Eric Leiser, a multifaceted creative force, embodies an impressive array of artistic disciplines, including filmmaking, animation, holography, puppetry, writing, and, intriguingly, former funeral directing. Born in California, he now resides in New York, where he continues to nurture his artistic expression.
A graduate of California Institute of the Arts' prestigious Experimental Animation program and the Fine Art program, Eric has meticulously refined his craft, exploring the realms of animated and live-action feature films, as well as intricate works that seamlessly blend animation, puppetry, painting, holography, live performance, and installation.
His extensive skill set enables him to effortlessly traverse the boundaries between mediums, resulting in a diverse and captivating body of work that showcases his remarkable versatility.
Noted animator and filmmaker Eric has amassed a substantial body of work throughout his illustrious career, boasting an impressive portfolio of feature films that has continued to grow in scope and ambition over the years.
To date, Eric has produced four feature films that have garnered widespread recognition and acclaim: Faustbook, Imagination, Glitch in the Grid, and Apocalypsis, each one showcasing his unique vision and storytelling prowess.
Moreover, Eric's creative output extends far beyond his feature films, as he has also produced an astonishing number of short films, with a staggering total of over 70 shorts to his name, spanning a period of nearly three decades, from 1997 to the present day.
This remarkable body of work not only demonstrates Eric's remarkable versatility as a filmmaker but also his unwavering dedication to pushing the boundaries of his craft, exploring new themes, and experimenting with innovative techniques.
As Eric's career continues to unfold, he is currently hard at work on his fifth animated feature film, Twilight Park, which promises to be an equally impressive and thought-provoking addition to his oeuvre.
Eric's remarkable body of work serves as a testament to his boundless creativity, technical skill, and unwavering passion for storytelling, cementing his status as a leading figure in the world of animation and filmmaking.
Eric's brother, Jeffrey Leiser, has had the pleasure of working alongside him on various creative projects, specifically in the realm of music and sound design for his feature films and short films, with a few notable exceptions to this collaborative partnership. The Leiser Brothers have also shared writing credits for a pair of feature films, Imagination and Twilight Park, with the assistance of their colleague and collaborator, Maude Swift.
As a respected and accomplished holographer and fine artist, Eric's work has garnered significant recognition and acclaim, with his innovative creations featured prominently in a range of publications focused on contemporary art, animation, and physics/optics.
Eric's work is proudly featured in the permanent collection of the esteemed EYE Filmmuseum in Amsterdam, as well as numerous prominent film collections globally, showcasing his impressive contributions to the world of fine artworks.
Furthermore, Eric has had the distinction of presenting his solo exhibitions at various prestigious institutions, including the renowned Künstlerhaus Bethanien in Berlin, the internationally recognized Binálé Video Art Biennial in Budapest, the Roswell Museum in Roswell, New Mexico, and numerous other esteemed establishments.
Notable group exhibitions showcasing Eric's work have been held at prestigious institutions such as The Whitney Museum of American Art, a renowned cultural and educational organization in the United States, as well as Katrupgårdsamlingen Museum in Copenhagen, Denmark, a prominent cultural institution dedicated to preserving and exhibiting art, design, and architecture.
Additionally, his animated/live-action films have been showcased at prominent museums and festivals, including the Whitney Museum of American Art, a leading institution in the United States, the MIT Museum, a museum dedicated to the history and science of technology, Victoria and Albert Museum, a world-renowned museum of art and design in the United Kingdom, and Museum of Modern Art Antwerp, a leading museum of modern and contemporary art in Belgium, among others.
Notable film festivals that have showcased Eric's remarkable cinematic creations include the esteemed Cannes Film Festival, a renowned international event that attracts industry professionals and enthusiasts alike. Additionally, his work has been featured at the Annecy International Animation Festival, a premier platform for showcasing innovative and groundbreaking animation. Furthermore, Eric's talents have been recognized at the Hiroshima International Animation Festival, a prestigious event that celebrates the art of animation from around the world.
