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Develop a Stylised Animation Project

MAYA | BLENDER | V-RAY | NUKE | MARI | SUBSTANCE 3D PAINTER | PHOTOSHOP | DAVINCI RESOLVE. The Pipeline Develop a stylised animation project

Managing a 3D animation project as a solo artist has its own set of challenges and opportunities. In this article, we'll explore the steps taken by an artist in making a demo reel to break into the industry, from initial inspiration to the final product and the choices made to deliver on time.

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01 INITIAL INSPIRATION

It all started when I stumbled upon Braydan Barrett's concept on ArtStation (artstation.com/artwork/zOvKr2) and it ignited my mind with various story ideas. The style of the piece perfectly matched what I was seeking, and it had the potential to tell a story that would feature the passage of time and diverse lighting conditions.

While I had some experience with character and product lighting, I was keen on venturing outside of my comfort zone by exploring exterior lighting.

02 STORYBOARD

Storyboarding offers the advantage of having the freedom and flexibility to experiment with various ideas. During the initial pass, the focus was on developing the narrative and visual storytelling. Once a solid foundation was established, I

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