ANIM3013 - Preproduction

The Aim of this research is to collect and compile ideas from the industry into a mood board, analyse what makes the design effective and how I can incorporate these elements into my own work. The characters for my initial idea will be based on 2 opposing themes, The main character will be grounded in reality and based on a human character. The 2nd Character, who will appear in a dream sequence, will be much more fantasy based. This is for multiple reasons, the first is the allow the viewer to more easily differentiate between the characters in a scene, and the second reason is that it will allow me to design a wide range of characters, showing my designing and modelling skills. Below is a mood board, for character ideas, as well as additional research into movement and how transitions could occur. Another reason is that the characters will reflect one another's weaknesses in their designs, connecting the designs on a fundamental level. Character research: MAIN CHARACTER

PRODUCTION AIMS:  Create an Animatic based upon a self-written narrative that explores my own visual style, as well as focusing on themes, such as idealism, fear, anxiety among others. Create a broad series of developed Characters, Environments and Prop design that will drive and influence the Animation. Key visuals include 3 main characters, 2 main sets influenced by both western and eastern Cartoon styles, as well as real life and primary sources, to help appeal to the target audience. Complete all production aims within the time set due to coherent  time management and set schedule Investigate into how Story, Personality and Culture are defined by Visual character design This year I intend to create a portfolio showcasing my strengths in Animation. I plan to develop and showcase my abilities in 2D Character Concepts and Design, storyboarding and my understanding of the fundamentals of Animation in order to become a desirable candidate in the creative industry. I