Video Editing/Animation
Video editing is a skill I've recently embraced, and I've found a genuine passion for the art of weaving together clips and synchronizing them with music. This creative process, where timing and rhythm meet visual storytelling, excites me as I explore the endless possibilities of bringing narratives to life. Below is a collection of various video edits and animations.
Video Demo Reel
Project Name:
Love: A Cinematic Exploration
Project Overview:
"Love" is a video clip remix crafted in the style of a cinematic movie trailer, utilizing stock footage to explore the dual themes of love and loneliness. This project juxtaposes the warmth and closeness of love against the cold distance of loneliness, creating a narrative that resonates with the universal human experience. Through carefully selected and remixed stock footage, the video captures moments of connection and isolation, inviting viewers on an emotional journey through the landscapes of human relationships.
Project Name:
Don't Worry
Project Overview:
In this video project, I aimed to visually represent the burden of daily worries. I documented the process of attaching sticky notes, each inscribed with a worry, onto my body. To enhance the effect, I edited the footage so that the sticky notes appeared to adhere by themselves, illustrating the gradual accumulation of stress and anxiety.
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Robert Frost's poem "The Road Not Taken"
Project Overview:
In this text animation project, I bring to life Robert Frost's "The Road Not Taken". The animation visually interprets the poem’s exploration of choice and consequence, reflecting on the decisions that shaped one's path. This project is a creative endeavor to connect the universal themes of Frost's poem with the unique contours of our lives.
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Dog Stars
Project Overview:
In "Dog Stars," the title sequence introduces us to a stark post-pandemic world through the eyes of Hig, the protagonist. Surviving in an abandoned airport hangar with his dog, Jasper, and a survivalist companion, Bangley, Hig navigates the desolation with his vintage plane. Haunted by the loss of his wife and the solitude of his existence, Hig's journey takes a hopeful turn with a mysterious radio transmission, setting him on a path to find other survivors.
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Counting the Days
Project Overview:
"Counting the Days" is my journey, highlighting the contrast between the intense periods spent juggling work and school from my computer, and the cherished vacation times with my family. This video project narrates the push and pull of daily life against the backdrop of treasured escapes with loved ones. It explores the balance between dedication to responsibilities and the rejuvenation found in shared moments of leisure and adventure. Through this exploration, I aim to reveal the significance of family time in recharging and inspiring my work and academic endeavors, underscoring the importance of finding harmony amidst life's demands.
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The World is Your Canvas
Project Overview:
"The World is Your Canvas" follows 11-year-old Cameron and 13-year-old Joe as they use Posca Markers to transform simple ideas into vibrant artworks. Supported by his family, this video showcases Cameron’s journey from choosing markers to presenting his final pieces, emphasizing creativity and the power of support.
