Twitch
January 2023

A glimpse at my six-month-long graduation project- an animated film,'Twitch,' which deals with the theme of bullying and stage fear. I have included the concept art, storyboards, character design and process and prop design. This was part of preproduction for the animation.

Logline:
A girl struggling with stage fear and anxiety battles her inner demons while waiting backstage for her turn to perform, haunted by memories of past embarrassing experiences. Despite her physical symptoms and doubts, she finds a source of unexpected strength to help her face the challenge.

Character Design

Based on my personal school experiences, I chose to model the character design after myself. The initial stage involved determining the most appropriate treatment for the short film. My aim was for the film to evoke a sense of authenticity and emotional rawness, making it relatable to the audience.

The next stage involved identifying which facial expression would best convey the character's shyness and timidity, as well as their lack of assertiveness.

Following that, I proceeded to determine the body shapes and features that would complement the character's personality. My intention was to create a character that appeared fragile, yet also composed and in control, concealing her true emotions at all times.

To determine the character's background, I examined her school uniform and identified the type of school she attended. I wanted to avoid emphasizing the character's economic status, so I selected a uniform that was commonly worn, striking a balance. Additionally, the color of the uniform was crucial, and I opted for blue as it contrasted with the warm, red backgrounds, making the character stand out even though she was attempting to blend in. This color also symbolized the way other students were able to adapt and blend into their surroundings, whereas the character was not able to do so.

The next step involved experimenting with the character's gestures to determine how she would move, as well as how her accessories would interact with her movements.

Final Character

Prop Design

Storyboard

Visual Development

Animated Clips