The Squiggly Light Box produces 3-D animations through a matrix of individually addressable LEDs. A PC based dashboard controls the matrix, uploading 8-frame animations which can be generated in the form of a PNG file. This allows on the fly creation of new animations through simple digital painting software with wireless animation upload and continuous playback. Powered by an AC wall adapter, the matrix is programmable from up to 10 feet away with dozens of color options and preset animations.