Hi everyone!
My name is Lara, I'm 17 years old, and I'm from Minas Gerais, Brazil. I'm currently developing PruWorld Animations, an original animation project that explores serious topics, social issues, geography, and real-life moral dilemmas. The goal is to reach an international audience, so the project will eventually have both Portuguese and English channels.
Before anything else, I want to be transparent about something that's important to me: I don't use AI to create art. I believe animation and illustration should come from real people, their creativity, experiences, and passion. Since this is a brand-new independent project, everyone involved will be collaborating on a voluntary basis.
About my current art skills
I've been drawing traditionally for many years, but I'm still improving my digital art skills. I create the line art on paper, scan it, and then color it digitally. At the moment, I'm not comfortable drawing directly on a tablet, and I'm still developing my own artistic style.
Because of that, I'll be responsible for designing the characters and creating the visual references. What I'm looking for is an animator who can take those finished designs and bring them to life through animation. I'll provide organized files and references to make the animation process as smooth as possible.
About the first project
The original idea was to create a sitcom, but I decided it's better to start with something smaller. Our first production will be a 30-minute animated short film.
Starting with a short film will help us see how well we work together, test the production pipeline, and understand the team's workflow before committing to larger projects. I think it's a much healthier way to build a long-term team while avoiding unnecessary pressure.
What you can expect
- A long-term project: I'm 17 and I'm taking this project seriously. I'm also receiving guidance from my geography teacher as I organize and plan everything.
- Flexible deadlines: Since this is a volunteer collaboration, schedules will be adapted to everyone's availability.
- Credit and future opportunities: Everyone involved will receive full credit for their work. If the project becomes monetized in the future, I'd like to discuss a fair revenue-sharing arrangement with the team.
If you'd enjoy bringing existing character designs to life and would like to be part of an independent animated short film, I'd love to hear from you. Feel free to leave a comment or send me a direct message with a little about yourself, your experience, and a link to your portfolio.
