Since 2005, Chris has worked on a wide array of animated films, television shows, and video games. As a visual development artist, character designer, and illustrator, he has worked with clients like Disney, DreamWorks and Sony Pictures Animation. Recent projects showcase Chris's artistic versatility: He commemorated the 20th anniversary of The Lion King on Broadway as an …
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Chris is always the guy to talk to when you don’t know what the f*ck is going on - when you have no idea what to do or where to go in your art career.
– Brendan Regulinski (Disney, Dreamworks)
The best kind of teacher.
- ImagineFX Magazine
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How Quickly Our Convictions
Does your head get in the way of your heart when making art? An experiment in painting faster than I can think…
Podcast Relaunch: “You’re A Better Artist Than You Think”
Introducing “You’re A Better Artist Than You Think.” Chris Oatley’s new podcast explores the mindset, strategies and practices of professional artists from a wide range of creative fields.
Patience Is Underrated
The key to clear and compelling plein air work isn’t detail. It’s decisiveness.