Art Clokey

Art Clokey was an American pioneer in stop-motion clay animation, known for creating Gumby and voicing Pokey.

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Profession :

Animator

Birthday :

October 12, 1921

Death Date:

January 8, 2010

Age :

88

Art Clokey, an American animator, was a trailblazer in stop-motion clay animation. He rose to prominence as the creator of the cherished character Gumby and the initial voice of Gumby’s companion, Pokey. Clokey’s career commenced in 1953 with his avant-garde film Gumbasia, inspired by his mentor Slavko Vorkapich. His most renowned creations encompass The Gumby Show, Davey and Goliath, and Gumby: The Movie. Clokey’s innovative work in clay animation and his legendary characters have made a lasting impression on popular culture.