Morgan Page Open Heart VR (2016)

360 final composite

The energy ribbons provided unique composition and lighting possibilities.

Having the old world "peel off" was by far the most difficult challenge in this project. This effect took a significant team effort with Daniel Pederson and Joel Gerlach leading the way.

The character being a central figure was a team effort to realize and bring to life. Initital idea was presented by Morgan Page and Secret Location. Cale Maza provided early sketches which I then refined. Ocean Daniel modeled and Adam Clark then animated.

An early sculpt done by Ocean Daniel when the character started to become more solidified in direction and style.

The character presented a difficult animation challenge as she was not only made of stone but cemented in place. Here are a few early key poses.

Some snippets of rock assets used throughout provided by Ocean Daniel.

Demo scene used to test materials and lighting conditions. This render showing a more stylized approach.

The first CG 360 music video, Morgan Page Open Heart changed a lot from concept to final implementation with difficult fx heavy challenges to overcome. An adventurous and educational project that really grew the team and challenged my own abilities.

Watch on Oculus Store + Gear VR
https://www.oculus.com/experiences/gear-vr/1387612654617200/

Watch on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/morganpage/videos/10154222320701073/

Client: Oculus / Secret Location

Morgan Page Open Heart VR was a huge team effort and its only because of all the awesome hands involved that difficult challenges were overcome and the project delivered on time.

Responsibilities: Art Direction / Artist
Modeling + FX: Ocean Daniel
https://www.artstation.com/oceanthebard
Animation: Adam Clark
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b38NGIJzV5A
Producing + FX: Joel Gerlach
https://www.joelgerlach.com/