Two short films we created for the fun of it.
The Woodsman
First up is a quick comedy short conceived and executed by us. The overall result is weird if we're being totally honest, but it shows our sense of humor and our love of animated storytelling. Special thanks to our kids, who also think it's funny.
The Wolf
Secondly we have the first short we ever made. It took us 8 years to finish (with frequent blackouts.) When we wrote it, we didn't know how to make it. Therefore, the project became our learning playground.
"The characters are flawed, the story is so-so and the animation is harsh, but we couldn’t be prouder of it."
This short came when as new employees, we felt like our ideas were being taken by others around us. It felt like those around us had a voracious hunger to take rather than to share. The idea of connecting all of the Big bad Wolf stories was born.
Eventually, we began developing characters. we realized quickly that if we were to create this piece by ourselves, we’d need to learn 3D. Having a project like this pushed us and gave us the challenge we needed to learn Cinema 4D. The characters are flawed, the story is so-so and the animation is harsh, but we couldn’t be prouder of it. A true labor of love, hate, and perseverance.
We're grateful for everyone who supported us through the process. Our beautiful wifes, friends Addy Stroup and Will Frohn, and Greg Carlson on sound. We couldn’t have done it (and maybe shouldn’t have) without your optimism and support.
Made by Motioneer. Sound mix on The Wolf by Greg Carlson.©2021