Netflix Animated Series Arcane and Love, Death + Robots Win Multiple Emmys

Netflix animation dominates. Arcane and Love, Death + Robots collectively win six juried category Emmys for outstanding individual achievements.

In a resounding triumph for animated storytelling, Netflix’s acclaimed series, Arcane and Love, Death + Robots, have been honored with a combined six Emmy Awards. The Television Academy announced the juried category winners in Animation, recognizing outstanding individual achievements that bring these visually stunning worlds to life.

This recognition solidifies their places at the forefront of modern animation, celebrated for their artistic innovation and meticulous attention to detail. Love, Death + Robots led the charge with four wins, while Arcane secured two, showcasing the depth of talent behind these beloved series. The awards highlight the pivotal roles of artists and designers in creating immersive and memorable animated experiences.

Arcane Wins Two Emmys

The hit animated series Arcane, a collaboration between Riot Games and Fortiche Production, garnered two Emmys for its exceptional artistic contributions. The wins were for Outstanding Individual Achievement in Animation, specifically recognizing the show’s intricate visual elements.

• Background Design: The Emmy for Background Design was awarded to Bruno Couchinho for his work on the episode “The Dirt Under Your Nails.” This award celebrates the creation of the series’ detailed settings, which are crucial to establishing the rich world of Piltover and the underground city of Zaun. Couchinho’s work is an integral part of the show’s unique aesthetic, combining painterly textures with detailed architectural designs to create a powerful sense of place.
• Color: The episode “The Message Hidden Within the Pattern” earned Faustine Dumontier the Emmy for Colorscript and Color Keys Artist. This award recognizes the careful use of color to set the mood, guide the narrative, and define the emotional tone of scenes.

Love, Death + Robots Takes Home Four Emmys

The anthology series Love, Death + Robots, produced by Blur Studio for Netflix, was the biggest winner in the animation categories, taking home an impressive four Emmy Awards for Outstanding Individual Achievement in Animation.

The series is celebrated for its diverse styles and groundbreaking animation techniques, and these awards honor the specific creative talents behind two of its standout episodes.

• Character Animation: Daryl Graham received an Emmy for his work as 2D Animation Supervisor on the episode “400 Boys.” Graham’s animation work is a testament to the series’ ability to push the boundaries of animated character performance.
• Character Design: Also for the episode “400 Boys,” Robert Valley was honored with an Emmy for his exceptional Character Design. Valley’s distinctive style is a cornerstone of the episode’s visual identity. This award recognizes the creativity and skill in bringing unique personalities to life through design.
• Production Design: The episode “How Zeke Got Religion” earned Gigi Cavenago an Emmy for his role as Art Director. Production design is essential to creating a cohesive and believable world, and Cavenago’s work is a prime example of this. The award recognizes the overall aesthetic of the episode, encompassing its set designs and environments.
• Storyboard: Edgar Martins was awarded an Emmy for his work as Storyboard Artist on “How Zeke Got Religion.” Storyboarding is the foundational visual blueprint of a film or series, and Martins’ work was singled out for its exceptional clarity and dramatic staging. This award celebrates his ability to translate the script into a compelling visual sequence, guiding the episode’s direction and pacing.

Both Arcane and Love, Death + Robots are streaming now on Netflix. Arcane is comprised of two seasons, while Love, Death + Robots‘ latest season is its fourth.

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