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[About]

This animation explores the intricate fusion of realistic water distortion with a stylized aesthetic, unraveling the technical nuances behind achieving a compelling visual balance while maintaining the project's primary goal.

[Project Type]

Personal Project

[Year]

2023

[Main goal]

Realistic water distortion, Stylized look

[Techniques]

Digital Art, Effects of After Effects, Compositing

[software]

After Effects, Photoshop, Live2D

[Timeline]

2 days

[Services]

The creation of water distortion involved the careful application of Caustics and Wave World effects, utilizing a consistent distortion map for both the water surface and delicate flower petals to achieve a heightened sense of realism. To infuse a stylized aesthetic, the same distortion map was skillfully composited with nuanced adjustments in contrast, levels, and detail, with a key role played by the essential Simple Choker effect. Through the compositing of additional layers, infusion of details, and the finesse of color grading, the culmination yields the captivating final animation with a distinctive and engaging visual appeal.
Bottom of the lake
Bottom of the lake
Cape Motion
Cape Motion
Character
Character
Character in Water
Character in Water
Water Displacement Map
Water Displacement Map
Water 1
Water 1
Water 2
Water 2
Floating Pre-final look
Floating Pre-final look