Studio Ghibli was founded in 1985 by Hayao Miyazaki, Isao Takahata, and producer Toshio Suzuki. Emerging from the success of Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind, the studio became known for hand-drawn animation, emotional storytelling, and respect for nature and humanity.

• Isao Takahata - A realist storyteller who explored everyday life and historical tragedy through animation.

How Ghibli Creates Films (Creative Pipeline)

1. Concept sketches by the director
2. Hand-drawn storyboards
3. Key animation frames
4. Background painting
5. Coloring and compositing
6. Sound design and music