Matt Schnittker is an Animation Technologist, Magic Lanternist, and Tintype Photographer.  He has spent the last 26 years at Walt Disney Animation Studio in the entertainment industry where he's been involved in many well known animated films. He has contributed to multiple technology patents  and  is a member of the Visual Effects Society, ASIFA, and the Magic Lantern Society of the US and Canada. His background in animation software and process combined with an interest in 1800's photography inspired a journey to re-create the animated Magic Lantern performances of the 19th century.

Shannon is a registered nurse specializing in Labor and Delivery.  She produces the logos, and woodcraft for our displays.   She is also part of the Tintype photography studio spending a lot of time in the darkroom.  She has an etsy shop selling reusable snack bags. Please visit https://randomsacks.com

Emily helped set up the telegraph and now works the camera for the Tintype venue. 

An 8th grade history project turned into what is now a photography studio.  Emily and Brandon are siblings and work with their parents to run the Tintype studio. 

Ben has been playing piano since he was 8 years old. He also plays guitar and drums.  Ben is working on completing his computer science degree and hopes to work in the video game industry.