Matt Boismier [b.1984] is a Tecumseh, Ontario born multi-disciplinary artist who translates the energy of people and places into vibrant compositions that highlight the beauty in the everyday. His work is anchored in observation, yet shaped by intuition and his personal style creates a collection that feels immediate and alive.

Boismier, who goes by the artist name “Tooninator”, blends his background of illustration and animation with a fine arts approach. Working nearly 15 years as a character designer, art director and visual development artist for the animation industry allows him to create expressive watercolour work that brings a strong sense of character, movement and mood.

Moving to the Sunshine Coast in 2021, Boismier now calls Gibsons home and is an active member of the art community. He’s the founder of the monthly event Drink + Doodle and can be found sketching the locals in his everyday-carry sketchbook or painting en plein-air in a parking lot.

Q: where does Tooninator come from?

A: I needed a website domain name when I was in school for animation and Tooninator happened. It became my screen-name for art forums and all social platforms and it has always felt relevant to my love of animation and my career. At this point, it’s just with me.