Blog Entry #3: Fumiko's Confession

Yet another 2D animation that left a great impression. What caught my attention is the use of dynamic perspective for the most part of this animation and not the title, which [initially] suggested romance.

This is possibly the first (or only) 2D motion graphics that actually made me feel like I'm watching this from one of those 4D movie theaters.

Blog Entry #2: Top Gear UK show opening

Top Gear UK is not only famous for being the best car show globally – they also have one of the best filming techniques around.

The opening sequence combines a bunch of movie clips with some vector art work (i.e. the silhouette figures of the three hosts of the show, Jeremy Clarkson, James May and Richard Hammond). The end result of this combination is pretty dynamic. Oh, and not to mention, Top Gear uses a variety of filters (I think those are Cokin filters) to achieve the contrast in color in their video clips, which also contributes to the success of this opening sequence.

Also, note the variety of unusual angles that they use while filming – very innovative! Perhaps this is the main reason why I watch the show. :)

HD version: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MmRawGPwj8g&hd=1

Blog Entry #1 Louis Vuitton "Superflat Monogram" - Takashi Murakami

...Possibly one of few that I will remember. I was introduced to this motion graphic 3 years ago in one of my 2nd year classes at RMIT Uni.

The brand Louis Vuitton is generally perceived as a "classy", monotone product. Murakami has changed my perception of LV in this particular clip.. I reckon this is quite an unexpected yet fascinating way to promote LV.

Murakami has done a great job in adding a palette of vibrant colors into LV's trademark monogram design, thus making the multicolore series more lively and interesting to look at.