This Summer I have had the opportunity to do some research into the industry and the chance to re-assess my approach to the world of Film and Animation. I'm going to specialise in the artistic and design side of Animation and Film. So that means concept art, matte painting, environments, storyboards and character design. These areas cover where my strengths lie and what I enjoy.
Whilst wishing to focus on the areas above, I should add that I am also experienced with compositing, editing, 3D modelling/texturing, working to sound and 2D animation. The reason I mention this is to highlight that I can be helpful in a project from start to end. I have directed before as well but I'm currently unsure whether or not I will direct for the third year.
Inspiration has come from various sources. I came across the work of Dylan Cole recently and his concept art is amazing. His work has appeared on numerous blockbuster films including Avatar:
I also like a lot of the stuff that comes out of Passion Pictures. Theres a concept artist and matte painter named Romain Jouandeau who works for them, his work is more stylised and suited more for Animation then film/live action. Heres one of his pics:
Also at Passion pictures they created The Journey to the East - the Beijing Olympics animation spot, which is a visual extravaganza. I know I've put this up on my blog before, but hey..
A chap called Lucasz Pazera was one of the chaps who did the matte paintings for 'The Journey to the East.' An example of which is below. This shows how important use of composition can be in creating a suitable space for the animation to take place and getting the audience to anticipate the action. The colour creates a warm and appealing atmosphere. This painting can be found at 1:12 on animation above.
A friend of my Uncles - Scott Mcinnes is a matte painter and concept artist that I've been in touch with. He now works at MPC. His work is definitely worth a look at. An example of his personal work is below:
Sketchbook work I have done over the Summer
Here are some sketches, drawings and paintings I have produced over Summer. I have used a combination of markers, gouache paints, pastels and pencils on these.
I have also taken hundreds of photos of textures from my holiday in Wales and my time living in Stroud - so lots of trees and rocks! I'm visiting London soon so I will add city textures into the collection. My next step will be to experiment working with these textures and try some digital painting. I also want to keep producing sketches and paintings from real life.
CND film
My friend Carl Norris and I have been working together on the CND (Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament) film competition. We're currently in the middle of production and have a couple of months before the deadline. For now here are some clips that I have produced. Carl is working on the backgrounds for this project (not the quick backgrounds I put together below.)
It probably seems a bit random now, it will all make sense once the film is complete :-)
Whilst wishing to focus on the areas above, I should add that I am also experienced with compositing, editing, 3D modelling/texturing, working to sound and 2D animation. The reason I mention this is to highlight that I can be helpful in a project from start to end. I have directed before as well but I'm currently unsure whether or not I will direct for the third year.
Inspiration has come from various sources. I came across the work of Dylan Cole recently and his concept art is amazing. His work has appeared on numerous blockbuster films including Avatar:
I also like a lot of the stuff that comes out of Passion Pictures. Theres a concept artist and matte painter named Romain Jouandeau who works for them, his work is more stylised and suited more for Animation then film/live action. Heres one of his pics:
Also at Passion pictures they created The Journey to the East - the Beijing Olympics animation spot, which is a visual extravaganza. I know I've put this up on my blog before, but hey..
A chap called Lucasz Pazera was one of the chaps who did the matte paintings for 'The Journey to the East.' An example of which is below. This shows how important use of composition can be in creating a suitable space for the animation to take place and getting the audience to anticipate the action. The colour creates a warm and appealing atmosphere. This painting can be found at 1:12 on animation above.
A friend of my Uncles - Scott Mcinnes is a matte painter and concept artist that I've been in touch with. He now works at MPC. His work is definitely worth a look at. An example of his personal work is below:
Sketchbook work I have done over the Summer
Here are some sketches, drawings and paintings I have produced over Summer. I have used a combination of markers, gouache paints, pastels and pencils on these.
I have also taken hundreds of photos of textures from my holiday in Wales and my time living in Stroud - so lots of trees and rocks! I'm visiting London soon so I will add city textures into the collection. My next step will be to experiment working with these textures and try some digital painting. I also want to keep producing sketches and paintings from real life.
CND film
My friend Carl Norris and I have been working together on the CND (Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament) film competition. We're currently in the middle of production and have a couple of months before the deadline. For now here are some clips that I have produced. Carl is working on the backgrounds for this project (not the quick backgrounds I put together below.)
It probably seems a bit random now, it will all make sense once the film is complete :-)
