1. Concept and Storyboard
Every creative journey begins with an idea. As a Master of Arts student in 3D animation, my final project is both a challenge and an opportunity to explore my passion for storytelling and animation.
My project is a 3D animated short film, styled as a quirky cartoon set in a spooky world where strange humanoid creatures live “ordinary” lives. This surreal setting gave me the perfect backdrop to craft a story that’s both funny and unexpected.
The story I’m working on follows one of these monsters who heads out to pick up some groceries. On his way home, things take a dramatic turn when the Grim Reaper shows up with a plan to make a tree fall and cause an accident. But our monster hero spots the danger in time and stops the car just in time! Then, out of nowhere, a UFO arrives and whisks the monster and his car away.
To bring this concept to life, I began with the story and visualized it through storyboarding. Sketching out each scene allowed me to explore the pacing, humor, and eerie atmosphere I want to capture. It was during this stage that the characters and world started to feel real, and I committed to using my previs as the foundation for the final animation.
The storyboard is the backbone of the story, and it’s exciting to see the pieces coming together. There’s still a lot of work to do, but I’m excited to keep pushing forward. I’ll be sharing more updates as I start animating and building this world—so stay tuned!
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