Riley Thompson is an animator and director based in Providence, Rhode Island. Her directorial debut, When Planets Mate, is currently making its way through the festival circuit around the world. She specializes in various forms of 2D animation including hand drawn animation, stop motion, and motion graphics. Her work spans a wide range of subjects including scientific and health-related educational shorts, commercial work, music videos, and documentaries. She draws inspiration through collaboration, especially with artists from different creative, cultural, and social backgrounds. Her goal is to promote new stories and new perspectives.