Georgina Cahill

“Take her to the moon for me” gets me every time 🥲 . . Reminder, if it’s from a talking animal or a claymation character having an existential crisis, it’s still cinema . . . . #animationiscinema #animation #animated #animationtiktok

If you love Fantastic Mr Fox, you’ll love these other animated gems! . . What films have you been enjoying lately? . . . #animation #stopmotion #animated #animator #fantasticmrfox

Had to touch all the grass before I bought the stand that’s sold separately . . . #digitalart #digitalartist #artistproblems #artproblems #artprocess

I’m currently drawing an art commission for my sister! She’s the “fi” in “figi” . . . . #arttok #arttoker #artistsoftiktok #artistproblems #wipwednesday

Animation never loses its magic for me . . . . #animator #animatorsoftiktok #animation #digitalart #digitalartist

Choosing the right animation software when you’re just starting out can be overwhelming! There are so many options and it’s hard to know which one will suit your goals, skill level, and budget. . . To make things easier, I’ve put together a list of recommended programs for beginners, with a quick breakdown of what each one is best for. Whether you’re interested in 2D or 3D, this guide will help you take the first step with confidence. . . #animation #animator #3danimation #2danimation #2danimators

Let me know about YOU in the comments! I’d love to hear what kind of art you make and what you art goals are! . . . #artistsoftiktok #arttok #arttoker #sketchbook #sketchbookartist

I’ll go first: Underpricing Work (or Doing It for Free) . . . . #artistproblems #artprocess #artproblems #artistsoftiktok #digitalart

Why did my Pinterest deactivate a pinned drawing of a cat wearing a fairy costume 🤡 . . . #arttips #arttipsandtricks #illustrator #illustrationart

FREE video editing software options . . . What software would you add to the list . . . #videoedit #editingtutorial #videoediting #capcut #arttips

and their budget is a 3 quarters, a pack of bubblegum and ✨exposure✨ . . . #animation #animated #animatorsoftiktok #artistproblems #artprocess

Bonus points if you hydrate 😉 . . . #artist #artistproblems #artprocess #artprogress #sketchbook

Art school portfolio mistakes to avoid 👇 ✨note ✨ this is just based on my experience. The best information about applying to an art school is ALWAYS going to be directly from the school. If you ever have specific questions I always recommend going to their application website or reaching out to an admission advisor! ❤️All Fan Art, No Original Work - Schools want to see your ideas. One or two pieces of fan art is okay if it showcases your skills or style, but an entire portfolio of it? Major red flag. ❤️No Observational Work- Many schools (especially fine art or animation programs) require still life, figure drawing, or location sketching. Skipping this can make you seem untrained in the fundamentals. ❤️Repetitive Subject Matter - Drawing the same type of character or scene over and over shows lack of range. Mix it up: portraits, environments, abstract, narrative, experimental, etc. ❤️Overly Polished but Empty Work- Beautiful rendering but no concept or thought behind it? Admissions committees can spot this a mile away. Show process, exploration, and storytelling. ❤️No Sketchbook or Process Work - Some students leave this out, thinking only final pieces matter. Schools often prefer to see how you think, not just what you finish. ❤️Ignoring the Prompt or Requirements - If a school asks for 3 figure drawings and a self-portrait and you submit 15 digital paintings instead—you’re likely getting cut. Always follow instructions exactly. ❤️Over-Reliance on One Medium - Even if you specialize, showing some versatility is a plus. Try to include a balance of digital and traditional, or at least a range of techniques within your chosen medium. ❤️Too Much Graphic Design or Photography (If It’s Not Required) - Unless you’re applying to those specific programs, these pieces can dilute your portfolio. Use them only if they show your fine art thinking or storytelling. ❤️Copying Tutorials - Work that always and only follows YouTube tutorials or uses pre-made assets will come across as inauthentic. Schools want to see your decision-making. ❤️Overcrowding Your Portfolio - More is not better. Curate. 12–20 strong pieces > 40 mediocre ones. Every piece should have a purpose. ❤️Inconsistent Quality - One amazing piece next to four weak ones will hurt you more than just submitting the amazing piece on its own. ❤️Neglecting Presentation - Badly photographed traditional art, low-res images, cluttered backgrounds, or crooked scans can all distract from your talent. ❤️Lack of Personal Voice - Your portfolio should give the reviewer a sense of who you are as an artist. Even if you’re not fully developed yet, a point of view or recurring theme helps you stand out. What would you add to the list? . . . #artschool #artschoolcheck #artschoolthings #artistsoftiktok #arttoker

FYI this only works if you remember the list exists 😅😂 . . . . #artistsoftiktok #arttoker #arttips #illustration #illustratorsoftiktok

CORRECTION: It’s SCRIPT slug!! . . If you want to write for animation, reading screenplays (especially animated ones!) is essential. . . It teaches you how to structure visual storytelling, pace scenes for movement, and write dialogue that feels alive when spoken by animated characters. Unlike live-action, animation often starts with the script as a blueprint for everything that follows, from storyboards to final frames. . . By studying how professionals write for animation, you’ll absorb how they describe action economically, build emotional beats without relying on actor improvisation, and think cinematically from the page up. . . #screenwriting #screenplay #screenwriter #animator #animatorsoftiktok

If I have to make one more donut I’m going to lose it . . . #artistsoftiktok #animator #2danimation #3danimation #blender3d

Why would I need to listen to anything else?? . . . #kpopdemonhunters #kpopdemonhuntersedit #kpop #animation #animator

Animation resources to ✨practice with✨ . . What would you add to this list? . . . #animation #animator #animatorsoftiktok #characterdesign #characterdesigner

Being creative doesn’t have to mean going hard 24/7. These art & animation hobbies meet you where you’re at . . How do you stay creative? . . . #artistsoftiktok #arttok #creative #creativity #artist

And I LOVE coloring books btw 🙄 . . . #artschool #artstudents #artstudent #artistoftiktok