Who is Caitlin O'Toole?
Where am I from?
Originally born in Pittsburgh, PA
Currently living/working in Orlando, FL
What am I up to presently?
After graduating from SCAD in June 2024,
I completed an Illustration Internship with Disney Live Entertainment. Now, I am freelancing in the Orlando area.
What are my long-term goals?
I have always wanted to work in themed entertainment and/or feature film animation. As long as I am entertaining and telling stories, I feel my creative spirit is satisfied.
My influences?
To name a few : Walt Disney, Mary Blair, Marc Davis, Eyvind Earle, Claude Coats, Peter de Seve, Ralph Eggleston, Brian Ajhar, Travis Ruiz, Claire Keane, Brittney Lee.
And all my wonderful SCAD professors that helped me grow tremendously :
(Casey Nelson, Jonathan Standing, Brian Bowes, Eric Shaw)
My inspiration?
I enjoy traveling with family, reading fantasy books, and watching animated films. Disney has always been my guiding light, especially the early years of animation and Imagineering. A classic John Williams soundtrack will always inspire me.
My creative purpose?
I want to tell authentic stories. Stories that feel silly, original, heartwarming, inspirational, and challenging. I want to be in the business of creating happiness & nostalgia.