Meet the industry leaders set to take the Icon Manila 2024 stage adobo Magazine [Video]

MANILA, PHILIPPINES — Icon Manila 2024 is poised to be an extraordinary event celebrating creativity and professional development in the animation and visual arts industries. Founded by Armand and Bing Serrano, Icon Manila not only honors artistic innovation but also supports vital humanitarian initiatives, including anti-human trafficking efforts.

The two-day event will take place from September 20 to 21 at Samsung Hall, SM Aura, in Taguig City.

Icon Manila 2024 features an exceptional lineup of industry leaders:

Gastón Ugarte – Sets Modeling Supervisor and Art Director at Pixar Animation Studios

Originally from Tucumán, Argentina, Gastón began his career in architecture before transitioning to animation. With a BFA in Computer Animation, his career spans from New York City’s commercial sector to Sony Imageworks and, ultimately, Pixar. Over a decade at Pixar, Gastón has contributed to beloved films like Wall-E, Up, Brave, Coco, and Inside Out 2, infusing his Argentine heritage into his intricate, dynamic worlds.

James Paick – …