Working alongside Timneet and Elan on the Blender project was truly a remarkable experience. Despite our limited time and budget, our collaboration from inception to completion yielded something we’re all immensely proud of. From brainstorming to final touches like audio and animations, each of us played a vital role in bringing the project to fruition.
Leveraging our collective strengths as illustrators, we decided on a blend of illustrated and live-action elements. Elan skillfully crafted the town of Sagebrush, providing backdrops and lively townsfolk. Timneet breathed life into our memorable main characters with their unique illustration style, while I contributed a medley of props, figures, and typographic elements to fill the scenes.
Elan’s dedication to their role as The Bartender Delbruck was exceptional, embodying the character with flair. Additionally, they took charge of audio editing and mixing, keeping us involved and seeking our input throughout the process. Timneet not only brought our illustrated characters to life but also ventured into directing for the first time, relishing the opportunity to be behind the camera.
The ideation and storyboarding phase emerged as the cornerstone of our workflow. Establishing a solid storyline early on provided us with a clear roadmap for development. Remarkably, we pieced together our narrative on the very first day of collaboration, maintaining a relaxed atmosphere while remaining open to creative possibilities. I’m truly proud of what we made.