Nickelodeon Animation and Paramount Pictures hosted a photo shoot celebrating the diversity and impact of Black Animation professionals in our community. The picture above was inspired by Art Kane’s iconic 1958 photo, “A Great Day in Harlem,” and shines a light on 55 outstanding creators, story artists, animators, directors, and executives who have devoted their careers to this craft, and made long-lasting impressions within our industry. It was a truly historic gathering that took place on the legendary Paramount backlot on Sunday, June 5, 2022.
The idea for the portrait was brought to Nickelodeon by Marlon West (Encanto, Moana, Frozen), who enlisted his friends Bruce Smith (Bebe’s Kids, Proud Family), Peter Ramsey (Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse), and Everett Downing (We the People, Hair Love), and spearheaded from the Nickelodeon side by Camille Eden, Vice President, Recruitment, Talent Development, and Outreach, along with her team–Robbie Siron, Sharon Wen, Trishawn Ellis, and Victor Nwaopara. This incredible group of talented professionals brought this moment to life and have made an indelible mark on our industry.
