Self Thoughts
Self Thought – Motion Graphic Exploration
What started as a class assignment quickly turned into a personal exploration of self-reflection and creative process. The project goal was to recreate an existing animation as closely as possible, then reinterpret what we learned into something original, inspired by that foundation.
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Concept & Visual Metaphor
Self Thought represents a moment of internal clarity—a visual journey from shapeless, drifting thoughts (depicted as soft, fluid forms) to a recognizable heart shape, symbolizing the fruition of an idea. This moment is also meant to reflect self-love and respect, acknowledging the emotional reward that comes with solving a difficult problem or completing meaningful work.
Technical Process
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I built a head rig in After Effects and used dynamic mask manipulation combined with compounded compositions to transition the motion from formless movement to a clear, tangible shape. The result is a smooth transformation that visually captures the feeling of an idea coming to life.