Mathew Rees
Head of CG Animation
Aardman Animation
Mathew Rees has been a professional animator since 2010 and is currently head of CG animation at Aardman Animation, known for Wallace & Gromit. He’s worked on many short films and commercial projects for Aardman. Mathew found his inspiration from the late, great animation legend Richard Williams who shared office space at Aardman. Mathew was blown about by his talent and would spend his lunchtime listening to Richard’s stories about Milt Kahl and Ken Harris. He’s been a mentor since 2012 and currently teaches Body Mechanics, the second Core Character Animation Course at Animation Mentor.
Mathew’s Credits
Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget
Pirates! Band of Misfits
Films
- Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget
- Pirates! Band of Misfits
Short Films
- Remote
- Flight of the Stories
- Darkside
- Special Delivery
- Ray’s Big Idea
- The Bear and the Squirrel
- Grandpa in My Pocket
Television / Video
- Grandpa in My Pocket
Games
- Wallace & Gromit: The Big Fix Up
- Conflict: Desert Storm 2
- Conflict: Vietnam
- The Great Escape
What Mathew’s Students are Saying
Best Mentor I've Had So Far
Mat has been the best mentor I have had so far, he’s very hands on with his Q&As, and always has an answer to our questions. His critiques are fantastic, and I can really see where I need to improve with the way he explains it, I feel I have improved massively since having Mat has a mentor. Thanks Mat!
Mat Just Gets It
Mat Rees just gets it. Just the black and white of how things work. He can see instantly what causes issues. Best of all he explains things in a way that makes total sense to me. On top of all that he’s clever, entertaining and down to earth. And generous with his time.
Most Helpful Mentor I've Ever Had
Mat is an all around superstar. He’s the most helpful mentor I’ve ever had, kind in his feedback and incredibly encouraging. I really wasn’t sure if taking this course was a good idea but learning from him has made the course worth every penny I paid. Such an amazing once in a lifetime experience!
Highlight What Needs Improvement
Mathew always has the time to answer your questions and he is able to highlight areas of your animation that need improvement and explain why they need more. Mathew also opens your shot during the Q&A and shows you how to fix a problem that you may be having with your shot which I find extremely helpful in helping me visualize what it should look like or how the curves should look.
Best Mentor I've Had So Far
Mat has been the best mentor I have had so far, he’s very hands on with his Q&As, and always has an answer to our questions. His critiques are fantastic, and I can really see where I need to improve with the way he explains it, I feel I have improved massively since having Mat has a mentor. Thanks Mat!
Mat Just Gets It
Mat Rees just gets it. Just the black and white of how things work. He can see instantly what causes issues. Best of all he explains things in a way that makes total sense to me. On top of all that he’s clever, entertaining and down to earth. And generous with his time.
Most Helpful Mentor I've Ever Had
Mat is an all around superstar. He’s the most helpful mentor I’ve ever had, kind in his feedback and incredibly encouraging. I really wasn’t sure if taking this course was a good idea but learning from him has made the course worth every penny I paid. Such an amazing once in a lifetime experience!
Highlight What Needs Improvement
Mathew always has the time to answer your questions and he is able to highlight areas of your animation that need improvement and explain why they need more. Mathew also opens your shot during the Q&A and shows you how to fix a problem that you may be having with your shot which I find extremely helpful in helping me visualize what it should look like or how the curves should look.
Courses Taught By Mathew
Courses may vary from term to term.