Accomplished 2D Animators in Asia

2D animation ranks among the most popular forms of entertainment in Asia, especially among children and teenagers. The Asian culture has turned 2D animation into a full-blown industry; however, while the most accomplished 2D animators from Asia create characters and stories, the bulk of animation-industry employee's follow their creative direction.

Nippon Animation

The Japanese company, Nippon Animation, has worked on popular series based on famous literary works such as 'Anne of Greene Gables' or 'Tom Sawyer'. This company has worked closely with famous 2D animators, including Hayao Miyazaki and Isao Takahata. Nippon Animation has produced many cartoons that have met a certain success in the Western world as well. The skills of the staff at Nippon Animation appear in the quality of the cartoons and movies produced.

Studio Ghibli

The co-founder of Studio Ghibli, Hayao Miyazaki, remains perhaps the most famous Asian animator. He has directed movies such as 'The Castle in the Sky' and 'Princess Mononoke,' to cite a few. The entire list of the movies and cartoons released by Studio Ghibli might not sound familiar to most Western viewers, but most Asian viewers consider these cartoons as classics. The style and the attention to detail shows that Studio Ghibli has a team of talented animators behind its household name, Hayao Miyazaki.

Anime International Company

Anime International Company specializes in adapting comics to the screen. This studio has produced a large number of cartoons and TV series based on successful mangas. Their most famous productions include 'Megazone 23', 'Bubblegum Crisis' and 'Oh My Goddess!'

These companies have produced famous cartoons and hired recognized animators. The Asian animation industry seems saturated with talented individuals, whose apparent artistic abilities are reflected by their continued and increasing success.