Fern, an animation and design studio in Atlanta under the aegis of founder/director James Mabery, has taken on U.S. representation for Montreal-based visual artist Elizabeth Laferrière. She will serve as a director and art director available to Fern’s clients. Laferrière, whose decade of experience includes working with clients in music, television, publishing and the arts, is known for creating surreal images through collage. Laferrière’s work has been featured in Fubiz, Trendland and a variety of other online and print publications. She previously taught motion design at Université du Québec à Montréal and has presented on a variety of topics at conferences such as Montréal in Motion, CÉGEP Marie-Victorin, the Association of Registered Graphic Designers and Collège Champlain of Vermont. Laferrière earned her diploma of college studies in graphic arts from Collège Ahuntsic and her bachelor’s degree in graphic design from the Université du Québec à Montréal. While at university, she spent a semester studying abroad at ESAG Penninghen in Paris. “Adding Elizabeth to our skilled studio will help diversify and broaden our portfolio from both a style and storytelling approach,” said Mabery. “She possesses the ability to portray empathy and emotionality through design–the backbone of Fern–which is why this is a natural collaboration”….
Producers Douglas Wick and Lucy Fisher To Receive Harold Lloyd Award From The Advanced Imaging Society
Producers Douglas Wick and Lucy Fisher will be presented with the 2025 Harold Lloyd Award in recognition of their producing achievement in creating Gladiator II at The Advanced Imaging Society’s (AIS) 15th annual Lumiere Awards luncheon, which takes place Friday, February 7, 2025, at the Beverly Hills Hotel.
Empowering their storytelling with groundbreaking technology and skill, Wick and Fisher have thrilled audiences and driven the film industry forward for three decades. Their steadfast dedication to the highest standards of cinematic excellence have resulted in epic films, including Memoirs of a Geisha, The Great Gatsby, the Stuart Little franchise, the Divergent Series and both Gladiator films. The first Gladiator earned Wick an Academy Award® for Best Picture. In light of their consistent and distinguished contributions over the years, as exemplified by this year’s Gladiator II, the Advanced Imaging Society wished to recognize the team with this year’s esteemed Harold Lloyd Award.
“Doug Wick and Lucy Fisher of Red Wagon Entertainment have revolutionized modern filmmaking with their bold storytelling and ability to elevate large-scale productions to epic levels,” remarked Jim Chabin, AIS president. “Their work has not only captivated audiences but also redefined filmmaking standards, leaving an indelible mark on the art of cinema. At AIS. we deeply admire their visionary contributions and enduring influence on the film industry.”
Suzanne Lloyd, granddaughter of the late, great Harold Lloyd, remarked, “Doug’s artistic vision and Lucy’s dynamic leadership have brought authenticity, beauty and profound emotion to some of our favorite epic films. Together, they are a... Read More