Ripley Howarth is an independent illustrator and animator based in Surrey, United Kingdom. He is currently pursuing his studies at the University for the Creative Arts, where he continues to develop his distinctive visual style and storytelling voice. Specializing in short animated horror films, his work explores themes of psychological isolation, drawing on both traditional and digital techniques to craft unsettling, atmospheric narratives. His growing body of work reflects a commitment to pushing the boundaries of independent animation through emotionally resonant and visually compelling storytelling.