Hello, I’m Richter.
I’m the person behind all of the animations and artworks you may see on social media. I’m not Hat (the character) but most people call me that anyways. Whichever is easier for you.
I’m a full time 2D technical animator. My professional experience includes work on:
- LEGO® Monkie Kid™
- Rise of the TMNT
- Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur
You probably came here from LiteralHat related stuff though, and thus I welcome you with love to this website of my passion.
Frequently Asked Questions
This is a long read. Be prepared.
▸ I Need To Contact You.
Email directly at support@literalhat.com. You’ll be responded to within 48 hours.
I do not use social media, if you contact me on those platforms I will simply not see those messages.
▸ How Can I Support You?
▸ Can I Use Your Art In _____ ?
Read ‘Art Usage’ here for more information.
▸ What Software Do You Use?
Here is a no frills list. These aren’t recommendations, they are just my utility. I use all of these depending on the situation.
Software
Adobe Photoshop CC 2020
Storyboard Pro
ToonBoom Harmony 20
Adobe After Effects CC 2019
Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2019
Blender
Legacy (Older animations and artwork)
Firealpaca
Adobe Flash CS3
Paint Tool Sai
IBISPaint
Hardware
Wacom Cintiq DTK-2200
Audioware
Squier Affinity Series™ Stratocaster FMT HSS Black Burst
Fender Frontman 10G Amplifier
Casio CDP-200R
FL Studio 20
OCENAudio
Audacity
▸ How Long Have You Been Doing Art For?
This is a pretty difficult question to answer as my interest in the arts grew exponentially from my childhood.
I started drawing in 2012 as a 10 year old kid but started taking it somewhat seriously in 2018.
As for animation, I started in 2015 and have been working professionally since graduating from high school in 2020.
▸ Can I Draw Fanart!
Of course. Click here to submit something.
▸ Can I Make My Own OCs?
Well, its a great way to embarrass yourself.
literalhat ocs wtf hahaha
▸ Do You Do Commissions / Freelance Work?
No, sorry. If you’ve commissioned me in the past, I’ve stopped doing them.
▸ Do you do collabs?
Unfortunately not, sorry.
▸ Can I Simp For Your Characters?
▸ Teach Me How To Draw!
I would love to but am too busy. If you have a suggestion for an article or guide, you are free to email me.
▸ What age are you?
Born 2002. Quick math, go!!!
▸ What’s your gender?
I’m male.
▸ What Are Your Biggest Inspirations?
Jon Graham’s Arby n the Chief. Tom and Jerry. JoJo’s Bizarre Adventures. Donald Duck. Bucket. Fight Club. Not Just Bikes.
▸ What does ‘LITERALHAT’ mean?
I have the same question, yet still haven’t figured that out
▸ What’s Your Cat’s Name?
Her name is Marla Singer.
