Cai's animation projects

Animations

Animations

Animations

Animations

My participation in the Mapp_mtl projection mapping festival as a finalist has been a period of intense creativity and technical exploration. This project allowed me to push the boundaries of my craft, blending 2D and 3D elements to create a visually striking experience that explores the interconnectedness of human perspectives.

Minespective :Projection Mapping for Mapp_MTL

Minespective :Projection Mapping for Mapp_MTL

Minespective :Projection Mapping for Mapp_MTL

Minespective :Projection Mapping for Mapp_MTL

Minespective :Projection Mapping for Mapp_MTL

As an art director and motion designer, I embarked on a journey to explore 3D illustration using Blender. This project showcases five unique pieces that demonstrate the versatility of 3D design in enhancing visual storytelling and expanding my creative toolkit.

Since 2016, I've been honing my skills as a 2D compositor with Titmouse in Vancouver. This role has allowed me to bring together various elements of animation, creating cohesive and visually stunning final products.

Compositing Journey

Compositing Journey

Compositing Journey

Compositing Journey

Compositing Journey

My tenure as a motion graphics artist at Spark Advocacy was a period of creative growth and exploration. The agency's approach to fostering new ideas and granting creative freedom allowed me to push the boundaries of my craft. Working with clients who were often unfamiliar with design concepts presented unique challenges, but the supportive and enthusiastic team environment made it an enriching experience. Client Base: Spark Advocacy primarily serves organizations and businesses looking to enhance their messaging through visual storytelling. Our clients ranged from non-profits to government agencies and corporate entities, each with distinct needs and varying levels of design literacy. Creative Process: The agency's approach encouraged ideation and experimentation. I was often given the opportunity to both design and animate concepts, allowing for a cohesive vision from conception to execution.

Motion at Spark

Motion at Spark

Motion at Spark

Motion at Spark

Motion at Spark

At MTV, I embraced the challenge of working in one of television's most dynamic creative powerhouses. As an Associate Producer, I specialized in frame-by-frame 2D animation and stop-motion techniques, bringing fresh energy to daily TV needs while working under tight deadlines.

Exploring the capabilities of Procreate Dreams, I created a series of five diverse animations that showcase various techniques and storytelling styles. Each piece in this collection demonstrates the versatility of the medium and my ability to bring unique concepts to life through motion.

Dream Animations

Dream Animations

Dream Animations

Dream Animations

Dream Animations

As a motion designer and art director, I'm always seeking innovative tools to push creative boundaries. Blender's Grease Pencil has been a revelation, offering a perfect blend of 2D and 3D capabilities. This project showcases my exploration of this medium, demonstrating its potential to create dynamic, illustrative, and emotionally resonant pieces.

Greasy technique

Greasy technique

Greasy technique

Greasy technique

Greasy technique

For this project, I developed an eye-catching trailer to promote the ONGAKU festival, a unique cultural exchange event featuring Japanese and Canadian musicians. The video needed to capture the essence of the festival: the blending of traditional Japanese instruments with contemporary experimental music.

ONGAKU Festival

ONGAKU Festival

ONGAKU Festival

ONGAKU Festival

ONGAKU Festival