hello there!
I am a 21-year-old British-American artist living in Stillwater, Minnesota.
Currently, I am pursuing a BFA in film, animation and literary art at the Rhode Island School of Design. While my studies have been taking a turn towards experimental animation and stop-motion, I am a lover of all multimedia storytelling!
Recently, I have been focused on developing my techniques in stop-motion and special effects fabrication. I have been dabbling in silicones, textiles, metals, and more to have as many skills in my tool belt as possible.
If you are interested in a commission or chat, you can contact me below or on any of my social platforms.
Thank you for visiting!
Amelia (Millie) Dickson
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Education
Rhode Island School of Design 2022 - 2026
Honors B.F.A. in Film/Animation/Video, Concentration in Literary Arts and Studies, Awarded a certificate distinction in Film, Animation, Video 2024 & 2025
Aardman Academy 2024
Stop Motion I Industry Training Certificate
Mounds Park Academy 2018 - 2022
Graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Certificate of Distinction in the arts.
Skills
Animation direction and production
Stop motion animation, character animation, experimental animation
Compositing: Adobe After EffectsAudio recording and composition
Sculpting: Anatomical Proficiency; wide variety of mediums (WED, Chavant, Sculpey, Ceramics)
Molding/Casting: silicone and plaster
Metals: welding, annealing, and other skills from a background of jewelry
Machine and hand tools: basic wood, laser cutter, 3D printing
Fabrication: Proficiency in a wide variety of mediums (fibers, clay, glues/epoxies, paint, wood, metal, natural/found materials)
Software: Adobe Suite, Dragonframe, Procreate, Nomad Sculpt, 3D scanning
Work Experience
RHODE ISLAND SCHOOL OF DESIGN
Stop Motion Special Assistant, September 2024 - Present
Demoing and assisting in a variety of fabrication techniques and stop motion animation skills;
Maintaining studio spaces, shooting stations, and safety.
Film/Animation/Video Demo Assistant, July 2025- Present
Maintaining and refurbishing school facilities
Testing cameras, lights, grip, and animation equipment
ARTREACH ST. CROIX
Digital Communications and Events Intern, June 2023 – August 2023
ArtReach St. Croix is a non-profit organization dedicated to connecting the St. Croix Valley community through visual, literary and performing arts.
Developing and Designing social media campaigns;
Installation of exhibits in both the ArtReach and Mobile Art Galleries;
Hosting events to promote the local artist community.
MARKELL STUDIOS
Artist Assistant, June 2023 – August 2023
Assisting in commissioned iconography-based arts, such as murals, painted panels, and more;
Collaborative and independent art-making;
Working under the request of clients to meet deadlines.
SCANDINAVIAN NORTH
Retail Sales Associate, June 2022 – August 2024
Communication, inventory management, storefront dressing and displays, product photography
