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Return to HomepageLiam Johnson
Concept Art
Vancouver Canada
Hi, I’m Liam Johnson, a concept artist specializing in prop design for animation. I love the challenge of creating props that not only look visually appealing but also fit seamlessly into the story and world of the characters. Whether it’s a futuristic gadget, a mystical artifact, or everyday items, I pay close attention to details that bring personality and function to each design. I enjoy collaborating with animators, directors, and fellow artists to make sure every prop serves its purpose while enhancing the overall aesthetic. I hope we can work together and create props that add depth and style to your animated world!
Genre: Fantasy/Adventure Target Audience: Family/Teens Animation Style: Pixilation Animation Style Overview of Animation Style: Legends of the Wind utilizes Pixilation Animation, a stop-motion technique where live actors are photographed frame by frame to create movement, blending real-world environments with fantastical elements. This style gives the film a surreal, dreamlike quality, with a tactile, handmade feel. The interaction between real actors and carefully crafted props enhances the magical atmosphere of the story.
Series 1: Legends of the Wind - The Wind Runners Executive Summary 1. Title: Legends of the Wind: The Wind Runners 2. Logline: In a world where the winds are more than just air currents, a young girl named Aria discovers that she has the power to harness the wind’s ancient magic. With the help of a group of wind-runners, she must race against time to stop a looming storm that threatens to destroy their world.
3. Synopsis: The first series of Legends of the Wind is set in the mystical land of Zephyra, where the winds are imbued with magic and control the balance of nature. The story follows Aria, a 15-year-old girl who has always been fascinated by the winds. After a mysterious storm sweeps through her village, she discovers that she is a Wind Weaver, one of the few people capable of controlling the winds through ancient magic. Aria is soon recruited by the Wind Runners, a secretive group tasked with protecting Zephyra from dangerous storms and rogue winds. Led by the experienced and stoic Master Gale, the Wind Runners take Aria on a journey across Zephyra to uncover the source of the growing storm. Along the way, they encounter wind spirits, rival wind manipulators, and ancient temples that hold the key to saving their world. But Aria’s journey is also a personal one, as she struggles to understand her newfound power and the weight of her destiny.
4. Key Characters: • Aria - The courageous protagonist, a curious and determined young girl who discovers her ability to control the winds. Her character arc follows her growth from a hesitant novice to a confident and powerful Wind Weaver.
• Master Gale - The leader of the Wind Runners, a calm and composed mentor who has a deep understanding of the wind’s magic. He is a father figure to Aria, guiding her on her journey.
• Zephyr - A mischievous wind spirit who forms a bond with Aria. Zephyr is playful but also holds ancient wisdom, often guiding Aria in unexpected ways.
• Stormrider - A mysterious and dangerous rogue Wind Weaver who seeks to control the winds for his own gain. His motives are unclear, but he becomes the central antagonist in the series.
• Elowen - A fellow Wind Runner and Aria’s closest ally. Elowen is skilled in wind combat and is fiercely loyal to her friends. She helps Aria navigate the challenges of being a Wind Weaver.
5. Setting: The series takes place in Zephyra, a fantastical land where winds are sacred and hold magical properties. Key locations include: • Aria’s Village - A small, wind-swept settlement on the edge of Zephyra, where Aria’s journey begins. • The Sky Temple - A towering structure where Wind Weavers learn to harness the winds. Its halls are filled with ancient scrolls and glowing wind runes. • The Stormfront - A vast, ever-moving wall of clouds and wind that holds the key to Zephyra’s survival. The Wind Runners must enter this treacherous area to stop the growing storm. • The Whispering Woods - A forest where the trees themselves move with the wind, creating an ever-changing landscape. Wind spirits often play tricks on those who enter. 6. Themes: The series explores themes of self-discovery, responsibility, and the delicate balance between nature and humanity. It emphasizes the importance of understanding and respecting natural forces, as well as the power of unity and teamwork in facing adversity. 7. Tone and Style: The tone is adventurous and filled with wonder, balancing lighthearted moments of discovery with darker, more intense action sequences. The Pixilation Animation style adds a whimsical, surreal quality to the film, blending real-world environments with magical wind effects and fantastical landscapes. The physical presence of actors combined with stop-motion techniques creates an immersive, tactile feel, enhancing the story’s magical realism. 8. Episode Structure: Each episode builds on the larger narrative of Aria’s journey to stop the looming storm. Episodes feature self-contained adventures as the Wind Runners explore new regions of Zephyra, battle wind-based foes, and uncover ancient secrets. The episodic structure allows for character development while moving the overarching plot forward. 9. Music and Sound Design: The soundtrack blends orchestral elements with airy, ethereal wind instruments like flutes and ocarinas, creating a soundscape that mirrors the flow of the wind. Sound design emphasizes the ever-present nature of the wind, from gentle breezes to roaring gales, with distinct sound effects for each character’s wind-based powers. 10. Marketing Strategy: • Target Audience: Family audiences, teens, and fans of fantasy and stop-motion animation. • Promotional Materials: Trailers featuring key scenes with wind-based effects, behind-the-scenes content showcasing the pixilation animation process, and character posters highlighting the unique look of the series. • Merchandising: Wind-themed toys, costumes, and interactive apps that allow users to explore the world of Zephyra. Potential tie-ins with environmental awareness campaigns, emphasizing the importance of respecting natural forces. • Distribution: Streaming platforms with a focus on family-friendly and fantasy content, as well as potential television distribution. 11. Budget and Financials: The budget includes costs for the pixilation animation process, actor fees, practical effects, sound design, and marketing. Revenue is expected from streaming rights, merchandise, and potential tie-ins with environmental initiatives or educational programs. 12. Future Potential: There are plans for a second series (Series 2), expanding on the world of Zephyra, as well as potential spin-offs focusing on individual Wind Runners. The world of Zephyra is rich with lore and could expand into other media formats such as graphic novels, interactive apps, and video games.
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