A Summer Dream

Software used: Maya, Substance Painter, Photoshop, After Effects, Premiere Pro, Illustrator, Procreate

“A Summer Dream” is a 2D/3D combined short film that explores the themes of nostalgia, dreams, and the Chinese American identity. It is told through a stylized 3D reality and whimsical 2D daydreams.

Film Festivals: San Diego Asian Film Festival, Northeastern Student Film Festival, North By Northeastern, The Brightside Film Festival

Highlights

Promotional poster

Film stills

Initial test placing 2D animation into a 3D environment

Process