Congratulations to this year’s recipients of the 2025-26 BMO Microgrants from the Global Centre for Climate Action @ocadugcca . We are thrilled to recognize these full-time non-sessional faculty who have received micro grants for their sustainability research labs & projects : Ala Roushan, Faculty of Design Bill Leeming, Faculty of Arts and Science Cindy Poremba, Faculty of Arts and Science   We were also able to recognize and support the work of part-time sessional faculty for sustainability pedagogy development: Isaac King, Faculty of Art Cristal Buemi, Faculty of Art    Once again a big OCAD U congratulations to the successful applicants from this year’s call for proposals. @ocaduniversity

FREE FAMILY DAY Saturday, October 25th at the Paradise Theatre! Join us at 11:30am for coffee and snacks followed by a program of international short films. Arctic Shifts Directors: Anna Lindemann (United States // 10mins) Blu’s Directors: Rajesh PK (India // 9mins) Snow Bear Director: Aaron Blaise (United States // 11min) The Leap Beneath Director: Roman Willi (Switzerland // 4min) The Straight Poop Director: Sue Orloff (United States // 4min) I Dream About Colorful Earth Director: Will Kim (United States // 2min) Humans Build the Biggest Nests Director: Isaac King (Canada // 4min) Preserve our Culture Director: Edouard Kaltush (Canada // 5 min)