The Legend of Boo-Kini Bottom

The Legend of Boo-Kini Bottom

Oct 13, 2017

The Legend of Boo-Kini Bottom

Assistant Animator | Rigger

Screen Novelties

2017

Project Synopsis

During the later stages of the 2020 pandemic, productions were starting to get off the ground but large social gatherings were still prohibited. The Boston Lyric Opera was faced with a dilemma.

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Animations

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The Ghost Ship

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The Haunted Ship Ride

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Behind the Scenes

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Sneak Peak

Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie

Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie

Jun 2, 2017

Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie

Set Builder | Model-Maker

Screen Novelties

2017

Project Synopsis

Working alongside the talented Art Director Huy Vu, I had an absolute blast bringing the whimsical sock puppet sequence of the Captain Underpants movie to life. My role involved crafting vibrant environments, including a lively high school hallway and an expansive, bustling mall, all designed to complement the hilarity of our sock puppet characters.

This creative endeavor not only showcased the playful spirit of the film but also allowed me to explore imaginative design elements that enhanced the comedic timing and charm of this unforgettable scene. The blend of quirky puppetry and dynamic settings truly made this project a delightful highlight of my work.

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Set Builds
Building the set for the Captain Underpants movie was an exhilarating challenge, as we designed a vibrant mall complete with a fully functioning escalator that needed to be puppeteered with precision. The blend of imaginative artistry and technical ingenuity brought the scene to life, allowing our puppeteers to navigate the whimsical chaos of the characters while ensuring the escalator moved seamlessly, adding a dynamic element to the storytelling. This unique setup not only showcased our team’s creativity but also highlighted the playful spirit of the film, transforming an everyday environment into a fantastical playground for adventure.
Puppeteering
Puppeteering the moving escalator in this set is a captivating dance of mechanics and artistry, where the intricate rope and pulley system requires a delicate hand to orchestrate the flow of movement. Each pull and release must be finely tuned to maintain a consistent speed, transforming a simple mechanism into a mesmerizing spectacle that draws the audience into its rhythm. With every ascent and descent, the puppeteer breathes life into the structure, creating an enchanting experience that blurs the line between reality and imagination.
Props & Models
In crafting the props for this vibrant set, we embraced a bold outline and cartoonish style that seamlessly integrates with the film’s whimsical visual language, creating a playful atmosphere that captivates the audience’s imagination. Each prop was meticulously designed with exaggerated features and vivid colors, transforming everyday objects into larger-than-life characters that leap off the screen. The collaboration between artists and designers brought an infectious energy to the set, ensuring that every piece not only served a functional purpose but also contributed to the overall narrative, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in a fantastical world where creativity knows no bounds.
Captain Underpants – The Sock Puppet Scene

Monster High “Gaga For Ghouls”

Monster High “Gaga For Ghouls”

Oct 24, 2016

Monster High “Gaga For Ghouls”

Jr. Builder

Screen Novelties

2015

Project Synopsis

I worked as a Junior Builder on the Monster High music video set to a song by Lady Gaga, contributing to the construction of bold, sparkly, abstract geometric environments that defined the video’s look. As part of the build team, I helped bring these stylized sets to life through hands-on fabrication, supporting a highly graphic, fashion-forward aesthetic that matched the energy and attitude of both the music and the Monster High brand. The project was a fast-paced, collaborative build that emphasized visual impact, texture, and playful design.

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The Monster High Sets

These portfolio images showcase a series of miniature sets built for the Monster High music video “Gaga for Ghouls.” The environments were designed as bold, abstract worlds—highly geometric compositions that blend flat graphic planes with sculpted three-dimensional elements. Sharp angles, layered shapes, and graphic silhouettes create a playful sense of scale, all carefully staged to camera using forced perspective to make the miniature builds feel expansive and dynamic.

The sets embrace a heightened, stylized aesthetic that matches the energy of the video: graphic, colorful, and unapologetically fun. By combining practical miniature craftsmanship with clever optical tricks, each setup transforms simple materials into striking visual moments that feel larger than life. The result is a collection of imaginative, camera-driven environments that celebrate experimentation, strong design, and the joy of building playful worlds by hand.

Honda “Paper” by PES

Honda “Paper” by PES

Sep 20, 2015

Honda “Paper” by PES

Illustration Coordinator

PES

2015

Project Synopsis

Acclaimed animation director PES crafted a stunning advertisement for Honda that brilliantly illustrated the evolution of their engines and vehicles through a captivating visual narrative. The project transformed thousands of meticulously designed images into a seamless flow, showcasing Honda’s innovation in a way that was both creative and engaging.

As the Illustration Coordinator, I played a vital role in this masterpiece, overseeing the organization of an immense volume of images, ensuring each element was printed, cut, and positioned perfectly to bring PES’s vision to life. It was a whirlwind of creativity and precision, and I took immense pride in contributing to it.

PES creates “Paper,” a stop-motion masterpiece for Honda

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HONDA “PAPER” by PES

BEHIND THE SCENES GALLERY

Elf: Buddy’s Musical Christmas

Elf: Buddy’s Musical Christmas

Dec 15, 2014

Elf: Buddy’s Musical Christmas

Art P.A. | Jr. Builder

Screen Novelties | NBC

2014

Project Synopsis

In 2014, I had the incredible opportunity to work on “Elf: Buddy’s Musical Christmas,” a whimsical stop motion animated holiday special that reimagined the beloved Will Ferrell classic with a fresh musical twist. This project was more than just a job; it was my first look behind the curtain of creating movie magic.

As we brought the film to life through intricate puppets and vibrant sets, I marveled at how each frame was painstakingly created. My small role in shaping this animated world ignited my passion for storytelling and collaboration within the animation industry. Working alongside talented artists and craftspeople, I experienced firsthand the sheer joy of crafting animation by hand.

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Watch Elf: Buddy’s Musical Christmas” on Peacock!