So Close Yet So Far

Thesis Defense in 17 days! Barring any unforeseen challenges, I should have a rough (rough) draft of my film complete. I've been futzing and tinkering around for weeks, but now I know all about alpha channels & compositing. And, I've made friends with Photoshop's animation function.

Here's a sneak Peak:


must. keep. moving. forward.

I ♥ Photoshop

In Bed is still underway! 4 months until deadline. . .


My production workflow looks a little something like this:

Live-Action video shoot ------> Editing with Premiere ------> Hand-drawn rotoscope ------> Hand-painted textures ------> Digital painting & compositing using Photoshop ------> Animation timing with After Effects ------> FINISH!!!!!

Here's an excerpt from my animatic. It features music by my amazing composer, DJ Brady.


Now, onto coloring, compositing, & cleanup!!!!

In Bed

Thesis is underway! Here are a few preliminary still frames:



Bedtime!

Debbie Does Mocap

Now, to shift gears from thesis. Here's my final project from the introductory motion capture class. I didn't create the character or the music. Although, I am responsible for the ridiculousness. Props to hubby for his mad acting skills!!!



Bonus Total Nerd T-Pose:


:)

Business Cards

I wanted to create something fun & memorable, while showcasing Aaron's DIY/indie filmmaker status.

And the winner is:


Runner Up:


Now, to make one for myself. Hmmmm...

Shift

Amanda, Dave, and I finished our experimental project!

Tagline:
A house breaks apart and rebuilds itself within shifting planes.

Shift is an experimental film that combines traditional and digital media, such as stop-motion, hand-drawn, and 3D animation. Amazing music by DJ Brady! Check it out:


(Ahhh, video compression. Came out a little dark.)

In Bed

Thesis is underway!
Here are some early style tests:



I'll be updating my thesis blog regularly, so check it out!

Zombie Girl at Fantastic Fest

Great news! Zombie Girl: THE MOVIE will be premiering at this years Fantastic Fest. I designed the poster :)

Here's the latest trailer (higher quality on the ZG website):



Links to visit:

Zombie Girl: THE MOVIE
ZG on MySpace
ZG on Facebook
Fantastic Fest
Emily Hagin's Website