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3.3 Week 3 Advanced & Experimental Project 1

Week 3: Moodboards

Introduction

This week we had to share our moodboards and ideas with George in class. Even though I was not able to attend the lesson in person, I was able to get some online feedback.

Moodboard 1: Skullchaser

For my first project, I would like to create a short animation with a running, jumping and shooting sequence as my aim is to develop a short animation for my portfolio reel.

I explored the websites George shared with us and bought the Skullchaser rig, which inspired me to think of a halloween environment for my moodboard.

Moodboard: Skullchaser

Storyboard 1: Skullchaser

The following animation tells the story of how Halloween town is in great peril as the Golden Pumpkin has been stolen. In order to restore peace in town, Skullchaser has to face some enemies and obstacles to return the pumpkin safely to the citizens.

Skullchaser: Storyboard 1/2
Skullchaser: Storyboard 2/2

Moodboard 2: Anxiety

For my second animation, I want to portray the sensations and feelings a person experiences when they are having an anxiety attack.

Moodboard: Anxiety

Storyboard 2: Anxiety

I can picture this project as an experimental animation, with a non-linear narrative and symbolic elements flashing through the screen. I will also explore the nature of the black and white dualism, as a way to portray and contrast a clear from an anxious mind.

Anxiety: Storyboard 1/2
Anxiety: Storyboard 2/2

Moodboard 3: Technological Singularity

For my third animation, I would like to work on a short film that focuses on the concept of ‘technological singularity’ that refers to the hypothetical future in which artificial intelligence radically influences human civilization.

Moodboard: Technological Singularity

Storyboard 3: Technological Singularity

Even though I have a concept I would like to communicate, I was not able to develop a full storyboard yet. I will need more time in the following weeks in order to think of a compelling story.

Technological Singularity: Storyboard 1/1

Reference List:

  • Toumey, C. (2016). singularity. Encyclopedia Britannica. Available at: https://www.britannica.com/technology/singularity-technology (Accessed 31 January 2023).
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3.3 Week 3 Advanced & Experimental Project 1

Week 3: Hand Setup & Naming

Introduction

This week, we started naming our layers properly in order to finish our hand setup, as it was crucial to keep them organized to make the modelling process easier.

Naming Layers

Naming Layers

The picture on the left shows the naming conventions I used for my mechanical arm.

It was essential to quickly identify each part of our 3D model in order to divide the arm and hand into different sectors and groups.

Hand Setup

Modeling the Dorsal Side

To get the rough shape of the hand, we created a cube and started editing the vertices.

We also changed the mesh preview to make the edges of the hand smoother.

I used a different color for the palm as it helps me to set the different parts of the hand apart.

Working on the Palm

We divided the hand into two parts in order to animate the hand smoothly.

Creating the Forearm Bone

We modeled a cylinder to create the structure for the forearm. In the following week, I am going to model the rest part of the arm.

Work in Progress

Further Comments

Now that I have modeled the hand and created the structure for the forearm, I am looking forward to creating the rest of the wrist and arm next week.