The Running Turbine

This project and Henry's energy inspired me and made me challenge my self as well. So I tried to make a Cartoon Version of the little turbine, to get it even more playful. 
The viewer must decide which one they like more. :)

Now it was all about tying it all together and let Henry's the little turbine become alive!

For the final tweaks, it was all about world building. I tried to find the best combination of realism in the render and playfulness in the props. In the call with Henry I saw him as an energetic, smart, proud and happy little inventor. I wanted the 3D world to reflect this a bit while still making sure it becomes clear that this is an important idea to tackle a problem that is affecting the whole world big time!

Now the animation needed to come alive with a bit of color!

After the amazing video call with Henry where he gave clear insights into what he liked and what was important to him, I got to work to animate a first pass. This is an essential step to get a first idea for timing and to give the little turbine the courage and energy it deserves right from the beginning!

I have created a Storyboard with a rough outline of the animation. This is what I will show Henry to get the feedback from him and his amazing creative mind to match his vision as closely as possible.

The script for this early iteration is the following: 
Title: The Adventures of the Running Turbine Scene 1: In the Countryside • Camera pans over a green landscape with gently swaying trees. • A cheerful little wind turbine energetically collects energy, its blades spinning quickly in the wind. • Voiceover: “In a world where energy is as valuable as gold, there is a small turbine that wants more.”

Scene 2: The Wind Dies Down • The leaves stop blowing, the turbine looks worried. • Voiceover: “But what happens when the wind dies down?” • The turbine looks into the distance, determined.

Scene 3: The Run Begins • With a cheerful beep, the turbine starts moving, running through fields and over hills. • Animals look on in wonder as she passes by. • Voiceover: “Our little turbine won’t be beaten. She’s looking for stronger winds, wherever they may be.”

Scene 4: Into the Sea • The turbine reaches the coast and doesn’t hesitate for a moment. • She jumps into the water and starts swimming. • Voiceover: “The sea calls, and our turbine answers. On to new shores!”

Scene 5: Arrival at the Wind Farm • The turbine reaches the wind farm, where other turbines greet her. • She takes her place and starts collecting energy again. • Voiceover: “Among friends and with steady wind, life is good.”

Scene 6: The Next Adventure • The turbine looks into the distance, where dark clouds announce a storm. • She says goodbye to her new friends and swims bravely towards the horizon. • Voiceover: “But the adventure never ends when you have a heart full of courage and wings full of dreams.”

End: • The camera pulls back and shows the turbine swimming into the distance, ready for her next big adventure.