Today I want to share something different; an analysis of one of my favourite sequences in animated storytelling. The Married Life sequence is part of Pixar's 2009 animated feature film, Up, which was directed by Pete Docter. Although the sequence is less than four and a half minutes in length, I think most of us can agree that this series of shots is deliver in a way which has a powerful impact and leaves a lasting impression on its audience.
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An illustration from my film, The Clockmaker, which I hope to share here soon! In the meantime, Hurray for new adventures!
This past year has been one of the busiest years I've ever had in college, and although I'll miss a few aspects of student life, I'm quite content to be closing that door and moving on to the next chapter of my life.
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Happy Valentine's Day! It seemed appropriate to share a "photograph" capturing a moment in the lives of Albert and Lilly, the fictional couple from my final year film. Several photos like these will appear throughout the film as cinemagraphs (like the one below!).
Read MoreBack in September, I started developing an idea for a short film. The story is now called The Clockmaker and by the end of next May, I hope to be able to show the world a charming little story about an elderly little gentleman as he closes up shop.
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Recently, I was asked to design a logo for a local DJ group called LoopTown. Dealing mostly with late teen audiences and house music, I had some fun playing around with styles and symbols that I thought would resonate with that audience. I wanted to create something fresh and distinctive for the group, mixing between simplicity and complexity to create an image they could build a brand on.
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Carrying on from last week, I've been looking forward to sharing this little character. 8-year-old Lucy is one of the main protagonists in Burn the Biscuit. She's the youngest in the family, and adventurous in spirit. Light and agile, she's quick thinking, full of energy, and very focused. Here's a little collection of development for her; including colour studies, a turnaround, and an expression sheet. :)
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Now that I'm a fourth year animation student, I have two significant projects - amid a sea of smaller ones! - to concentrate on over the next few months. And I'm excited about both! I can't wait to share some of the ideas I've been developing for all of those, but first, I've been wanting to share an older story pitch that I developed last year!
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Just a little check in! :) For the past few weeks, I've been making the most of what was left of the summer holidays. I've been on some amazing adventures, with some wonderful people, and now I've returned to my desk(s) full time with new energy. Good thing, too, because I'm going to need it this year more than ever! I haven't planned what's on the horizon for my blog yet, but I have a few projects and works in progress that I'm very excited to share, so do stay tuned! :)
