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Maris Zaharevics 000932943-9 CINE1102 Animation Studio "Lacuna Reef" Evaluation 00| Overview The group work at the university rarely brings the desired results, given the difference in desires, skills, artistic thinking and other influences behind the educational institution. The given assignment in terms of the group work can't be equated to an industry level job, as each participant motivation will differ based on individual circumstances and so the level of contribution can't be controlled without proper management. Despite the fact, that the initial stages of the animation pre-production had a solid basis, the production phase felt disorganized, and a strong sense of motivation and all the general desire began to fade away. Although we had a milestone plan for each participant with clearly outlined tasks and goals, unfortunately, it was hard to follow it given that other modules were going on in parallel. It should not be treated as...

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Maris Zaharevics 000932943-9 CINE1102 Animation Studio "Lacuna Reef" Environemnt Artist Portfolio Link to the animation https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1GIjlF0FwvOv1om3bE0Wx37dHG86VXFWV?usp=sharing Overview This portfolio is showcasing the work done for the Animation Studio project. In particular, the coral structures and underwater rock formations. Various dynamic simulation techniques and traditional sculpting together with animation baking are described in designated areas of this portfolio.  Corals Moving corals This video was shot in the London Sea-life when we visited it with the group as part of the underwater life case study. I was interested in the movement of corals and their characteristics in terms of softness and suppleness of turbulence created by underwater streams.  The most exciting part of my role was the creation of moving corals, soft and pliable to any underwater current t...