SOFTWARES
BLENDER + EVE RENDER ENGINE
CLIENT
PERSONAL PROJECT
YEAR
2024
SKILLS
3D CHARACTER DESIGN, 3D ANIMATION, 3D MODELING
Ginger Man
.about
Personal Challenge
Creating an animated character piece while mastering Blender's animation tools and exploring thematic, seasonal 3D art during the holiday period.
My Role
Character designer and animator
.skills demonstrated
Character modeling and rigging
Animation principles
Seasonal/thematic design
.key learning
Key Challenge
Balancing the whimsical character design with functional animation while learning Blender's animation workflow.
Solution
Focus on simple but effective animation principles, letting the character's personality shine through movement rather than complex technical rigs.
Behind the Scenes
Each component—from the animated gingerbread man to the intricately modeled kitchen accessories—was a lesson in patience and precision.
.project reflection
This project highlights my evolving skill set and commitment to engaging, thematic 3D art. Working on seasonal content taught me how 3D can capture and share emotions across cultures.
