IAN CHRISTIAN BLANCHE is a first-generation Chilean-American raised in sunny Los Angeles who developed his perpetual sense of wonder through random acts of vandalism. Ian pursued more appropriate means of expression at UC Berkeley, where he taught classes on comic books while still an undergraduate student.
Ian earned his MFA at the USC School of Cinematic Arts. He co-founded the Trojan Entertainment Network, a groundbreaking industry group that shifted USC's approach to alumni relations.
Ian has produced eight feature films, including Taiwanese, Japanese and Vietnamese co-productions. His next release is 2024's CAMERA, starring Beau Bridges and Jessica Parker Kennedy.
Ian Christian Blanche has delivered dozens of commercial campaigns for some of the world's leading brands.
Born in Nicaragua, MARIA BLANCHE is an artist and award-winning filmmaker. She studied at UC Berkeley and the Animation Division of USC’s School of Cinematic Arts.
Her films combine different media including stop-motion, live-action, and traditional animation. Her thesis film <File Not Found> was a Student Academy Award nominee.
Her experience includes work as a digital artist and animation director for clients including as Google, Twitter, and 72 & Sunny.
Maria works with groups and individuals to foster organic creativity for professional and personal development. In the fast-paced media landscape, the future belongs to individuals and brands that align with a holistic and integrated approach to living.