Sofia Salt
About Sofia Salt
Sofia Salt is a Junior Armaturist at LAIKA, LLC, where she has worked since 2021 in Portland, Oregon. She combines her background in jewellery-making with her education in fine arts and animation to create puppets and props for stop-motion animation.
Work at LAIKA
Sofia Salt has been employed at LAIKA, LLC as a Junior Armaturist since 2021. In this role, she contributes to the construction of puppets and props for stop-motion animation. Her work involves applying her skills in model making, which are essential for the intricate demands of the animation process. LAIKA is known for its innovative approach to animation, and Sofia plays a part in maintaining the studio's high standards.
Education and Expertise
Sofia Salt holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Sculpture from Universidade do Porto, where she studied from 2013 to 2017. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Arts (MA) in Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects from the University of the West of England, completing her studies in 2020. This educational background has equipped her with a strong foundation in both artistic and technical aspects of animation.
Background
Sofia Salt has a background in jewellery-making, which she integrates into her current role as a Junior Armaturist. This unique skill set allows her to approach puppet and prop construction with precision and creativity. Her transition from jewellery-making to stop-motion model making highlights her versatility and adaptability in the arts.
Achievements
Sofia completed her Master of Arts in Animation in Bristol, which enhanced her expertise in stop-motion model making. This advanced education has contributed to her professional development and her ability to contribute effectively to projects at LAIKA. Her academic achievements reflect her commitment to the field of animation.