Enter the Wildwood: The Design Museum Unveils Landmark LAIKA Stop-Motion Exhibition
Photo Credit: Courtesy of Aaron Parsons / Design Museum Press Archives / October 2026
Opening a portal into the intricate craftsmanship of modern stop-motion cinema, the Design Museum in London officially launched LAIKA presents Wildwood: The Exhibition.
Created in collaboration with acclaimed animation studio LAIKA, the showcase invites visitors to explore the technical artistry behind their epic adventure film Wildwood, a project 16 years in the making. Featuring over 200 handmade objects—from original puppets and intricate sets to conceptual drawings, design schematics, and scale maquettes—the exhibition celebrates the intersection of digital technology, storytelling, and physical craft.
Exhibition Vision & Creative Process
The landmark showcase offers an unprecedented behind-the-scenes look at LAIKA's signature physical and digital production methods:
Over 200 Production Artifacts: Highlights original puppets, character maquettes, environmental sets, and hand-drawn production sketches used in the feature film.
16 Years of Technical Artistry: Chronicles the studio's long-term design evolution, detailing how stop-motion mechanics merge with modern 3D printing and visual effects.
Immersive Set Design: Features exhibition photography and spatial design captured by photographer Aaron Parsons, framing the magical forest setting for museumgoers.
Member Access & Perks: Offers unlimited free entry to Wildwood for Design Museum members alongside exclusive shop and cafe privileges.
Exhibition Overview & Key Details
To assist design critics and exhibition visitors planning their visit, the Design Museum outlines the primary parameters:
Parameter Details & Specifications: Exhibition Title: LAIKA presents Wildwood: The ExhibitionHost Institution: The Design Museum, London; Exhibition Content: 200+ original stop-motion puppets, sets, drawings & maquettesExhibition PhotographyAaron Parsons for the Design Museum