Animation: Narrative

            My animation is heavily influenced by children’s book illustrations.  It is intended to be fun and happy while still portraying a moral or message.  The central character to the story is Buckins the bulldog.  The animation begins with him walking alone into town.  He then notices a burning building with an innocent baby bird stuck inside.  Buckins speaks with Mr. and Mrs. Bird who ask for his assistance in saving their child.  Our hero Buckins quickly sniffs out a solution to helping Baby Bird.  With the help of a nearby fire hydrant, the flames are doused and he is saved.  In the end, all is well and Buckins is able to return to his walk through town.  The basic moral of the animation is to help those who are in need. 

This stop motion animation is shot vertically using several frames to express the narrative.  Portions of the video are close ups while others are shot with the entire set and scene in full view.  To create further interest, editing will be done to several of the frames.  Additionally, original music will be played simultaneously with the animation.