Artist Bio
Byan Lackey (he/him) is an animator, digital 3D modeler, and digital painter based in the United States. Working primarily in 2D animation, his work combines expressive character animation with richly detailed digital backgrounds, often exploring themes of hard work, growth, and personal experience. He studied digital art and animation at East Carolina University and has spent the past decade developing his practice, gaining thousands of views for his story-driven animations. He is currently developing a new animated short focused on character, growth, and personal reflection.
Artist Statement
My creativity began with my dad, whose encouragement showed me that art could connect me with others. Over time, creating became more than a hobby—it became a way to share experiences, emotions, and ideas with people.
My work often explores overcoming obstacles, personal growth, and the lessons learned through difficult experiences. I primarily work in digital 2D animation, using careful planning, storyboarding, audio editing, and animation to bring these stories to life. My style combines clean lines and shading with expressive, cartoony characters.
Inspired by the YouTubers and cartoons I grew up with, I aim to create work that is entertaining, meaningful, and encourages people to keep moving forward.