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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

Anddd thats a wrap on #AnimationIrelandMeitheal 2026! 🎬 Thank you to all the amazing, inspirational talented individuals who brought their creativity, passion and ideas to the Galway Bay Hotel today. Until next year a chairde. 🌟

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

Stretch it out! We’ve officially hit the midpoint of #AnimationIrelandMeitheal 2026. Time to step away from the screens, grab a coffee, and move your body. 🧘 Grab your caffeine fix and we’ll see you back in a few for even more inspirational talks! ☕

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

A full house this morning at #Meitheal2026!🌟 John Kelly shared brilliant insights on how to make an Oscar-nominated short with 'Retirement Plan.' 💻 Tech met story on our first panel of the day, with Tamsin Lyons, Francesco Siddi, Jonathan Mortimer & Ben Klimmek! Stay tuned for more after lunch 👀

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

Hello from #AnimationIrelandMeitheal2026! 📺 Ready for a brilliant day ahead at the Galway Bay Hotel. ☀️ See you all very soon. 🎤

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

Today is the day! 🙌 Enjoy the last of our programme announcements as we get ready to welcome attendees to this year's #AnimationIrelandMeitheal See the full line-up at animationirelandmeitheal.ie

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

A huge thank you to RTÉ Kids for sponsoring this year’s Animation Ireland Meitheal! 🙌 The support of our sponsors allows us to host essential conversations on the future of our industry. See you all in the Galway Bay Hotel tomorrow as we inspire the next wave of Irish animation. 🌟

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

Ready to improve your storytelling skills? 🎬 We are excited to announce that the incredible Elizabeth Waybright Taylor will be discussing All Things Development in conversation with Gilly Fogg tomorrow! Safe travels to all heading West, we can't wait to see you there! 🌊👋

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

We are thrilled to feature an incredible lineup of speakers, including Sherry Gunther Sugarman, Tamsin Lyons, Becky Friedman and Dustin Ferrer. 📺 Feicfimid ag #AnimationIrelandMeitheal sibh, Friday 22 May 🌟

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

Are you ready for Panel 2 at our annual Animation Ireland Meitheal conference? 🎙️ Join us in the Galway Bay Hotel on May 22nd to bring together experts for another session of collaboration and creativity. Check out the full programme on animationirelandmeitheal.ie. 🔗 #AnimationIrelandMeitheal

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

Ever wondered what it takes to get shortlisted for an Academy Award? 🏆 Join us at Animation Ireland Meitheal for an exclusive Bayside Chat with John Kelly and William Fitzgerald to hear all about the journey of Retirement Plan. Free tickets available on animationirelandmeitheal.ie. 📹

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

We are honored to have Sherry Gunther Shugerman joining us for Animation Meitheal 2026.📱 Don't miss your chance to learn from a true industry visionary in the heart of Salthill. Book your free ticket today on animationirelandmeitheal.ie 🙌 @screenireland.bsky.social

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

Huge thanks to all of our sponsors for their incredible support for Animation Ireland Meitheal. 🌟 Your sponsorship allows us to celebrate talent and creativity for the future of Irish animation. Faigh do thicéid saor in aisce inniu ar animationirelandmeitheal.ie. 🎟️ @screenireland.bsky.social

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

Panel 1 reveal! 🌟 Join us on May 22nd to hear from experts on tech and innovation Free tickets available on animationirelandmeitheal.ie. 🎥 @screenireland.bsky.social

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

We’re bringing the best in Children’s TV to the Galway Bay Hotel on May 22nd! 🎥 Meet our guest speakers, Becky Friedman and Dustin Ferrer who are experts in producing, creating and writing. Get your free ticket today on animationirelandmeitheal.ie. @screen ireland

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 09/05/2026

Want to know which technologies are reshaping the animation landscape? 🎥 Hear from Tamsin Lyons, producer & owner of Ink and Light at this year's Animation Ireland Meitheal in the Galway Bay Hotel on May 22nd. 🌟 Grab your ticket today: 👉 animationirelandmeitheal.ie

