Chris Ohlgren
About Chris Ohlgren
Chris Ohlgren is an experienced animator specializing in both CG and stop-motion animation techniques. He has worked at Laika for 29 years and currently holds a position at HouseSpecial, where he has been employed since 2014.
Work at LAIKA
Chris Ohlgren has been an animator at LAIKA since 1995. His role involves working on various animation projects, contributing to the studio's reputation for innovative stop-motion and CG animation. Ohlgren's extensive experience in character fabrication and sculpting enhances the quality of the animations produced at LAIKA.
Current Position at HouseSpecial
Since 2014, Chris Ohlgren has been working as an animator at HouseSpecial. In this position, he applies his skills in armature and rigging, along with his expertise in mold making, props, set building, and set painting. His contributions help create engaging animated content for various media.
Education and Expertise
Chris Ohlgren earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in International Business and Japanese from Linfield University, studying from 1991 to 1995. His educational background supports his professional skills in animation, particularly in CG and stop-motion techniques. Ohlgren specializes in character fabrication and sculpting, which are essential for high-quality animation.
Teaching Experience
From 2012 to 2014, Chris Ohlgren served as an instructor at The Art Institute of Portland. During his two years in this role, he shared his knowledge and skills in animation with students, helping to develop the next generation of animators in the Portland, Oregon area.