Archive for the ‘Motion Design’ Category
Please say something
Please say something, a digital short by David O’reilly is the winner of the 2009 Golden Bear for best short film at the Berlinale. It is an extremely interesting take on current digital animation techniques. You will notice right away that most of the “flash” of current CG animation is gone, the video is in fact completely stripped of any eye candy: motion blur, textures, reflections and filters. I find it an extremely interesting narrative that is worth watching.
Oil in Water
I am a big fan of experimental projects that look to bring forth some new ideas and aesthetics in the world of video and motion design. This simple stop motion piece that uses just a rebel XT and some oil and water is a great example of animation that immediately attracts your attention.
PSST3: films online!
Don’t expect to get much done once you start watching these films.
PSST is a collaborative effort between a (massive) number of creative studios and individuals as a way to get creative without the demands of commercial contractual work. Each film is comprised of 3 different sections, each created by a different group of people. Seeing how each group runs with the ideas and imagery of the preceding film is very interesting and sometimes downright strange. A number of the innovations pioneered in these films will find their way into televsion commercials and high profile adverts. If you are into motion design or animation, checking out these project is a must.
There are a number of films to choose from: let me know what your favourites are. what style speaks the most to you? which video do you think is the best showcase of technical skill?
My favourites include:
Tranquility Fat Yak Happy Fun Show
Canvas Disquietude Vestige
Words Lucid King of Empty
See all of the PSST films here