Nicolas Gebbe, a multifaceted creative force, was born in the vibrant city of London in 1986. Today, he resides and pursues his artistic endeavors in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, where he has established himself as a talented 3D artist, filmmaker, and sound designer.
Gebbe's academic background is marked by his receipt of an art diploma from Hochschule für Gestaltung Offenbach in 2018, with a major focus on film. This formal training has served as a solid foundation for his exploration of experimental 3D animation and innovative hybrid film formats.
Throughout his career, Gebbe's animated short films have garnered significant recognition, with screenings at esteemed festivals such as the Locarno Film Festival, Festival du Nouveau Cinèma Montreal, and Ann Arbor Film Festival. His innovative approach has not gone unnoticed, as he continues to push the boundaries of storytelling through his unique visual style.
In recent years, Gebbe's work has achieved notable accolades, including the prestigious Hessischer Filmpreis in 2022 for his hybrid project, The Sunset Special. Additionally, his VR short film, Lockdown Dreamscape VR, took home the VR storytelling award at LICHTER Filmfest Frankfurt International in the same year.
Further information regarding Gebbe's work can be found on his official website, Square Eyes Film, which features a selection of his short films, including The Sunset Special.
