We had a blast, we hope you did too! On behalf of the founders, the staff, and the mentors – Thank you for a decade of AWESOME and here’s to the next 10! We couldn’t have done it without you. Check out some of the pics from all around the world! Post your memories of Animation Mentor at #am10years
– The Animation Mentor Crew
Staff, Animation Mentor Alumni (now ILMers) – Oakland and Santiago – Last peeps standing at 2:00 AM
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