UCDA Design Education Summit: Hand and Machine

Chris Sickels, 3D illustrator and owner of Red Nose Studio based in Greenfield, Indiana, grew up on a small family farm where working hard was the only option, things had to be fixed with what was on hand. Now Chris creates 3D illustration and stop-motion animation with what is at arms reach here in his studio. Making his images come to life with textures, light and elbow grease. His illustrations and animations have been recognized by American Illustration, Communication Arts, and HOW. The Society of Illustrators has awarded three golds and a silver medal for both illustrative and motion work. The stop-motion animated films have screened at various festivals including Los Angeles International Short Film Festival and Montreal Stop-Motion Film Festival. Chris has also authored and illustrated The Look Book, and have illustrated the children's books Here Comes The Garbage Barge, The Beginner’s Guide to Running Away From Home, and The Secret Subway.

Established in 2007, Bluecadet is an Emmy Award-winning digital agency that creates world-class websites, mobile apps, interactive installations, and immersive environments. We collaborate with leading museums, cultural institutions, universities, and nonprofit organizations to educate, engage, and entertain.

Bluecadet is based in an 8,400-square-foot office and production studio in Philadelphia’s Fishtown neighborhood well as a studio in the Chelsea section of New York. In addition to working with distinguished clients around the world, we are proud to have created custom digital experiences for over 35 leading institutions in our hometown. Our process strikes an ideal balance between structure and creative freedom, with an emphasis on strategic planning and strong, sustainable solutions. We are approachable perfectionists who believe in the power of digital technology to surprise and delight people of all ages—changing the way we look at objects and information, encouraging shared experiences and exchange, and making learning more like play.