The construction of these models has given me a
environments. I have adapted new character rigging techniques through the utilization of various methods used in the development of my stop motion
variety of rummaged materials to create my own stop motion characters. By collecting various broken computer parts, electrical wiring, and plumbing supplies I constructed a stop motion figure that roughly resembles an oddly formed bird. It has both chicken and dodo bird qualities and is aptly named, "Doken Bird."
I have worked with clay, as well as, a wide
armatures. My skills as computer artist have been greatly enhanced through my hands on experiences in the stop motion field.
new perspective on building my own characters in 3D
I also have had experience using various
scenes from the animated short
"The Beauty Of Alcohol"
"Doken Bird"
types of clay: super sculpy, van aken, and super elasticlay. I created a short animation entitled, "The Beauty of Alcohol." This claymation project tells the story of a man who goes to the local pub to escape his mundane existence by having one too many drinks. He soon finds his vision becoming impaired. With his eyesight altering the reality of his surroundings, the homely woman sitting at the end of the bar becomes quite appealing. Love is in the air for our disoriented hero.