#Nashville has experienced a tragedy today. 3 adults (teachers) and 3 children where murdered at #CovenantSchool. Please pray for our world and for the families of those effected. https://www.instagram.com/p/CqURt8subod/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

In today’s #characterDesign class, I gave out a design challenge: to draw an “Fashionable, Chinese, Teen Girl”. Reference is important so I’m sharing mine here- but I also tweaked the pose to tell a bit more “story”. Only having 4 descriptive words makes it interesting. Specific but also wide open. If you want to try this challenge (and see what others did too): use the four words above, draw it in about an hour, and post with the hashtag #TomBancroftDesignChallenge -Have Fun! #artchallenge https://www.instagram.com/p/CqEbkpKJKCU/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Someone asked me what a baby #mushu would look like! I went back to him still in the egg! A purple egg, as a matter of fact! Does this inspire some fan fiction, or what? #disney #mulan #babymushu #animation #2danimation #tombancroft https://www.instagram.com/p/Cp_EMxUvkec/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

In this episode, recorded at Lightbox Expo 2022, Tom (sans Tony) takes to moderating a panel called "Animators Talk about Animation" with an all-star group: the amazing Anna Gopin (“Lightyear”, “The Mitchells vs the Machines”), the hybrid animator Toniko Pantoja (“The Croods: A New Age”, “Kipo and the Age of Wonderbeasts”), and the veteran animator Andrew Gordon (“Ron’s Gone Wrong”, “Incredibles 2”, “Finding Dory”). We talk acting, BTS stores on production, and answer the age old question: What should be on your animation reel? Enjoy! #podcast #animation #bancroftbrothers #2danimation #cganimation #pixar #sony #wb #bts https://www.instagram.com/p/Cp7-SbMOzPU/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

I forgot to share with you our latest #podcast ! Go check it out at Spotify, Apple Podcasts or at the link in my IG bio! It’s a good one! #marceltheshell #bancroftbrothers #jennyslate #animation #bestanimatedfeature #oscars https://www.instagram.com/p/Cp1ZntVNbLL/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

My Disney production art sale starts at 5pm Central TODAY! This is the first of TWO art drops. The next batch goes up Friday at 5PM Central! Go there and purchase you’re part of the 90s dream films! It’s at TombancroftStudio.com https://www.instagram.com/p/Cpi0ms9vP2M/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

That’s right! @pencilishstudios now has a Discord channel to chat and hear the most up to date info about Pencilish, Animation, and more! We have actual Pencilish artists interacting and creating contests there! Join via the link in my IG bio or go here: HTTPS://DISCORD.GG/D2VECXWHZU #pencilishstudios #discord #animation #2danimation https://www.instagram.com/p/CpIPnK1O09M/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

The Bancroft Bros interview the filmmakers behind the Academy award nominated short “The Boy, the Mole, the Fox, and the Horse”! This Apple+ short has an amazing story that started during a global pandemic and became a Hollywood bidding war to get it to screen with glorious 2d animation! @appletvplus @charliemackesy @peterbaynton @caraspeller @theboythemolethefoxthehorse https://www.instagram.com/p/CoxlYmsJ9e-/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

In this episode, @pumbaaguy and Tom dig deep into the new Disney TV show @moongirldevildinosaur (Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur). The twins were able to interview the show’s Producer’s @rodneyclouden and @steveloter about the development of this new @disney Channel/ @disneyplus . Find out how a @marvelstudios property becomes a #Disney series and the amazing talent that are involved in what could be the next big hit series! Listen on @spotify @applepodcasts or link in my IG bio! #podcast #bancroftbrothers #devildinosaur #moongirlanddevildinosaur https://www.instagram.com/p/CoN7LKPv-sf/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Tony (@pumbaaguy ) and I are on the cover of the @lipscombuniversity magazine this month with a nice article about our careers and the @lipscombanim #animation program! Even the @squirrelsoflipscomb got into the cover! #lipscombuniversity #animationmfa (at Lipscomb University) https://www.instagram.com/p/CoLvBIeOLuB/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Just Announced! (I never thought I’d say all these wonderful words in one sentence:)I’m co-directing a 2d #animation feature film on the life of Jesus! The production design by @epipheo films will knock your socks off! My @pencilishstudios is hired to help lead the production alongside director @jj_schafer and our own @pamdarley as associate producer! See my IG bio for a link to the @cartoonbrew article! #2danimation #jesus #animated #featurefilm #indyfilm #pencilishstudios https://www.instagram.com/p/CoDz2WZpAIJ/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Finally! Some drawings, right? On a flight, so I had an hour or so to sketch- getting ready for #mermay2023 ! This was my tight workspace. I started with torso shapes and then started making them into #mermaids ! I didn’t finish so I’ll save the fun part till the next trip! #sketch #sketchbook #mermay #artistsoninstagram https://www.instagram.com/p/Cn93NNIp81u/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Do you like me? Do you like #2danimation ? Well- then please share this post and please go to my IG bio and click on my @pencilishstudios YouTube channel and SUBSCRIBE TO IT! It would make my day. Thank you for your support! (Oh, and watch cartoons while you’re there!) #animation #pencilishstudios #bjornthelastunicorn #mindovermurphy #jujubrain #bts https://www.instagram.com/p/Cnw1Ms4u27L/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Just dropped today! I’m on the “Animators React” couch with @thecorridorcrew and I spill about Disney and Veggietales! Go check it out on their YouTube channel! (A link in their bio). Thanks Fenner and Niko! #corridorcrew #pencilishstudios #animation #veggietales #disney #lionking https://www.instagram.com/p/CntJQjyNomg/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

In this epic podcast, Tony flies solo as moderator to an amazing panel of Animation Directors that was originally a live event at LightBox Expo 2022! So few made it into that room so this will be BRAND NEW for our listeners! Listen as Tony speaks with directors @chrissandersart /Chris Sanders (Lilo and Stitch), Brenda Chapman (Brave), @cdubbart /Chris Williams (The Sea Beast), and @jill.culton /Jill Culton (Abominable). Learn from the best how they craft a story into a blockbuster feature film! Listen at link in my IG bio or Spotify or Apple Podcasts! #podcast #animation #2danimation #directing #director #bancroftbrothers https://www.instagram.com/p/Cnro1G6OEnc/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Last chance to be a shareholder in an ANIMATION STUDIO with a team of former #disney #animators making #2danimation properties! Let’s go! Go to link in my IG bio or hit the link at Pencilish.com to INVEST NOW! Join me! #startup #investment #startengine #lastchance #animationstudio #indyanimation https://www.instagram.com/p/CnQzwejOYvV/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

BUY MY STUFF, Pt 2: #Disney ‘s “Encanto” #crew #exclusive jacket! This is the second of two jackets I am selling. I love them but have too many crew jackets already and I know some of you will cherish this! This is barely worn Eddie Bauer brand, Size XL (excellent quality and very thin, but has lining so it it keeps you warmer than you’d think/ waterproof )” and this is me wearing it). Emblems on sleeves and front with a character zipper pull too. Will ship in US only, unless you include a good amount of shipping above price for international. I’m ONLY accepting bids here on Instagram in the comments, DO NOT DM ME WITH YOUR BID. Pay must be upfront and via PayPal. Bidding ends Today (Tuesday) at 9pm Central time and goes to the highest bidder. Bid starts at $40- GO! #encanto #disney #crewjacket #coolstuff #onlinebidding #disneyana (at Nashville, Tennessee) https://www.instagram.com/p/CnPQYSEu3Ml/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=