I'm Lauren Faust, a creator, writer, director, and producer in animation. I strive to tell stories that make you laugh, tug at your heartstrings, and inspire your creative spirit. #StandWithAnimation so that animation artists can make a living while doing so!

Pretty sure I’m the only mom who has ever had to yell “Eat your ice cream and play with your puppy or else!” Seriously. No joke.

Another one of this ethereal creature. This is fun. #Pokemon #Eeveelution #Leafeon

I don’t usually take requests but this one was from my kid. (And in all honesty I was thrilled to have the excuse.) #pokemon #eeveelutions #leafeon

And this is Walnut, who is too damn busy feeding her newborns and ignoring her fupa to even think about #MothersDay. (Except she probably spent all night baking a cake for HER mom.)

Our backyard squirrels are either expecting or postpartum. This is Pistachio, and I think this mama-to-be speaks for all the moms today. #HappyMothersDay2025 !

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RT @GoofyMovieDir: Never in a million years would I have imagined this could happen and it’s all because of you, the fans. I’m humbled and….

Happy Birthday to our sassy, entitled Dowager Countess, Zuzu Petals! 14 years ago she came into our lives and reminded us that good things happen even during the most difficult times. And yes, she IS judging you.

Got close though!

Though I'm sad it wasn't me, I'm so glad someone got THIS girl on the screen. May she finally be the lovable icon she deserves to be. Girls like this deserve to be seen.🥲 #Laurie #WinOrLose #ToilandTrouble

#WinOrLose is absolutely incredible. If you haven't watched it you should!!! Break out some tissues!.

RT @gintszilbalodis: Ok, this is the last one

RT @banannerbread: TV storyboarding is a lot harder than feature storyboarding so I don't know why people regard feature as being more pres….

RT @mercuryfilmwrks: Today is a double celebration: GOLDIE Premiere Day and Valentine’s Day! To make it even more special, our amazing part….

If you're like me, you could use A BIG HUG these days. Now you can get the BIGGEST HUG OF ALL from #GOLDIE, just in time for Valentine's Day!!! Created by my pal, Emily Brundige - premieres today on Apple TV+!

ANGELINOS! The magical restaurant where Craig and I were wed may close because of the Palisades fire. They delayed reopening to feed first responders and displaced fire victims. GET A RESERVATION FOR VALENTINES!!! So romantic! ❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥

I've never talked about neurodiversity and art so much in my life!!! Fun!.

RT @mexopolis: catch up lunch with super genius power couple Craig McCracken and Lauren Faust !

See you in a few!.