Thylacines: An extinct marsupial from Tasmania. I've been inspired by this creature since I discovered their existence in Zoo Tycoon 2 as a kid. I have done extensive research into the species for school and personal exploration. They fascinate me, and not many people know of their existence. I'd hope with the creation of this Animatic it may bring knowledge and awareness to not only this creature's existence but conservation of endangered species as well.
The Work to Bring them Back: Scientists have been working for years to try and bring the species back to life. Many specimens are preserved with DNA still in tact, and experiments have been worked to try and sequence their DNA to hopefully use a current relative to resurrect them. I have hope one day I can see this creature in my life time, for now I can only imagine. In my animatic, the main character is a thylacine brought back to life alongside many others.
Music: Music has been an inspiration all throughout my life. When I listen to it, I'm never not thinking of stories to go along with it. The song I chose for this Animatic, 'Growing Pains' by Alissia Cara, is a song I resonate with and also associate with the story my Animatic covers. The song discusses the hardships of growing up and how it isn't always perfect. At my old job this song would play on the overhead speakers constantly, and every time I'd reimagine my story along with it. This Animatic is going to be a direct display of what I have been imagining in my head for so long.
Animatics in Film: Animatics, which I describe as moving static images or staggered animation telling a story, is often utilized in film in the form of backstories. They are meant to be very visual based to show strong emotions and put emphasis on important details happening in the story they are telling. If I ever got into the Animation Industry, I'd love to delve into animatic like content given it is also used to make storyboards and concept art.
The Main Character: I created this character about 3 years ago. They are a representation of my deeper emotions: anger, sadness, jealousy, and pain. I often express myself through them with art and music, and their personal story does just that too. I have worked long to develop them and their story the animatic will cover. I want to share them with people since they mean so much to me.
What I Want to Show:I want this animatic to be a work that shows my skills in character design, story, layout, environments, and video editing. I want to pursue a career in Graphic Design or someday work in the Animation Industry, so I feel this video could capture all sorts of tools used in many different fields. I also want to tell my stories that I have developed through many years, I hope to someday have books, movies, or shows based off them.
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Changes Made
Brightening scenes : Bumping the levels such as contrast and