Mirabelle Lapenna
Story Artist and Animator
murbixart@gmail.com
Story Artist and Animator
murbixart@gmail.com
Currently in production.
In an astrophysics lab, a strict scientist and her bold young coworker clash over their work's importance. The argument escalates until a miniature star breaks free, forcing them to gain some perspective.
I produced this project with my friend Nicole Coveney during the summer of 2025.
Additionally, I animated a shot for the project, created promotional materials, and created the credit sequence.
In May of 2025, my friend Nicole Coveney and I sought out to make a MAP
for Steven Universe. I set up an interest form to choose the song
and advertised it solely through our Instagram stories,
garnering nearly 40 responses.
Here's the sheet I used to track shot assignments and progress,
checking every few weeks until the due date. I used a discord server so
people could share their progress and talk along the way.
The shot that I reanimated.
A frazzled IT worker develops an untimely case of hiccups. With just minutes before her shift resumes, she embarks on a frantic quest to cure them using internet-sourced remedies.
Early draft and visdev viewable on its Rookies entry page!
The finished film.
My first short film; A little tribute to the power of friendship in dark times.
I’m currently pursuing my BFA in animation at the School of Visual Arts in New York City, where I’m learning how to bring ideas to life, hands on. I’m naturally curious, with an interest in art history and philosophy—both of which motivate my storytelling.
I specialize in animation and storyboarding, with a background in traditional media. With over 5 years of experience contributing to the local visual and performing arts, I hope to use my education to enter the animation industry as a story artist. I want my stories to inspire people to discern what truly makes them happy and to have the courage to pursue it.
When I’m not working on my latest project(s), you’ll find me writing down story ideas in my never-ending list, walking through my favorite NYC parks with some news podcasts, or baking something sweet while my rabbit runs into my ankles.
If you'd like to contact me for work, feel free to send an email!
murbixart@gmail.com