In Motion returns to London in 2026 as the creative meet-up of the year, right at the heart of European animation and media production.
Expect two days full of trailblazing artists in animation, motion design, and liquid cutting-edge creativity. Forward-thinkers, boundary-pushers, media-benders, new trends, innovative artworks, and exciting technologies – all the things that spark your artistry and INSPIRE!
Tickets are now live and you can get yours here.
In addition, do you actively support the creative community? Connect with emerging and established talent? Engage in a program that celebrates innovation within the moving image? Whether you’re here to exchange ideas, scout talent, or network with the industry, our Studio Partner Packages offer a simple and effective way to take part in our program. Think:
➡️ Studio visibility online and on-site
➡️ Exclusive breakfast club
➡️ Time slot in the Industry Garden
➡️ And much more! Explore the options here.
Curious what past participants had to say about In Motion London 2025?
Browse below some testimonials!
THE IN MOTION LONDON 2025 EXPERIENCE
✨ “Coming away from In Motion Playgrounds, I felt both grounded and expanded. It was an excellent reminder that good animation practice is still at its core about empathy and communication. Creative technology advancements are widening what’s possible if we approach them with curiosity and care.
It got me thinking that animation’s strength lies in its ability to build new, better worlds and how to see our reality anew from other perspectives.” Helen Piercy – V
“Very inspired by the work and people I’ve seen at this amazing event, In Motion. I’m leaving with a huge dose of inspiration and a deep respect for the craft. Thank you to all the speakers and the We Are Playgrounds team!” Kaleu B. Stefano – Senior Motion Graphic Designer
“Let’s talk about this year’s We Are Playgrounds INNNNNN Motion Festival
This year the festival brought us some of the biggest names on the creative stage, under one roof. The Barbican Centre [London] has turned into a playground of creativity and innovation. A place where you could get your creative brain cells fired up and recharged for a new challenge, connect with fellow artists and dive deeper into behind the scenes of the biggest creative campaigns in our industry.
This festival is great not because of the big names it introduces [although that’s in here too] but because it introduces the individual artists, giving them a stage to show up their amazing talent and passion for creating.” Nela Angelova – Specialising in Motion Guidelines for Brands, Kinetic Typography and File Organisation
✨ “Connecting with fellow aspiring creators and being part of such a passionate community reminded me exactly why I’m so driven to grow in this industry. I’m leaving the event more motivated than ever to keep pushing forward.” Musa Iftikhar Ali – 2D Animator
“Back from In Motion London by We Are Playgrounds — and o-m-g!
I’m completely hooked on these events. The energy you leave with is just unmatched — that mix of inspiration, excitement, and creative drive.
Meeting and chatting with your “motion heroes,” discovering new artists, and seeing incredible work up close is always so captivating. The talks were wonderfully diverse, sparking innovative ideas and reigniting that inner creative spark.
That’s why I keep coming back to these events — they’re literally our adult playgrounds. Already counting down to the next one” Carol Markowski – Freelance 2D Motion Designer and Rive Animator @CaracolMotion
TAKING PART IN THE INDUSTRY GARDEN
“Attending the Playground event in London this year was both inspiring and a meaningful opportunity to observe where the creative industry is heading.
Being in the same space with some of the leading creative minds of the industry, sharing processes, vision, was truly energising.
One of the highlights for me was meeting so many young talents and reviewing their portfolios. We came across incredible artistic potential and strong visual thinking. However, it was also clear that many of them are still hesitant when it comes to taking their first big step into the industry.
Through our conversations, we tried to encourage them by sharing our own journey, how everyone starts exactly from that point, and how opportunities multiply once the first move is made.
My takeaway is simple: The talent is already there. The key is having the confidence to put that talent forward with conviction.” Ahmet İltas – Founder/ Executive Creative Director @Aniverse
Our team loved reviewing all the incredible portfolios, and were blown away by the energy and passion from artists sharing their work.
A big thank-you to everyone who stopped by to present their projects, and have a chat about all things animation and storytelling. Hearing your stories, providing mentorship and exchanging ideas is what events like this are all about.” DNEG – Animation and Post-Production Studio