# Animation Panel Warns About AI and Champions Human Creativity

At a Variety panel titled “Pixels and Pencils,” animation industry participants discussed the risks of AI and the demanding nature of animation production. They emphasized the importance of human creativity in the craft. The discussion highlights growing industry concerns about AI’s role in creative work.

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## Sources

### Entertainment
- [Variety](https://variety.com/2026/film/news/pixels-and-pencils-panelists-2026-1236933652/) — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 22:55:45 +0000