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Different Tides: A Journey Of Loss, Loneliness, And Friendship, William Gilmer
Different Tides: A Journey Of Loss, Loneliness, And Friendship, William Gilmer
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This project is an exploration of story, producing an animatic for the original story Different Tides. Different Tides is a story about loss and separation, and how we carry with us a piece of everyone that has ever been close to us. This thesis will explore the themes of loneliness and loss that pervade the short, as well as the methods of visually expressing those themes. The goal of this thesis is to produce an animatable story, complete with storyboards, animatic, and color script, as well as explore the psychology behind loss and friendship.
The Digital Reconstruction And Simulation Of Civil War Garments Recovered From The H. L. Hunley, Hanna George
The Digital Reconstruction And Simulation Of Civil War Garments Recovered From The H. L. Hunley, Hanna George
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Costumes are a crucial element in the representation of historical figures. Beyond reflecting aesthetic trends, clothing is closely intertwined with culture, economics, and the personal history of the individual who wore them. Fabric simulation allows for the digital creation and animation of garments too fragile or incomplete to be used directly in film or education. This thesis demonstrates the digital reconstruction of the clothing worn by H. L. Hunley crew member James Wicks. The H. L. Hunley is a submarine from the Civil War. It was the first in history to successfully sink an enemy ship, but never returned from …
A Comparative Study Of Physical Cinematography That Influences Layouts In Animated Production, Daniel C. Hudson
A Comparative Study Of Physical Cinematography That Influences Layouts In Animated Production, Daniel C. Hudson
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What makes good cinematography? There are many examples of cinematogra- phy that stand out in the minds of viewers, yet many cant exactly say with certainty why these shots are considered great. Is it because they convey the visual and emo- tional content of their stories successfully, the technical brilliance of the frame, or both? Whether realistic or exaggerated, the range of cinematography tools and tech- niques are proof that creativity and an eye for detail are the most important elements in great cinematography. Cinematography includes composition, movement, lighting, and other visual information within the frame. This is true in …
Rewriting The Narrative That Surrounds Mental Illness, Ashley Johnson
Rewriting The Narrative That Surrounds Mental Illness, Ashley Johnson
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The focus of this work is to change the narrative that surrounds mental health issues by portraying mental battles through animation. Buddhism heavily influenced the crux of this project, which is the conscious decision to accept oneself and choose to work towards inner balance instead of battles. 3D animation is used to distill complex thoughts into simplified characters that drive the narrative through performance and choreographed fight scenes.