Week 6: My Previs Progress

My Previs Progress

Changes made

1. Missing Connection Shots
2. Details of the Character Movements
3. Speed of Movement
4. Precision of the Balloon’s Squash and Stretch

1. Missing Connection Shots

To improve the narrative flow, I have added a transition shot of the cloud and sky. This shot serves to bridge the gap between the balloon’s ascent and its subsequent movement toward the city, viewed from a first-person perspective. This addition strengthens the visual continuity, providing a seamless link between the balloon’s journey and the unfolding story.

2. Details of the Character Movements

I have refined the character movements to enhance emotional expression and storytelling. At the beginning, I introduced a crying motion for the child, followed by the clown’s comforting gesture, where he offers the child another balloon. This change shifts the tone from sadness to one of cheerfulness, creating a more positive atmosphere. At the conclusion of the animation, I incorporated a gesture of the child grabbing and hugging the balloon, which helps convey a deeper sense of affection and attachment, enriching the narrative and allowing the audience to feel the child’s emotional connection to the moment.

3. Speed of Movement

I identified several instances where the pacing felt too abrupt. Notably, the sequence where the balloon rises at the beginning, as well as when it descends later, needed to be adjusted. By altering the speed of these movements, I was able to improve the overall flow of the animation, creating a more natural and visually pleasing rhythm that better supports the story.

4. Precision of the Balloon’s Squash and Stretch

In the previous version of the animation, the timing and rotation of the balloon’s squash and stretch were not consistent, particularly during the moment when the car approaches. I focused on refining the balloon’s deformations to ensure smoother and more accurate movements. These adjustments help to enhance the overall fluidity of the animation, making the balloon’s reactions more believable and dynamic.

Changes to be made

1. Details of the Animation

While the basic animation for the balloon and side characters is in place, their movements still lack the level of detail needed to elevate the overall animation. These movements feel incomplete and are still at an early stage. To address this, I plan to refine the animation, with a particular focus on adjusting the speed and adding finer details to make the characters’ actions more fluid and engaging. This step is crucial to ensuring that the animation feels more polished and cohesive.

2. Props

Although I am unsure if prop details are typically included in a previs, I believe they are an important consideration as I progress toward my final major project (FMP). Incorporating prop details will help enhance the realism and depth of the environment. Some key props that I plan to refine or adjust include:

• Bushes: These play a significant role in a scene where the balloon nearly crashes into them at the end.
• Buildings: Enhancing the design of the buildings will contribute to a more believable setting.
• Balloon: The balloon itself will need further refinement, especially in how it interacts with its environment.
• Road: The road surface and its details should be considered for a more grounded, realistic setting.
• Park Chair: Adding more detail to the chair will help integrate it into the scene better.
• Fences: Enhancing the fences will provide more context and texture to the environment.

Additionally, I may explore adding color, lighting, and test renders if time allows. These elements would further elevate the visual impact of the animation, providing a richer and more immersive experience.

3. Sound Design

I am currently seeking collaboration with a sound design graduate to enhance the auditory experience of my project. I believe that selecting the right music and sound effects is essential to complementing the visuals and enhancing the emotional depth of the animation. By working with a professional in sound design, I hope to find suitable audio elements that will effectively support the narrative and bring the animation to life in a more dynamic way.