This short animated film merges photogrammetry scans of the London College of Communication (LCC), selectively chosen music, and ambient sounds to delve into the artist's relationship with LCC, questioning the necessity of stable spaces in the ever-changing art world.
LCC is portrayed as a politically charged environment, prompting the artist to ponder whether the essence of art is shaped more by belief than by the physical space of education. The project visualizes the institution's dual nature—both steady and fragile amidst shifts in artistic paradigms—through digital scans juxtaposed with a diverse musical score. From reflective ancient Chinese melodies to the dynamism of Mozart, the soundtrack mirrors the artist's journey from introspection to liberation.
The narrative begins in a lecture hall, symbolizing the quest for knowledge, and concludes with a contemplative walk into darkness, questioning the value of the educational journey. This film invites viewers to explore the intersections of art, education, and space, challenging them to reconsider the constructs that define the art world.
Building Process
Once I defined the project’s creative goal, I sketched detailed storyboards to visualize every scene—saving time by planning shots on paper before moving into production.
Time: 01.45.59
Sample: 32
Total Render time estimates:
22,000 * 1.45=22.153 days
Time: 00.55.00
Sample: 16
Total Render time estimates:
22,000 * 1=15.278 days
Above is a side‑by‑side comparison of different render‑sampling settings. I tested multiple configurations—evaluating noise vs. render time under deadline pressure—and ultimately chose 64 samples to deliver clean frames on schedule.