Schantelle Alonzo is a first-gen Filipina-American half-deaf multidisciplinary artist and animator finding her roots in the diverse neighborhoods of Chicago, Illinois. With a focus of sharing immigrant and underrepresented voices, Her short story webcomic “Laundry Day” has been recognized by Webtoon, and her student film "Catch the Moon" has been shown at multiple festivals. Schantelle is currently attending the School of Visual Arts for a BFA in Animation (Class of 2025).

From the Filmmaker

This is my third year animated film at School of Visual Arts- “Ariba’s Delivery at the Healing Home”. Inspired by my best friend’s home city of Hyderabad, India, I wanted to create a lighthearted film that captures a well-intentioned protagonist in a comedically not as well-intentioned situation. I took visual inspiration from animated media such as “Ernest and Celestine” (2012), "Madeline"(1993), and "Babar"(1989). Research for the film included looking into Indian mythology, zoology, and even exploring the city through Google Street View. The film was conceived, written, and animated by myself, with a hired composer for music. It is 2:17 minutes long, with production beginning in September 2023 and ending May 2024.

Schantelle Alonzo is a Chicago born and raised animator studying animation at SVA! Schantelle's work takes strong inspiration from her neighborhood of Albany Park, where she created her artistic mission to represent AP's diverse cultural community. For this film in particular, she based it off of her best friend also living in AP, Nida Baig, and her family's hometown of Hyderabad, India. Both being children of immigrants, the film was devised and some voice line recordings were done in Chicago before the rest of production ensued at school.