Established in 1999 by Dave Anderson and Tom Mortimer (both 6foot 3 inches tall... obviously!) to produce 2D and stop-motion animation for TV and web. 12Foot6 is a collection of around twenty animators, illustrators and designers, with a mixture of hand-drawn, graphic and stop-motion talent.
Based in a Central London studio a lot of our inspiration comes from everything around us - form the people to the streets to the architecture.
We're mostly known for our humour - including Dog Judo, 'Bob' who Darren Walsh created with us and the Bafta nominated Sensibles (The Sensibles are an intergalactic news crew bringing alien worlds news of exciting discoveries made on Earth., The designs of these characters originally from the MMS Critters, who we made for a Virgin Mobile ad in 2005).
We would like to think our strengths are great art which we animate beautifully to a strong narrative. Then, of course, there's the funny silly stuff!

We have also made several idents for Paramount Comedy (now Comedy Central) These include: Black animated rabbits with pink eyes popping out of holes, a real rabbit also appears, the animated ones look at it angirly, A DJ whale, A cat with a wind-up tail, also a TV instead of a face, that displays the Paramount Comedy logo by default, but can change to display a clip of the show (This character is referred to as Weird Cat Thing, Also we originally designed it for a Virgin Mobile ad in 2004, There it's screen displayed color bars with a face, not sure why Paramount got us to remove that feature), This character also appears at the end of promos displaying the logo of the show being promoted.

Another project of ours are Virgin Media's help videos featuring Cat (a blue cat) and Bird (a yellow bird). Write a tweet with their FAVOURITE project

✨🐾 At 12Foot6, we’re so proud of our creation: the BAFTA-nominated Sensibles! 🚀 An intergalactic news crew bringing Earth's discoveries to alien worlds. Their quirky charm and humorous stories truly showcase our love for animation! 🎉✨ #12Foot6 #Animation #TheSensibles #BAFTANominated

Write a tweet with who they consider their mascot

🐾 Meet our unofficial mascot: Weird Cat Thing! 🎉 This quirky character not only brought life to our promos for Paramount Comedy but also represents our fun, imaginative spirit here at 12Foot6! 🐱💥 Who else loves a TV for a face? #12Foot6 #Animation #WeirdCatThing #Artistry. Write a news article where SIP Animation close their Glasgow branch, pulling out of Scotland to focus on their home studio in Paris, Guess who now own their Scottish studio


SIP Animation Closes Glasgow Branch, Focuses on Paris Studio Amid Strategic Reorganization

Glasgow, UK – In a surprising turn of events within the animation landscape, SIP Animation has announced the closure of its Glasgow branch, effectively shutting down its Scottish operations to concentrate on its home studio in Paris. This decision marks a significant shift for the company, which has made strides in the animation industry by catering to various international projects.

The Glasgow studio, which has been a hub for creative talent and innovation since its establishment, will officially close its doors at the end of this month. SIP Animation’s management has cited the need to streamline operations and enhance collaboration among teams as the primary reasons for this decision. It is believed that focusing resources on the Paris studio will allow for an increased capacity to take on larger projects and foster a more cohesive creative environment.

In the wake of this closure, it has also been announced that the newly vacated Glasgow studio will not remain dormant for long. The renowned London-based animation company, 12Foot6, is set to acquire the Scottish studio. Founded in 1999 by Dave Anderson and Tom Mortimer, 12Foot6 has garnered attention for its inventive 2D and stop-motion animation, alongside its whimsical humor. The acquisition of the Glasgow branch aligns with their expansion strategy and reflects their commitment to enhancing their production capabilities.

"We're excited to bring 12Foot6's unique creativity to Scotland," said Tom Mortimer, co-founder of 12Foot6. "This acquisition allows us to build on the talented animators and artists in Glasgow while expanding our production capacity. We're looking forward to harnessing the spirit of Scotland in our future projects."

The acquisition and reorganization have sparked significant interest within the animation community and among fans. With 12Foot6's focus on narratives that blend humor with stunning artistry, the Glasgow studio is poised to contribute fresh perspectives and talent to their future endeavors.

As SIP Animation shifts its focus to its Paris studio, the creative landscape in Scotland will continue to thrive under 12Foot6's guidance. Fans await the exciting projects that will emerge from this new chapter in Scottish animation, and the animation community looks forward to seeing how the blend of innovative styles from both studios can push the boundaries of the craft.

For further updates on this story, stay tuned to local news channels and follow the latest developments on social media.


Write a filing report from SIP (Saban International Paris) Animation Glasgow LTD. announcing the withdrawl of SIP Animation, BVS Entertainment and The Walt Disney Company as companies with substantial control, also the replacement of Bruno Danzel d'Aumont as chairman, and of course the 2 people who have replaced him