作品名称 Project Title : The Nine-Coloured Deer: 3D Character Modelling

简介 Description:

During the folktale presentations, I found it especially interesting to hear the Chinese students share stories from their own culture, as it revealed both clear differences and strong similarities between Irish and Chinese storytelling traditions. Many of the tales carried moral themes familiar to Irish folklore, including loyalty, honesty, and respect for nature. The story that stood out to me most was The Nine-Coloured Deer, which immediately caught my attention because of its vivid imagery, emotional depth, and powerful moral message.

The folktale tells the story of a mystical deer who saves a man from drowning and asks only that its location remain secret. When the man later betrays the deer for personal gain, the story explores themes of kindness, greed, and justice in a way that felt both emotionally affecting and morally complex. This made it an ideal choice for my experimental design project.

I also chose this project as an opportunity to challenge myself technically by developing my 3D modelling and character sculpting skills in Blender. Having focused mainly on 2D work over the past year, I wanted to step outside my comfort zone and revisit 3D practice. Through this project, I aim to combine storytelling, design, and technical growth while exploring a visually rich and meaningful folktale.

使用软件 Tools Used: Blender, Substance Painter, Adobe Photoshop CC