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Prof. Elyse Kelly: One Voice Can Change a Room
9.21.23 - 7.2.24
One voice can change a room presents the work of filmmaker Elyse Kelly. The collection brings together a series of films that unite the unique characteristics of animation with documentary storytelling to give a platform and voice to the untold, unexpected, and sometimes taboo stories.
Included in the show are original sketches and artwork that offer a glimpse into Kelly's creative process, as well as the incredible artistry and collaborative effort behind creating an animated work.
ABout the artist
Elyse Kelly is an award-winning director based in Washington DC who is sought after for her captivating approach to storytelling through animation. Kelly runs the independent animation studio, Neon Zoo, that creates socially and artistically driven content for film, television and the web.
Kelly's body of work has garnered critical acclaim and recognition at festivals worldwide, including Sundance, Tribeca, Annecy, Zagreb, and OIAF. Her creative talents have extended to directing award-winning campaigns and content for clients such as the ACLU, The Atlantic, Netflix, Sesame Workshop, Sony Music, the United Nations Foundation, and Meow Wolf.
In addition to her contributions to the field, Kelly currently serves as an adjunct lecturer in the Art & Art History Department at Georgetown University.
