BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:Linklings LLC BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Asia/Tokyo X-LIC-LOCATION:Asia/Tokyo BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0900 TZOFFSETTO:+0900 TZNAME:JST DTSTART:18871231T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20250110T023301Z LOCATION:G404\, G Block\, Level 4 DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20241204T090000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20241204T180000 UID:siggraphasia_SIGGRAPH Asia 2024_sess173_caf_141@linklings.com SUMMARY:Don't Feed the Unicorn DESCRIPTION:Computer Animation Festival\n\nKimberly Peh and Katherine Hoga n (Ringling College of Art & Design)\n\nIn our animated short film, Don't Feed the Unicorn, we explore themes of curiosity and consequence through a whimsical narrative set in a mystical forest. The story follows Junior, a young troll who, despite his father's warnings, feeds a wild unicorn, lea ding to a series of unexpected events that blend humor with tension.\n\nTh is film showcases several innovations in animation techniques and storytel ling. Utilizing advanced 3D modeling and rigging methods, we brought our c haracters to life with expressive movements and nuanced interactions. Our trolls and unicorn's designs features dynamic hair, fur, and vibrant color s, creating a striking visual contrast against the lush, enchanted forest backdrop. Our use of lighting and 2D effects enhances the magical atmosphe re, immersing the audience in Junior’s adventurous world.\n\nThe narrative structure employs a unique blend of suspense and comedy, engaging viewers while imparting a moral lesson about the importance of heeding warnings. The film’s climax features a thrilling chase sequence, demonstrating our c ommitment to high-quality animation and storytelling.\n\nWe are proud to c ontribute to the SIGGRAPH Asia community by showcasing our technical skill s and creative vision. Don't Feed the Unicorn aims to entertain and invite s discussions on artistic and technical advancements in animation. We beli eve our film represents a fusion of traditional storytelling with modern a nimation techniques, making it a valuable addition to the diverse landscap e of animated works featured at the conference.\n\nRegistration Category: Enhanced Access, Full Access, Full Access Supporter URL:https://asia.siggraph.org/2024/program/?id=caf_141&sess=sess173 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR