Visual development and style frames that were created for a spec project. The animated promotional / explainer style video would've highlighted the history of human transportation and where things could be headed in the future. I also created an animation test using an earlier design of the 'guardian of transportation' character.
Animation Test
Sketch
When presented with the idea of exploring transportation, I immediately thought of the Guardians of Traffic statues on the Hope Memorial Bridge into downtown Cleveland. The combination of the look of the statues + what they represented (overseeing the various forms of transportation in the city) inspired this image and sketch. It showcases a guardian type mythological figure sending humanity forth using various means of transportation.
References & Inspiration
As mentioned above, the Guardians of Traffic were a big launching point for my inspiration. From there I continued my ‘mythological art deco’ thread while also pulling some more contemporary motion and animation references.
