June 7 CTN Coffee Talk: Costumed Quick Sketch
Coffee Talk: Costumed Quick Sketch Session with Jee Teo
A Relaxed Quick Sketch Drawing Experience for Artists of All Levels
Join us for a special Coffee Talk sketch session featuring professional art model Jee Teo, posing in a beautifully detailed Qing dynasty Magua costume. This unique, three-hour life drawing event offers artists the chance to study intricate costume design, expressive gesture, and historical silhouette through a series of dynamic poses.
Whether you’re a student, professional, or simply someone who loves to draw, you’ll enjoy a mix of 2-minute, 5-minute, and 10-minute poses—all set in a relaxed, social environment with fellow creatives. Bring your sketchbook, sip some coffee, and immerse yourself in the timeless art of observational drawing.
No instruction—just open space to draw, connect, and be inspired.
Free and open to all CTN and Teen CTN Club Members (Join Club CTN Free https://app.joinit.com/o/clubctn)
June 14 CTN Coffee Talk: Jason Lethcoe, Micro Movies
Creative Storytelling in 5 Minutes or Less: The Art of Micro Filmmaking
With Writer, Story Artist, and Visionary Filmmaker Jason Lethcoe
As animators, we live to bring stories to life through motion, color, and emotion—but sometimes, the blank canvas of “a full short” or “a feature” can feel too vast. What if you could tell a powerful, cinematic story in under five minutes?
Jason Lethcoe is an award-winning author, illustrator, and former Disney storyboard artist. With 17+ years in animation and the Chesley Award under his belt, he now champions Micro Movies—powerful, five-minute stories that inspire animators to create with impact and heart.
Whether you’re just starting out or you’ve been in the trenches for years, this talk is for any animator looking to break creative boundaries, rediscover their voice, and share stories that matter—in five minutes or less.
This talk is a gateway into CTNX25’s new Micro Movie showcase, where short-format storytelling takes center stage. Come get inspired and start building your own mini masterpiece.
Come in with your curiosity and your questions and leave as a filmmaker.
Free and open to all CTN and Teen CTN Club Members (Join Club CTN Free https://app.joinit.com/o/clubctn)
August 23 CTN Coffee Talk: Writer and Director Stephen Anderson Ask Me Anything
Stay tuned for more information!
September 30th MasterClass Part 1: Directing Animator Michal Makarewicz
MICHAL MAKAREWICZ is a multi-Award winning, former 20 year Pixar Veteran; former Head of Animation Spire Studios, current Skydance Lead Animator.
- May 24th Masterclass Part 1 (only) - 10am -7pm
- Regular Price $250.00 (9 hours total)
- 50% off for Club CTN Members Using Code CTN50 - $125.00
- 1-Day Basic Ticket to CTNX25 Included
VISIT PAGE FOR DETAILS: https://ctn-events.com/event-michal-makarewicz
Open to all CTN and Teen CTN Club Members (Join Club CTN Free https://app.joinit.com/o/clubctn)