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

The wait is finally over, the #AnimationIrelandMeitheal 2026 programme has officially dropped! 🌟 Check out the full programme and grab your tickets via animationirelandmeitheal.ie 🎟️ @screenireland.bsky.social

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

"It’s even more important that we come together to celebrate our people and creativity." 🤝 The Irish animation community is stronger together. We’re bringing the spirit of Meitheal to the Galway Bay Hotel on May 22nd to collaborate! 🌟 @screenireland.bsky.social

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

We are proud to have @screenireland.ie as a sponsor for this years #AnimationIrelandMeitheal! 🏆 Their support is vital in celebrating the world-class talent within our industry. We’re incredibly grateful. 🙏

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

Counting down to Animation Ireland Meitheal 2026! Looking back at last year’s energy, we can’t wait to do it again on May 22nd. Join us at the Galway Bay Hotel to innovate through fresh perspectives and new collaborations. 🌀 🎟️ Tickets: animationirelandmeitheal.ie @screenireland.bsky.social

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

Animation Ireland Meitheal 2026 🙌 We're ready to welcome creatives & leaders for a day of insight and Irish talent! Whether you’re talking global distribution or connecting with the brightest minds, don’t miss out on 22nd May at the Galway Bay Hotel! 🌟 🎟️ animationirelandmeitheal.ie

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Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland @screenireland.bsky.social · 19/09/2025

❓ Are you a screen professional interested in stepping up to a leadership role within your department or organisation? The Creative Leaders programme is now seeking ambitious candidates for the next edition starting in late October 2025. Learn more & apply ➡️ bit.ly/3VW3rKs

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 19/09/2025

Animation Ireland and Cultural & Creative Industries Skillnet with the support of Coimisiún na Meán are delighted to host two of the most renound animation directors, Brenda Chapman and Kevin Lima for an evening in conversation with David McCamley. www.creativeskillnet.ie/course/an-ev...

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An Evening With Brenda Chapman & Kevin Lima | 2025 - Cultural & Creative Industries Skillnet

Cultural & Creative Industries Skillnet and Animation Ireland with the support of Coimisiún na Meán are excited to welcome animation industry legends Brenda Chapman and Kevin Lima. Brenda and Kevin wi...

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 27/05/2025

We had such a great time at the Irish Animation Awards 2025! Congratulations to all the nominees and winners on the night 🏆 Thank you so much to all our great sponsors, and everybody who made this event possible! #AnimationIreland #IrishAnimationAwards

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 24/05/2025

That’s a wrap on tonight’s award announcements 🏆 Congratulations to all of the winners and nominees for their outstanding achievements in the Irish animation scene! Here’s to a fantastic night of celebration! 🎉 #IAA2025

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 24/05/2025

We’ve reached our final award for the evening. A huge congratulations to John Phelan, winner of the Outstanding Contribution to Industry award! 🎉 #IAA2025

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 24/05/2025

The Best INNOVATION award goes to ‘Maddie + Triggs’ by Turnip + Duck. Congratulations! 🙌 #IAA2025

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 24/05/2025

The award for Best Animated Student Film goes to ‘Every Other Weekend’ by James Naughton and Niamh Asple! 👏👏👏 #IAA2025

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 24/05/2025

The winner of Best Storyboarding is ‘Silly Sundays’ by Estrela Lourenco, Oriol Vidal, and Suzanne Williams; Cartoon Saloon! Comhghairdeas libh! 🎉 #IAA2025

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 24/05/2025

The winner of Best Editing is ‘ODO: Best Joke Ever’ by Sixteen South. Congratulations! 👏👏👏 #IAA2025

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 24/05/2025

The winner of Best New IP is ‘Maddie + Triggs’ by Turnip + Duck. Congratulations! 🙌 #IAA2025

