Monday, 28 May 2012
Flower progress
Using the research which I have gathered in the earlier stage of the project and the concept sketches I have been trying to create a plant which looks beautiful but at the same time slightly deadly.
I am really happy with the result of the main petal/flower head. I used my research and concepts to create this model.
I am really happy with the result of the main petal/flower head. I used my research and concepts to create this model.
More Roots
Another update which shows some more roots which I can use throughout my scene.
Modeling these took some time because I wanted it to look different from the other root in a previous post.
I have combined the different roots to create a scene which demonstrates an overgrown floor.
Modeling these took some time because I wanted it to look different from the other root in a previous post.
I have combined the different roots to create a scene which demonstrates an overgrown floor.
Root Research
Just a quick post to show a few images of roots which may help in further developing my root/vine models.
Vines/Roots Progres
One of the key parts of my animation will be the vines which I will be creating to show a dark and dingy environment where this sort of plant/tree may grow.
I extruded along curve to create the vines in the image below. After I created the shape of the root I moved the verticies around to create indents in the model.
I repeated the process above for creating vines which would wrap themselves around the root giving it a more overwhelming effect which suggests that the root is being suffocated.
I extruded along curve to create the vines in the image below. After I created the shape of the root I moved the verticies around to create indents in the model.
I repeated the process above for creating vines which would wrap themselves around the root giving it a more overwhelming effect which suggests that the root is being suffocated.
Apple Scene Modeling Progress
In this scene I needed to create an apple which represented Eden.
I have created a simple apple using a sphere and manipulating it using soft select. This apple is key to the start and finish of my animation.
The Apple and the terrain all textured ready for me to start adding the textures.
I have created a simple apple using a sphere and manipulating it using soft select. This apple is key to the start and finish of my animation.
The Apple and the terrain all textured ready for me to start adding the textures.
Reminder of Proposal
Just a quick reminder about what my project is all about. I will be creating a short animation based around the story from the bible, the Garden of Eden.
I hope that my animation will consist of many dark and eerie elements which will flip peoples perceptions of how Eden may or may not look like. I want to create a version of Eden which takes place after the snake/serpant persuaded Eve to eat the forbiden fruit. Through doing research and drawing I believe that this version of Eden may contain vines, mushrooms, Spikey plants, grass and lots of dirt.
My scene will be set inside a cave/cavern where Eden has been kept a secret for many years.
I hope that my animation will consist of many dark and eerie elements which will flip peoples perceptions of how Eden may or may not look like. I want to create a version of Eden which takes place after the snake/serpant persuaded Eve to eat the forbiden fruit. Through doing research and drawing I believe that this version of Eden may contain vines, mushrooms, Spikey plants, grass and lots of dirt.
My scene will be set inside a cave/cavern where Eden has been kept a secret for many years.
Forest Concept Art
This is an in progress piece of concept art which I have done using photoshop.
These images are progression shots of a piece of concept art that I was working in conjunction to coming up with an idea of how my forest may look. Although I am pleased with how it is going, I think it needs to be darker, giving it a more creepy effect.
These images are progression shots of a piece of concept art that I was working in conjunction to coming up with an idea of how my forest may look. Although I am pleased with how it is going, I think it needs to be darker, giving it a more creepy effect.
The Dark Crystal Revisited
I am revisiting this film for this project purely to do with the set design that they use to create a unique and original world. In particular the forest scenes.
The film takes place on a planet called "Thra" which has several suns. Living amongst the planet is a race of creatures which are called "Urskeks" who are the guardians/protectors of the crystal of truth. 1000 years before the movie really begins, the Urseks divide the crystal into two halves and upon the suns aligning they create two new species. The story follows a young "Gelfling"(elf like creature) who believes he is the last of his race after tragically losing his family in an attack.
I don't want to give anymore away just in case anyone wants to watch this movie, I just thought i would give a basic introduction to demonstrate what I will be referring to. Now the book I found in the libary was very old and a little tattered especially when considering how many people had taken this book out. The thing I remember most about this film was the magnificent set design. I really loved the environments and the way the layed out the film.
This film unlike some others have everything in place for a reason. I love the set design in this movie, from start to finish, especially within the castle at the end. Below this text are some images of concept art that really inspired me at the beginning of this project.
Ok so the books concept art I couldn't find on the internet but only in the book so I hope the quality of the images is ok and easy to see.
Another one of Jim Hensons great movies. Jim Henson, famously known for "the muppets, Sesame street and the Labrinth(David Bowie) which in my opinion is another great film for set design.
Self Research Images
About a month back I had a day off to go visit howletts zoo. Whilst there I came across lots of really amazing scenery which I gathered to aid me in completing this project.
When walking around I found that there was plenty of research to be gained. In particular, the park had lots of old looking trees which I found to be a great source of inspiration.
Another image which I really love is the one below. What I find so fascinating about this image is the way moss and plants have grown all over the old tree stump.
Another couple of trees which I found whilst walking round the park The image below really reminds me of the whomping willow from the Harry Potter series.
When walking around I found that there was plenty of research to be gained. In particular, the park had lots of old looking trees which I found to be a great source of inspiration.
Another image which I really love is the one below. What I find so fascinating about this image is the way moss and plants have grown all over the old tree stump.
Another couple of trees which I found whilst walking round the park The image below really reminds me of the whomping willow from the Harry Potter series.
More Refined Concepts
A continuation of my refined concepts. This post shows more conceepts which I have drawn and which will help me develop the project further.
The image above is a concept which I put together with a pen. This concept shows an overgrown forest scene with one main tree standing out in the middle.
The image above is a concept which I put together with a pen. This concept shows an overgrown forest scene with one main tree standing out in the middle.
Storyboarding
I have created a short storyboard for my short animation in order for me to create a dark and mystical world. Although this may not be how my final animation turns out, it is a vital piece of information which will aid me in creating my final piece.
More Defined Concepts
After doing research into different plants I have come up with some more refined concepts which I would like to add into my final animation.
I have designed the concept above by looking at my research images. This plants roots have adapted over time,they are exposed and covered in small vines and thorns which wrap and constrict anything that comes across its path. This plant has become a hybrid weed.
I really like the next two concepts. In particular the image on the right. It reminds me of buttercup but alot deeper. These two are also covered in vines and thorns which make them look a bit more creepy.
I have designed the concept above by looking at my research images. This plants roots have adapted over time,they are exposed and covered in small vines and thorns which wrap and constrict anything that comes across its path. This plant has become a hybrid weed.
I really like the next two concepts. In particular the image on the right. It reminds me of buttercup but alot deeper. These two are also covered in vines and thorns which make them look a bit more creepy.
Strange Plants Research
The image above and below are two of my favourites whilst researching this project. The plant above looks like a massive mouth, a hole which acts as an acid pit, trapping prey who fall in.
I really like the plant in the image above because I feel that it looks beautiful but atthe same time it looks as though the stem may be poisonous.
This can also be said about the image below. The plant also looks beautiful but is covered in small black pimples which look like eyes.
The plant above is commonly known as a bat plant. A very creepy plant which looks like it may come to life at any second.
