Dylan Sisson (PIXAR / RenderMan)

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Artist & Designer

California

Claymation scene of a giant alien creature holding a rocket while a tiny astronaut celebrates nearby on a moon-like surface with planets in the starry background.
A large fish with oversized, yellow-orange eyes and blue-green skin, surrounded by smaller orange goldfish and underwater scenery, including rocks and plants.
A fantasy creature with large eyes, wide mouth, and reptilian features, wearing medieval-style clothing and armor, standing on a floating water lily pad in a mystical swamp with blue-toned trees and water.
A comparison of two stage designs: one watercolor illustration with pastel colors, pink curtains, and detailed decorative elements; the other a 3D render in white, featuring intricate architecture and drapery.
A middle-aged man with a beard and mustache smiling at the camera, wearing a patterned shirt, against a dark, mottled background.

Dylan Sisson

Dylan Sisson is a seasoned digital artist with over 25 years of expertise in animation and visual effects. He's been a key figure at Pixar Animation Studios since 1999, significantly contributing to the evolution and promotion of RenderMan. Additionally, Dylan is the creator and designer of Pixar’s RenderMan Walking Teapot. In addition to his role at Pixar, today Dylan is an active artist exploring emerging media in VR, AI, 3D printing, and stylized rendering. He is dedicated to exploring the potential of new technologies and inspiring others to do the same.

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