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Kentucky to the World (KTW) welcomes legendary film animator Carol Wyatt home for an exclusive live program featuring her renowned contributions to the world of animation.

For Carol, animation is a profound means of storytelling through color, allowing her to weave narratives through her artistic creations, bringing joy and wonder to audiences through her work on shows such as The Simpsons, Rocko's Modern Life, Foster's Home for Imaginary Friends, the Ricky Gervais Show, Over the Garden Wall, Amphibia, and Rick and Morty.

Carol will be joined in conversation by Brooke Keesling, head of animation talent development at Bento Box. Brooke has worked in the animation and VFX industry for decades as a filmmaker, in recruiting & development, and in education.

The program will be on Wednesday, November 1 at 6:30 PM, at the Speed Art Museum with a light reception at 5:30 PM. Tickets are $25 per adult and free for students thanks to the support of the Bass Family Foundation.

Prior to the main program, KTW will also hold a special student briefing opportunity with Carol and Brooke at the Speed Cinema for local middle school through university-age students to have an interactive conversation with their distinguished guests.

Contact David Thurmond at david@kentuckytotheworld.org for more information on the student briefing program and how to register your student.

About Carol Wyatt
With a background as an art director, designer, and painter, Carol Wyatt has contributed to numerous Emmy award-winning TV series, features, commercials, and music videos.

Originally from Louisville, KY, Carol moved to Los Angeles to pursue her education at Otis/Parsons School of Design, where she earned a BFA in Communication Design and Illustration. She began her career as an editorial illustrator and graphic designer, working for prestigious publications such as the LA Times, the LA Weekly, the Advocate, Good Housekeeping, and various national advertising agencies.

Carol's journey into animation started with painting cells at DIC, which eventually led to her involvement in designing, painting, and animating commercials, music videos, and the initial four seasons of the iconic TV series, The Simpsons while working at Klasky Csupo. She expanded her creative repertoire by designing and painting for new projects, including the Rugrats Pilot, the Duckman Pilot, and the Edith Ann series. This experience propelled her into a successful and extensive career in animation.

Learn more about Carol.

About Brooke Keesling
Brooke is currently the head of Animation Talent Development at Bento Box Entertainment. Prior to joining Bento Box, Brooke recruited animation talent for Cartoon Network, Disney, and Warner Bros.

Keesling earned her MFA at CalArts where she produced the stop-motion film, Meatclown and the Student Academy Award-winning film Boobie Girl. Upon graduation, she worked in practical and miniature VFX on many films such as Inception, The Dark Knight, Hugo, and The Aviator. Brooke is the Vice President of ASIFA Hollywood, a member of Women in Animation, on the advisory board of the GLAS Animation Festival, and she teaches in the Character Animation department at CalArts.

About Kentucky to the World
Founded in 2012, Kentucky to the World’s mission is to elevate our Commonwealth's cultural and intellectual reputations on the global stage.

Kentucky to the World (KTW) accomplishes its goals by sharing compelling stories of extraordinary people with Kentucky roots, who are shaping our world through their creativity, intellect, and passion.

These stories are shared through live events, television specials, digital content, collectibles, school programs, and other initiatives.

Kentucky to the World’s work showcases storytelling efforts that lead the charge for the narrative development that is vital to our state’s economic and workforce future.

Learn more about Kentucky to the World.