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April 3, 2023June 6, 2023

Interview: Super Sema Animators Take Us Into the Unknown

To celebrate the release of Super Sema Season 3 on Youtube Originals, we were able to have a chat with a magnolious creative artist, Anu M George, who is a rank-holder from M.G.University and has worked on popular animation projects like Super Sema, Fukrey Boyzzz, Little Singham, Purple Turtle and MJ3 (Toon Boom). She has got a hands-on experience with Adobe Animate, Photoshop, Illustrator, Corel Draw, and Toon Boom throughout her colorful career. She rightly says, “Drawing is one aspect but the animation is something, which gives life to it.”

Anu M George, Animator, Prayan Animation Studio

How did you get involved in Animation?

I am one of the many animators out there who began drawing at a young age. As soon as my brain transitioned from consuming crayons to scrawling images, I was hooked on that art of creativity. Actually, my sister had an animation course at her school and I used to help her with it, this is where I learned and developed my skills and landed up here nurturing my passion.

As an adolescent, I clearly remember pausing my favorite animated movies and imitating the images I saw on the screen, especially the hilarious breakdown and in-between drawings that made me chuckle. I nearly felt like drawing and animation were the same thing. The live-action adventure movies I used to watch truly ignited my passion for graphic design, animation, and other aspects of filmmaking.

As an Animator, what does your day look like?

As I tend to be a morning person, I like to get in the studio before the cacophony of the day begins to get into that groove. When a Sema episode is actively in production, it’s not unusual for the entire day to pass while animators work on a single shot, with only perhaps two or three check-ins with supervisors and directors throughout the week. Meetings with supervisors frequently take place in a formal setting that strives to be efficient with everyone’s time to discuss how much the animation is capturing the point of the moment in the film.

What are the most challenging and enjoyable parts of illustration?

Whenever I’m sketching, I’m genuinely thrilled. The day just seems to fly by. When you finish a sketch, you leave a piece of yourself behind because it expresses something about you. An excellent drawing will inspire others and spark their creative spirits when people see it and say, “Aah, now this is something that ignites me to come up with ideas.”

According to you, what makes a film stand out?

A personal viewpoint that is supported by tasteful style, sound, and timing. I’ll always want to see more a movie that blends humor with sincerity and drama with comedy. Every project I’ve worked on has involved amazing people, tasks for which I am immensely thankful, and experiences that I will remember for the rest of my life.

Super Sema Animation

We learned a lot while working on Super Sema. With regard to our process, we got most of them right but made a few blunders as well. With Sema, we got an opportunity to use all that we learned in preproduction and production. We wanted to deliver stories as efficiently as possible so that every last penny would be spent on that screen.

March 31, 2023June 6, 2023

ChatGPT, who are you? Let’s meet!

An artificial intelligence robot named ChatGPT (Chat Generative Pre-trained Transformer) was created by OpenAI and released in November 2022.

It rapidly attracted attention for its thorough and well-written responses in a variety of subject areas. ChatGPT is flexible even though its primary job is to imitate human conversationalists. For instance, it is capable of writing and debugging computer programs, composing music, teleplays, fairy tales, student essays, writing poetry and song lyrics, writing test answers (sometimes, depending on the test, at a level above the average human test-taker), simulating an entire chat room, playing games like tic-tac-toe, and simulating an ATM.

Beginning this month, OpenAI stated that ChatGPT plugin support would be upgraded, which includes both third-party plugins created by developers like Expedia, OpenTable, Zapier, Shopify, Slack, and Wolfram as well as OpenAI-made plugins like online browsing and code interpretation.

However, it lacks knowledge on incidents post September 2021. ChatGPT occasionally “writes plausible-sounding but incorrect or nonsensical answers,” as per OpenAI. Regardless of real comprehension or factual content, human reviewers favoured longer answers in training ChatGPT. Algorithmic bias affects training data as well, which can be seen in ChatGPT’s responses to queries containing human-related descriptors. ChatGPT is not allowed to “express political opinions or engage in political activism”, as per BBC.

As ChatGPT was made accessible to the general public, hundreds of books bearing its name as author or co-author and featuring pictures created by other AI models like Midjourney debuted on Amazon over the first three months.

Italian daily II Foglio hosted a unique competition for their readers while publishing one ChatGPT-generated story per day on their main website during March and April 2023.

The pieces discussed issues such as Elon Musk’s management of Twitter, the Meloni government’s immigration policy, the potential AI replacement of human journalists, and the rivalry between chatbots and virtual assistants.

The debut of ChatGPT and its dissemination to a larger audience boosted the market’s interest and competition.

