“I worked withBrian, providing illustrations/paper toy designs for the book ‘Paper Toy Monsters’. Brian managed to gather together paper toy designers from around the globe to create this fantastic book. He is an inspiring creative director, designer, illustrator, paper engineer… animator, the list is just endless! A very talented guy and a pleasure to work with. Hopefully we will collaborate again some time soon.”
May 9, 2012
~Jennifer Bryan, Illustrator (Freelance), Creaturekebab
worked directly with Brian at Freelance 2D/3D Motion Graphics Designer/Animator, Los Angeles, CA
“Brian is hands down one of the best 3D/2D Designer Animators out there. He is passionate, professional, and serious about everything he creates!”
March 21, 2011
~Howard Nourmand, Owner, Grand Jeté managed Brian at Freelance 2D/3D Motion Graphics Designer/Animator, Los Angeles, CA
“Brian’s design work is always fresh and professional. His commercial commissions respect and amplify product brand while maintaining his own unique aesthetic, which is a rare talent.”
February 18, 2010
~Keith Kurman, President, Creative Director, Delta Twilight, Inc. was with another company when working with Brian at Freelance 2D/3D Motion Graphics Designer/Animator, Los Angeles, CA
“Brian Castleforte is one of the best 3D animators I know. He is also great at problem solving, has quick turn around, professional, and has become an invaluable team member. He has come through for me on multiple occasions and brought great results to my projects. I’m glad to know Brian as an animator but also as a wonderful friend.”
February 11, 2010
~Sandra Lim Producer, Buster Design, hired Brian as a 2D/3D animator in 2008, and hired Brian more than once
“Brian is amazing. He’s always pushing his own boundaries, and, by example, those of us who work with him and know him. I started working with Brian about 10 years ago, and he’s been an inspiration to me not just in the motion graphics field, where his work blows me away, but in the way he’s expanded his horizons to other ventures, such as illustration, designing and creating vinyl toys, building a whole community of paper toy makers, showing his work at galleries, creating an iPhone app… raising a puppy… the list goes on. These projects start as a passion and grow into a business, yet all the while, he continues to stay passionate about it all because he clearly loves what he does. That kind of enthusiasm is contagious.”
November 11, 2009
~Andrew Hoeveler, Creative Director, ritual.tv
“Brian has a very compatible personality with his humor and gets along with just about everyone he works with. His work speaks for itself as he’s been praised on www.motionographer.com many times. I would definitely look forward to working with him if I had the chance.”
October 28, 2009
~Herman Kim, 3D artist, NYLON LA
“Brian is very passionate and dedicated to his craft. I found him knowledgeable and articulate in helping me understand the business. His insight and creativity allowed me to further appreciate the dynamics of the design/graphics industry. I am continually amazed by Brian’s artistic skills and feel he is an outstanding designer.”
October 26, 2009
~Nina Larkin, Licensed MFT, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Nina Larkin, MFT
“Working with Brian was a total pleasure. He was quick and accurate in his overall grasp of the project and his delivery elements were perfect. His contribution to the project was essential in the great success we had with it. The client was so pleased with the project that they came back several times for updates based on the foundation clip. I’m looking forward to the opportunity of working with Brian again.”
October 26, 2009
~Steven Wren hired Brian as a 3D Artist in 2006
“Brian is one of the finest director/designer/animators i have ever had the pleasure of working with. his commitment to his craft and consequently, the project, is unsurpassed. he consistently delivers beyond expectation, on time, and is simply a ‘whole lotta fun’ to have around.”
October 25, 2009
~Thom Blackburn hired Brian as a design and animation in 2008,
“Brian is a dynamic creative talent with a work ethic to match. His book speaks volumes about what he brings creatively. When you hire Brian, you’re getting a creative super star without the prima donna attitude. A great guy who is easy to work with. He adds value to any project and I wouldn’t hesitate to work with him again. I recommend Brian without reservation.”
October 25, 2009
~Paul Hebron hired Brian as a Designer in 1992,
“Brian combines two very special conditions: a super talented art director, and an excellent human being. This makes him an outstanding professional and a trustworthy person. I highly recommend him.”
October 23, 2009
~Agustín Valcarenghi, Co-Owner, 2veinte
“Brian is one of the most innovative, and original artists I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. He is constantly looking for new ideas and approaches to his craft. He is art, and a true artist. His personality makes being around him and working with him a pleasure. I would recommend Brian for any and all projects and look forward for an opportunity to work with him.”
October 23, 2009
~Marcy Bulkeley, Music Supervisor, BLT & Associates
“I hired Brian to work on a video project and he delivered fantastic work. He is extremely professional, has a great work ethic, and most and foremost is extremely creative. Both the client and I were extremely happy with the final work delivered. I must also say that Brian went above and beyond the scope of the original project as he made various out of scope revisions at no extra cost. I highly recommend him if you ever need state of the art and forward thinking/out of the box video work.”
October 23, 2009
~Pierre Kremer , Creative Director for Agency Net
“I have had the pleasure of knowing Brian for some time and always find him to be one of the most enthusiastic creatives on earth! Working on projects together he is guaranteed to be organised and inspiring throughout.”
October 23, 2009
~Ben OBrien, Illustrator/Designer, Ben the Illustrator
“Brian , hands down, is one of the best artist I have ever worked with. Super fun, super nice , and super knowledgeable on 2D animation and specializes in 3D execution at its finest. From feature film to broadcast, Brian has a strong grasp on all mediums. He is also an authority on Cinema 4D, and is one of my main Go-to guys for Cinema questions. I cant wait to work with Brain again on future projects.”
March 10, 2009
~Chad Bonanno, Designer Animator, Buster Design
“Dear Brian-
It brings great pleasure to share the unfolding of your creative talents and professional contribution to the graphic industry. Knowing you over ten years and watching you build your career with continual knowledge of cutting edge technology, a passion for new design and a personal attention to the professional ethics is takes to build a business.
You are an inspiration to any entrepreneur and will make an important impression in the coming years. Glad to know you and add you to my professional network not to mention the friendship we share that I cherish deeply. All the best to you!”
March 10, 2009
~CHERYL CANTER-VALESELLA, Founder and Creative Director, Baked it Myself!, Inc.
“Brian produces remarkable work in the budgets and timelines specified (= producer’s dream). He’s always on my shortlist of solid designer/animators to hire.”
January 15, 2009
~Ella Gray, Interactive Project Manager, Blitz
“Brian is a super dope designer that never ceases to amaze and inspire. Add that to his awesome animation skills in both 2D and 3D and you’ve got one super talented guy to rock a project with. He’s also a really cool dude and fun at parties.”
January 13, 2009
~Jason Cook, Creative Director / Partner, NYLON LA