Tommy José Stathes

About the Author

Tommy José Stathes is an archivist, curator, and writer devoted to preserving and sharing the imaginative history of early animation. Through screenings, collections, and scholarship, he brings rare cartoons and overlooked artists to new audiences, illuminating the cultural, artistic, and technological worlds that shaped animated film. His work combines meticulous research with an infectious enthusiasm for visual storytelling, making animation history accessible to scholars, enthusiasts, and curious newcomers alike. He is the author of Dreamy Dud: Wallace A. Carlson's Animation Classic (Cartoon Research Books), a study of a distinctive and enduring work from animation’s formative years.