Gabi Fernandez is a stop-motion animator based in Chicago. Originally from Brazil, her passion lies in exploring visually impactful stories that let go of dialogue and challenge the language barrier. In 2021 she received her BFA in Animation from DePaul University in Chicago, where she cultivated her love for storytelling and creative collaboration. Recently she attended the Stop-Motion Masters program at BAU College of Art and Design Barcelona, where she was able to dive into different aspects of stop-motion as a medium alongside a community of other international artists.