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 24/05/2025

The award for Best VFX ANIMATION goes to ‘Kizazi Moto Generation Fire’ by Triggerfish Animation! 🥳 #IAA2025

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 24/05/2025

The winner of Best SCRIPT for a FEATURE FILM OR SPECIAL is ‘Lu and the Bally Bunch’ by Brown Bag Films. Comhghairdeas!🎉 #IAA2025

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 24/05/2025

The winner of Best Feature Film or Special is… ‘The Magic Reindeer Saving Santa's Sleigh’ by Moetion Films! 🥳 #IAA2025 @screenireland.bsky.social

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 24/05/2025

The award for Best Direction of an Animated TV Series goes to ‘Kizazi Moto Generation Fire’ by Triggerfish Animation! 👏👏👏 #IAA2025 @screenireland.bsky.social

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 24/05/2025

The winner of Best Design and Art Direction is ‘Star Wars: Visions Volume 2 Screecher’s Reach’ by Cartoon Saloon! Congratulations! 🥳 #IAA2025

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 24/05/2025

The Sustainability Innovator/Champion of the Year at this year’s Irish Animation Awards is… Brown Bag Films - Industry & Community Outreach Committee. Comghairdeas ó chroí libh! 🥳 #IAA2025

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 24/05/2025

Congratulations to the winner of Kids Choice for Best Animated Kids Series (over 6 years old), Kavaleer Productions with ‘Boy Girl Dog Cat Mouse Cheese’! 🎉 #IAA2025 @tg4.bsky.social

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 24/05/2025

The Kids Choice award for the Best Animated Preschool Series (up to 6 years old) goes to ‘Doodle Girl’ by Studio Meala! 👏👏👏 #IAA2025

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 24/05/2025

The Best Original Song award goes to ‘Maddie + Triggs: Pearly Whites’ by Turnip + Duck! 🙌 #IAA2025

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 24/05/2025

The winner of Best Original Score is ‘Star Wars: Visions Volume 2 Screecher’s Reach’ by Cartoon Saloon! Congratulations! 🥳 #IAA2025

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 24/05/2025

Congratulations to Moetion Films, winner of Best Sound Design for their production of ‘The Magic Reindeer Saving Santa's Sleigh’ 🙌 #IAA2025

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 24/05/2025

The winner of Best Voice Acting is Doodle Girl: Aisling Walsh with Studio Meala. Comhghairdeas! 🥳 #IAA2025 @screenireland.bsky.social

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 24/05/2025

The winner of the Best International Animated Short Film award goes to ‘A Night at the Rest Area’ by Saki Muramoto! 👏👏👏 #IAA2025

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 24/05/2025

The Best Animated Short Film award goes to ‘Retirement Plan’ by John Kelly. Congratulations! 🎉 #IAA2025 @creativeskillnet.bsky.social

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 24/05/2025

And the winner of Best SCRIPT for an Animated Series is… ‘Nikhil and Jay: Messiest Mango’ by Paper Owl Films. Congratulations! 🥳 #IAA2025

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 24/05/2025

The winner of Best Animated Kids Series (over 6 years old) is ‘Boy Girl Dog Cat Mouse Cheese’ by Kavaleer Productions. Comhghairdeas libh! 🥳 #IAA2025

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 24/05/2025

Congratulations to the first of our winners to be announced this evening! Turnip + Duck has won the award for Best Animated Preschool Series (up to 6 years old) with their production ‘Maddie + Triggs’. 👏👏👏 #IAA2025

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 24/05/2025

Minister Patrick O' Donovan with some of the youngest attendees at this year's Irish Animation Awards! #IAA2025

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Animation Ireland @animationireland.bsky.social · 24/05/2025

Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media Patrick O’Donovan has arrived for the #IrishAnimationAwards 🏆 Míle buíochas as ucht a bheith linn!

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