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THESIS FILM: GRACE (2022)


Grace struggles with the fact that she looks nothing like her favorite doll. We follow her as she grows up in front of her mirror and eventually finds beauty and peace in her own features. I created my film, Grace, completely independently, from start to finish, over the course of sixteen months. This was a passion project that I conceived from the wanting for a story that I never had, but needed while I was growing up. Now that I am older, I am grateful that I have been able to share this important story. The film was screened at The Best of DDA 2022 Showcase, MetroCAF 2022, and Short Shorts Film Festival 2024.


This film was created using Autodesk Maya, Pixelogic ZBrush, Foundry Nuke, CC Photoshop, CC Substance Painter, and CC AfterEffects.
Oak Tree model from Maya Paint Effects. Responsible for all other aspects.




Selected Stills





Character Development


Grace - Turnaround & Sketches Adjustable Grace Rig Adjustable Grace Rig - Wireframe Doll Rigs - Wireframe Doll Rigs


Environments
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