1895
The Lumière brothers create the cinematograph, enabling moving images to be projected onto a large screen for the first time.
1960
Saul Bass uses animated graphics in the opening credits of Alfred Hitchcock's film "Psycho".
1981
The "Scanimate" computer is developed, enabling animators to create special effects in real time.
1993
After Effects software is launched by CoSA, enabling graphic designers to create animations for television and film.
2006
Launch of Vimeo, an online video-sharing platform that enabled motion designers to publish and promote their work to a wide audience.
2012
Launch of the first motion design conference, Motion Plus Design, which each year brings together professionals and enthusiasts from all over the world to discuss trends and practices in the discipline.