This was quite an experimental project, so you'll notice various versions and different paths taken to reach the final result.

This was quite an experimental project, so you'll notice various versions and different paths taken to reach the final result.

The idea

The idea

The idea for this video came to me during a bike ride: I envisioned a whimsical scene where a character starts pedaling and gradually floats away from the bike into the sky. From there, the concept naturally evolved, allowing for new interpretations and visual choices.

The idea for this video came to me during a bike ride: I envisioned a whimsical scene where a character starts pedaling and gradually floats away from the bike into the sky. From there, the concept naturally evolved, allowing for new interpretations and visual choices.

The idea for this video came to me during a bike ride: I envisioned a whimsical scene where a character starts pedaling and gradually floats away from the bike into the sky. From there, the concept naturally evolved, allowing for new interpretations and visual choices.

Creating the little bunny

Creating the little bunny

Jimbo developed the concept of the little bunny, focusing on a simple yet charming design — a small body with soft, expressive features, perfect for a light and fun animation.

Jimbo developed the concept of the little bunny, focusing on a simple yet charming design — a small body with soft, expressive features, perfect for a light and fun animation.

Jimbo developed the concept of the little bunny, focusing on a simple yet charming design — a small body with soft, expressive features, perfect for a light and fun animation.

Bike

Bike

The bicycle was inspired by classic children's tricycles, featuring a playful and nostalgic look. We explored various designs until we found one that fit perfectly with the character's style.

The bicycle was inspired by classic children's tricycles, featuring a playful and nostalgic look. We explored various designs until we found one that fit perfectly with the character's style.

The bicycle was inspired by classic children's tricycles, featuring a playful and nostalgic look. We explored various designs until we found one that fit perfectly with the character's style.

Special thanks to Murilo Cunha, who contributed to the 3D modeling of the bike and helped shape the idea.

Special thanks to Murilo Cunha, who contributed to the 3D modeling of the bike and helped shape the idea.

Special thanks to Murilo Cunha, who contributed to the 3D modeling of the bike and helped shape the idea.

Animation

Animation

At first, I tried to animate the character myself, experimenting with different techniques for expressions and Essential Graphics in After Effects.

At first, I tried to animate the character myself, experimenting with different techniques for expressions and Essential Graphics in After Effects.

At first, I tried to animate the character myself, experimenting with different techniques for expressions and Essential Graphics in After Effects.

However, I realized that the results didn't align with the smooth aesthetic the project required. That's when I invited Murilo Emerick to bring the bunny to life.

However, I realized that the results didn't align with the smooth aesthetic the project required. That's when I invited Murilo Emerick to bring the bunny to life.

However, I realized that the results didn't align with the smooth aesthetic the project required. That's when I invited Murilo Emerick to bring the bunny to life.

Sky, Cloud & Stars

Sky, Cloud & Stars

For the sky, I explored various shapes and color combinations, using the Huetone 2 (beta) – ardov.me. After many tests, I achieved a visually striking result.

The clouds underwent several experiments: I tested the Stardust plugin to simulate 3D particles and even created variations with expressions in After Effects to generate random circles. In the end, I opted for a simpler and more effective version.

The stars were created using the Nebulosity plugin, adding a subtle and atmospheric touch to the composition.

For the sky, I explored various shapes and color combinations, using the Huetone 2 (beta) – ardov.me. After many tests, I achieved a visually striking result.

The clouds underwent several experiments: I tested the Stardust plugin to simulate 3D particles and even created variations with expressions in After Effects to generate random circles. In the end, I opted for a simpler and more effective version.

The stars were created using the Nebulosity plugin, adding a subtle and atmospheric touch to the composition.

For the sky, I explored various shapes and color combinations, using the Huetone 2 (beta) – ardov.me. After many tests, I achieved a visually striking result.

The clouds underwent several experiments: I tested the Stardust plugin to simulate 3D particles and even created variations with expressions in After Effects to generate random circles. In the end, I opted for a simpler and more effective version.

The stars were created using the Nebulosity plugin, adding a subtle and atmospheric touch to the composition.

huetone 2 (beta) - ardov.me

huetone 2 (beta) - ardov.me

huetone 2 (beta) - ardov.me

huetone 2 (beta) - ardov.me

Art direction, color styling, sky/atmosphere design (stars, clouds, background), final adjustments, post-production, and Presentation layout.

Art direction, color styling, sky/atmosphere design (stars, clouds, background), final adjustments, post-production, and Presentation layout.

Art direction, color styling, sky/atmosphere design (stars, clouds, background), final adjustments, post-production, and Presentation layout.

Concept art for the bunny and the tricycle.

Concept art for the bunny and the tricycle.

Concept art for the bunny and the tricycle.

Animation of the bunny and the tricycle.

Animation of the bunny and the tricycle.

Animation of the bunny and the tricycle.