Born and raised in sunny Southern California, Brian Castleforte, a.k.a. Castleforte, has always been driven by a passion for creativity and storytelling. “As a kid, I was constantly drawing, building, and imagining—creativity was my way of connecting with the world,” he recalls. That passion evolved into a career spanning over 30 years as a Motionographer and animator, working with top brands like Nike, Marvel, and Sony on a variety of projects, from TV show packages to film titles.

Brian is also a pioneer in the paper toy movement, with two published books, Papertoy Monsters and Papertoy Glowbots, inspiring creators of all ages. His professional portfolio, Castleforte.com, showcases his extensive work in motion graphics and design, while his platform CreatableMe.com empowers and inspires families to live more mindful and creative lives.

Currently, Brian serves as the Creative Director for Huemains, a global motion design collective. Separately, he is developing NiceBunny, an original animated series that reflects his vision for combining storytelling, creativity, and compassion. His YouTube channel, Mindful Creative Life, continues his mission to help others live more mindful, creative lives. He has also recently started his journey as a mindful creativity coach, helping individuals unlock their creative potential through mindfulness and intentional living.

Brian sums up his journey simply: “I want to inspire people to see creativity as a way of life. Whether through art, design, or simply being present in the moment, we all have the ability to shape our reality.”