Cartoon Saloon (Viking Skool) Ltd

Cartoon Saloon (Viking Skool) Limited is a world‑renowned Irish animation studio, founded in 1999 by Paul Young, Tomm Moore and Nora Twomey. From its Kilkenny base the studio creates brave, beautifully crafted short films, feature‑length movies and television series, earning five Academy Award® nominations, two Golden Globe® nominations and a host of BAFTA®, Emmy® and Annie recognitions. In addition to its award‑winning productions, Cartoon Saloon curates Kilkenny Animated, an annual festival that celebrates visual storytelling through exhibitions, talks and performances.

Beyond the screen, the studio runs a vibrant online store offering a range of merchandise – from plush toys and board games to art books, limited‑edition prints and graphic novels – allowing fans to bring the magic of its films into their homes. Cartoon Saloon also welcomes studio visits and provides career opportunities for artists who wish to blend traditional techniques with digital innovation, fostering the next generation of 2‑D animation talent.