Who is Caitlin O'Toole?
Where am I from?
Originally born in Pittsburgh, PA
Currently living/working in Orlando, FL
What am I up to presently?
After graduating from SCAD in June 2024,
I am working at Disney Live Entertainment as an Art Studio Intern.
What are my long-term goals?
I have always wanted to work in themed entertainment or feature film animation. As long as I am entertaining and telling stories, I feel my creative spirit is satisfied.
My inspiration?
I enjoy traveling with family, reading fantasy books, and watching animated films. Disney has always been my guiding light, especially the early years of animation and Imagineering. John Williams is always playing in my headphones.
My creative purpose?
I want to tell authentic stories. Stories that feel silly, original, heartwarming, inspirational, and challenging. I want to be in the business of creating happiness & nostalgia.
My influences?
To name a few : Walt Disney, Mary Blair, Marc Davis, Eyvind Earle, Claude Coats, Peter de Seve, Ralph Eggleston, Brian Ajhar, Travis Ruiz, Claire Keane.
And all my wonderful SCAD professors that helped me grow tremendously :
(Casey Nelson, Jonathan Standing, Brian Bowes, Eric Shaw)