Google started rolling out an experimental service dubbed “Bard” in February 2023. It is based on its LaMDA large language model. On March 21, 2023, Bard was made available to US and UK users with a number of restrictions.

Yann LeCun of Meta stated in January 2023 that Meta is hesitant to roll out a competitor right now due to reputational risk, but added that Google, Meta, and several independent startups all separately have a comparable level of LLM technology to ChatGPT should any of them wish to compete. Yann LeCun has called ChatGPT “well engineered” but “not particularly innovative.” Meta launched LLaMA in February 2023; it is a 65-billion-parameter LLM.

March 31, 2023March 31, 2023

Glow with Firefly – Adobe’s AI-generated co-pilot

Adobe has now officially entered the generative AI space with Firefly. The company intends to increase the productivity of creators working on projects by implementing AI-based features, while also enabling new users to create various kinds of visual material.

One of the very first features is that you’re able to change the composition of an image with a simple text prompt. As a Photoshop user, it must be a bit difficult, especially for a beginner. For example, if we enter “change scene to winter” and click Generate, it immediately modifies the image with 3 different compositions to choose from; which means the user interface allows us to be more creative.

Software like Mid Journey and Dali 2 is more confusing to the average user since you need to fine-tune and tweak things a bit differently but in Adobe Firefly with just a single click you can obtain your stylistic outputs.

Secondly, we can Generate Similar Brushes and change the texture of certain products, add water, etc. Another cool option in Firefly is Generating Templates from a mood board which definitely disrupts Canva. In fact, one can highlight an image and generate variations. Thirdly, we can merge seamlessly so that the background looks perfect with no real distortion, and that too with an easy UI with a Refresh button and 3 options right in the center.

The AI models in the Adobe Firefly family of creative generative models are intended to improve the creative process for producers, designers, and artists. It provides possible applications in digital imaging, photography, illustration, graphic design, video, marketing, social media, and 3D modelling and enables users to produce extraordinary content using common language. Firefly seeks to give creators useful advantages, improve workflows, and provide AI tools designed especially for creative requirements. This art tool assures accountability and transparency in generative AI.

To access the Adobe Firefly Beta version:-

1.      Visit the Adobe Firefly website at firefly.adobe.com
2.      At the right corner of the screen, select the Request Access button.
3.      You will then be taken to a website where you may fill up your information, including name, email address, nationality, and other details, known as the Adobe Firefly Invite Request.
4.      You can, at your discretion, indicate why you want to utilise Adobe Firefly at the page’s conclusion.
5.      Click the Next Page button to finish.
6.      Adobe will offer you an invitation with instructions on how to begin using Firefly generative AI if your request is ultimately approved.

March 30, 2023March 30, 2023

Super Sema Season 3 – Episode 3

An incredible little girl named Sema and her twin brother MB are on a mission to defend the African hamlet of Dunia from the evil Tobor. Their experiences, which have the potential to change the world, are chronicled. Sema is aware that anything is possible with willpower, imagination, and a little assistance from the fascinating world of science and technology.

Baby Moyo

How cute was Moyo when he was a young goat! There was a lot of feeding, cuddling, and safety, but in the end, Moyo was really an adorable kid! On the occasion of his birthday, Sema recalls their interactions with Baby Moyo and how this charming, mischievous goat ended up being an inseparable member of her family.

Prayan produces almost 300+ minutes of 2D animation content every year and has also involved himself in children’s book illustrations and game content development. They have recently partnered with Helen Christabel Parker, an Australian/Canadian television producer and writer from Diamond Film Canada, for a co-production called Sonic Bird, a 26*11 series, due for release in 2024.

March 24, 2023March 30, 2023

Super Sema Season 3 – Episode 2

Born out of the urge to produce educational content, tailored to accommodate Africa’s local theme, Super Sema is a protagonist in the series of world-changing adventures. Sema, an extraordinary young girl, and her twin brother MB are on their quest to protect the African town of Dunia from the robotic villain Tobor.

It moulds kids to more creativity, application of science and technology and teaches all and sundry that anything is possible through grit and determination!

Babu’s Back

When Babu hurts his back, Sema and MB technovate a solution to handle all of his errands without him, making Babu feel old and useless. It’s up to a highly unanticipated visitor to restore Babu’s self-assurance and dignity.

Prayan has already gained a name in the industry for outstanding projects in 2D and 3D animation, children’s & comic book illustrations, successful marketing content such as explainer videos, and mastering the hottest trends such as NFT creation. Today, Prayan Animation is taking you to the universe of Super Sema, which has been widely acclaimed and received millions of devoted fans worldwide.

