KRISTA WELTNER
I am an author, illustrator, and puppet maker. My picture book series, Everyday Adventures with Molly and Dyslexia (Free Spirit Publishing 2024), was inspired by my own experience growing up with Dyslexia.
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In addition to my literary pursuits, I work in the themed entertainment and stop-motion industries as a fabricator of animated figures. I'm currently in Orlando, Florida, helping bring iconic characters to life for theme parks worldwide. My most notable film work can be seen in Wendell and Wild (Netflix Animation) and Wildwood (Laika Studios.) In 2016, I obtained a Master's in Fine Arts from the University of Connecticut, where I presented my master's project and short film, Partially Compensated (also inspired by my experience with dyslexia). My short film has been seen in film festivals worldwide and has afforded me numerous opportunities to engage and advocate with others for a more inclusive world.