I admired Mark Gustafson, even before I met him. A pillar of stop motion animation- a true artist. A compassionate, sensitive and mordantly witty man. A Legend- and a friend that inspired and gave hope to all around him. He passed away yesterday. Today we honor and miss him.
He leaves behind a Titanic legacy of animation that goes back to the very origins of Claymation and that shaped the career and craft of countless animators. He leaves friends and colleagues and a historic filmography. Prayers and thoughts go to his beloved wife, Jennifer.
@RealGDT i was just watching it again yesterday. im sorry you lost your friend. it reminds me of the end of the movie. and just like that, it's gone.
@RealGDT Oh nooooo. We worked with Mark way back in the day on a Wrigley's commercial shot in NZ. One of the funniest directors and all around humans i've ever had the pleasure of working with. Condolences to his family.
@RealGDT Very sad. So sorry for your loss. Too young!
@RealGDT Mark Gustafson was an extraordinary human human and a remarkable artist. We will miss you deeply. You have left us too soon. Mark you will live in our hearts forever.
@RealGDT Y'all were a remarkable collaborate. Thank you for your works. We lost a maestro.