THE CYCLE
Paper-Cut Animation
THE CYCLE
THE ART OF
Final animation still featuring a composited image of the Tiger and The Guardian of Life.
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Final animation still featuring a composited image of the Guardian of Death, poised to strike The Guardian of Life.
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Final animation still featuring a composited image of the Tiger now assuming the role of The Guardian of Life, with its new apprentice The Jay. The cycle continues.
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Constructed puppet size comparisson. Each puppet was fastened together using masking tape and thin string, limiting the movement to a more natural range for the joints. Each piece was handpainted using gouache paints. The eyes were later composited onto the tiger in After Effects.
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Forest of the Fallen
Matte Painted background using acrylic paints on Canvas.
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Corrupted Forest
Matte Painted background using acrylic paints on Canvas.
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Here are the puppets drawn on Bristol Board. Each segment was hand cut with a x-acto knife.
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Taylor Gandy
3D Generalist | Virtual Production
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Taylor is an award winning artist and experienced 3D Generalist with a history of working in virtual production, and the entertainment industry. She is skilled in Zbrush, Photoshop, Substance Painter, and Maya. She is an incredibly strong and quick minded professional with a Bachelor of Fine Arts - BFA focused in Animation, Interactive Technology, Modeling and Special Effects from Columbus College of Art & Design.