About Pixar
Pixar Animation Studios is an American computer animation studio based in Emeryville, California, and part of The Walt Disney Company. It is widely credited with pioneering feature-length computer animation, and its films are known for combining technical innovation with emotionally engaging storytelling that appeals to audiences of all ages.
Studio and Productions
The studio develops and produces animated feature films and short films, working through every stage from story development and character design to modelling, animation, lighting and rendering. Its catalogue includes the Toy Story, Finding Nemo, The Incredibles, Cars, Inside Out and Coco franchises, among many others. Pixar also develops proprietary software, most notably RenderMan, a rendering technology used across the film and visual effects industry, and has produced series and shorts for streaming platforms.
Locations and Audience
Pixar’s films are released worldwide through Disney, and its characters appear in theme park attractions, consumer products and publishing. The studio’s campus in Emeryville is a working production facility rather than a public attraction. Audiences, educators and aspiring animators can learn about its creative process through behind-the-scenes materials, educational resources and published books, while release details for individual films are announced by the studio.
Why Consider Pixar
Pixar is a good reference point for anyone interested in how storytelling and technology combine in animation. Its films are valued by families, critics and industry professionals, and its published behind-the-scenes material offers insight into character design, story development and the production pipeline, making it a useful resource for students and aspiring artists.