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Ruth Harbison

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There's been a lot of radio silence on here for me, and it's because I was off making a short film with the incredible @jupjup95.art ! Happy Hauntings is done and dusted, and it will be premiering at the @galwayfilm fleadh this July!

Thank you to everyone who dedicated their time and talent into getting this 8 and a half minute handdrawn animated film made!

"Spirits must pay up with screams to keep their haunting priveliges, and Ghost is in arrears."

If the logline sounds silly enough to entice you, Happy Hauntings will be screening at the Galway Film Fleadh on July 12th at 12pm! Come along if you're in the area!

If you're half the world away, Happy Hauntings will slowly start creeping into other festivals soon 👻

#galwayfilmfleadh #animation #shortfilm #cartoon #happyhauntings by @animationispain

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My TV series concept 'Space Aged' was presented at @cartoon_media.eu this week! It's a wacky space adventure that follows the story of the young, fiery astronaut, Astra, and her roudy elderly crew. Keep an eye on @studiomeala for updates on the project! Background artwork by @shanooloo #spaceaged #studiomeala #cartoonforum #cartoon taken in Toulouse by @animationispain

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Happy Halloween! 🎃 This is a short I made for @studiomeala that I've been working on in my spare time for the past couple of months! Thanks to @lisholoz and @phoebesoddities for the help! And credit to my brother Tom for the awesome music!
#halloween #happyhalloween #studiomeala #smashingpumpkins #animation #cartoon #art #spooky #rock #oc #originalcharacter #animationispain #ruthharbison #ruthharbison2021 by @animationispain

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Celebrate the brilliance and innovation of female filmmakers in this inspiring showcase. From captivating narratives to breathtaking animation, these films spotlight the power of women’s voices in cinema.

SPARK ANIMATION 2026 🌟
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2026
9:00 PM
Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre
181 Roundhouse Mews, Vancouver, BC

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SPARK ANIMATION 2026 ⚡️
September 17 - 20, 2026
Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre
181 Roundhouse Mews, Vancouver, BC

Want to buy a ticket for our upcoming talks? Find your ticket or the Super-Pass by going to our website, sparkcg.org, or by clicking the link in our Instagram highlights! Get yours now while supplies last!

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#SparkCG #SparkAnimation2026 #FilmSubmission #Animation #VancouverAnimation Canada Animation Movie Animated Conference Festival Talk SPARKCG SPARK SparkCGAnimation Behind The Scenes Short Films

A little spirit named Ghost needs to gather screams if they want to keep their haunting privileges. But catching screams has been difficult, even before their haunted house got demolished!

Happy Hauntings is a quaint and heartwarming supernatural comedy about two little spirits with their own goals in mind, but who knows just what the future might hold.

Tamara, a middle-aged immigrant woman, works as a metro cleaner. Her daily routine is interspersed by memories of her past life filled with dancing. One day, she breaks social norms by dancing in a subway car, shedding her invisibility and reclaiming her identity.

Helpless in the face of a repressive state, a young couple leaves their home - an escape that turns into a surreal nightmare. taken in Vancouver, British Columbia by @animationispain

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My new jam is questionable perspective, neat shoes, and loud colours 🫡 I hope y'all enjoy questionable perspective, neat shoes, and loud colours 🫡 #animation #illustration #art #comic #oc #originalcharacter #characterdesign #rollerskating #animationispain #ruthharbison #rhanimation2k24 Pink haired woman wearing yellow rollerblades, leaning forward and holding a bright yellow helmet behind her back. by @animationispain

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Experimenting with colour and cool shoes 👞 She doesn't want to talk you u, btw 😒 #animation #illustration #cartoon #oc #originalcharacter #characterdesign #animationispain #ruthharbison #rhanimation2k25 by @animationispain

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A promo poster for Happy Hauntings, a silly lil short film I'm making with a few friends 👻 It's guaranteed to be goofy 🫡

#animation #cartoon #film #happyhauntings #originalcharacter #oc #irishanimation #ruthharbison #rhanimation2k25 by @animationispain

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Just a lil guy havin' a good time 💖 A small animation test of Imp for my short film Happy Hauntings 👻 More spooky updates coming soon 👻 #happyhauntings #animation #illustration #cartoon #originalcharacter #characterdesign #film #animationispain #rhanimation2k25 by @animationispain

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Just a little guy doin' their best :) What are they gonna catch in that net? Who knows 🤷‍♂️ #animation #film #characterdesign #originalcharacter #oc #illustration #cartoon #art #animationispain #rhanimation2k24 taken in Happy Hauntings by @animationispain

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Throwback to a few OG characters that have featured on here many years back 🥺🫶 Andrea, Dale, Becca and Oliver, ready to get on each others nerves on another dumb adventure.
#animation #illustration #oc #originalcharacter #cartoon #art #characterdesign #thescienceofadventure #ruthharbison #animationispain #rhanimation2k24 taken in Adventuring by @animationispain

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Please help me choose a design for a little Imp and his Ghost friend for a short film I'm making! Comment your favourite duo number, or suggest a combo between any of the Imp/Ghost designs! Your feedback is much appreciated 🥹👉👈 #characterdesign #animation #illustration #cartoon #oc #originalcharacter #art #animationispain ##rhanimation2k24 A cartoon illustration for animation featuring a ghost and a demon, cute character designs art taken in Spooky Town by @animationispain

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