HANDMADE
HAPPINESS
Documentary / Animation
Director: Vivien Mason
A colourful stop motion animated documentary exploring how a passion for craft helps four makers overcome adversity. A carer finds purpose in knitting and making yarn. A health worker starts a men’s knitting circle. A new Tasmanian inspires others by teaching ceramics, and an arts worker sews old textiles to create new items and new hope for a sustainable future.
Credits
Featuring Sam Leishman, Shichao “Saisai” Luo, Paul Rubie, Sybilla Scott-Smith
Directed and Designed by Vivien Mason
Animation by Vivien Mason, Avon Blazely and Jenae Hall
Puppet fabrication by Vivien Mason
Assistant puppet fabricators Avon Blazely and Jenae Hall
Editing and sound design by Vivien Mason
Score Composed by Frances Cameron
Sound Mix by Mike Gissing
Producer Vivien Mason
Impact Producers Lara Van Ray and Catherine Pettman
Executive Producers Abi Binning and Franziska Wagenfeld
Behind the scenes trailer Ebony ten Broeke