March 22, 2023May 17, 2024

Super Sema Season 3 – Episode 1

In Super Sema, an incredible little girl named Sema and her twin brother MB are on a mission to defend the African hamlet of Dunia from the evil Tobor. Their experiences, which have the potential to change the world, are chronicled. Sema is aware that anything is possible with willpower, imagination, and a little assistance from the fascinating world of science and technology.

Operation New Lab

As Sema and her pals reopen their STEAM lab, Tobor comes up with a scheme to end it forever. Will Tobor’s updated, super-smart Bongolalas finally give Sema a run for her money, or will they prove to be too much for him to handle?

With over a decade in the animation industry, one of the leading animation studios in India, Prayan has worked with major international production studios helping them create successful animated movies, episodes, and much more. Following the latest trends and creating new ones with top-notch companies across the USA, UK, France, and the Middle East, Prayan has used its expertise in hand-drawn animation, ToonBoom, and Adobe Animate to bring the most ambitious projects to life.

March 14, 2023May 20, 2024

Oscars 2023: GloRRRy For India and the Animation Fraternity

We were genuinely engaged in the outcome of the short film Oscar event this year and were anxious to learn who would take home the prize. We tracked the progress from the shortlists to the nominations, offered our own voter’s guide, looked at the trends, and made predictions. We even found a moment to catch up with a few past winners for an illuminating conversation about their Oscar experience.

Finally, the wait has come to an end. So without further ado, here are the 95th Academy Award winners for Best Animated Short Film, Best Documentary Short Film, and Best Animated Feature.

BEST ANIMATED SHORT FILM

The Boy, Mole, Fox & Horse winner of Oscars 2023

THE BOY, THE MOLE, THE FOX AND THE HORSE BY PETER BAYNTON & CHARLIE MACKESY

An enchanting story “The Boy, the Mole, the Fox, and the Horse” with a star-studded voice cast and opulent hand-drawn animation, won Apple its first animated short Oscar. Based on the book by Charlie Mackesy, this heartwarming, classically animated movie tells a tale of generosity, friendship, courage, and hope for audiences of all ages. The fascinating adventure follows the unusual fellow travelers of a child, a mole, a fox, and a horse—who are all on the same quest to find their way home.

BEST DOCUMENTARY SHORT FILM

“The Elephant Whisperers” emerged as the winner at the 95th Academy Awards making it a maiden victory for India in the Documentary Short Subject category. A couple from south India named Bomman and Bellie dedicate their entire lives to raising Raghu, an orphaned baby elephant, creating a unique family in the process.

BEST ANIMATED FEATURE

“Animation is cinema. Animation is not a genre. Animation is ready to be taken to the next step. Keep animation in the conversation.” Says Guillermo del Toro as ‘Pinocchio’ Wins Animated Feature Oscar.

The victory gave Netflix its first Oscar in the category while making del Toro the first director to win best picture, director, and animated feature.

Del Toro receives his third Oscar for the stop-motion version of Carlo Collodi’s famous book. He previously won the Best Director and Best Picture Oscars for his 2017 film The Shape of Water. Using visual imagery influenced by Gris Grimly’s artwork, Pinocchio reinvented the well-known story of a wooden puppet brought to life. The toy kid is enlisted into the military since the tale unfolds in pre-World War 2 fascist Italy. In the film, which also stars Ewan McGregor as Sebastian J. Cricket and David Bradley as Geppetto, Gregory Mann voices Pinocchio.

BEST ORIGINAL SONG

Oscars 2023 Best Song Naatu Naatu from RRR

In the Best Song category, Naatu Naatu from SS Rajamouli’s RRR won the Oscar. Naatu Naatu beat a slate of heavy-weight competitors – Lady Gaga’s Hold My Hand from Top Gun: Maverick, Rihanna’s Lift Me Up from Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, This Is A Life from Everything Everywhere All At Once, and Applause from Tell It Like A Woman. The first Indian song to win this coveted prize was Jai Ho from Slumdog Millionaire in 2009 in the same category. This is the second Indian song to accomplish so.

Prayan Animation is proud of all the Oscar champions and extends its best wishes to the entire animation community to keep growing by leaps and bounds.

March 9, 2023May 20, 2024

A secret recipe to decode a successful Animation project!

Quality video content, especially animated content, is the key to success in the modern world driven by media and communication. Animation production has grown into a huge industry with limited applications that invent and master new tools and technologies every day.

However, just like any other trend, the use of animated content is becoming more and more competitive, making it harder to create a truly successful animated project that will hit its goal.

In this article, we shall explain how to easily decode a successful animation project and walk you through the essential animation production steps to help you get the most out of it and the opportunities it offers.

Stick to your Animation Technique

Eye Roll By Lucas via Giphy

Integrity is vital for a successful animation video. Follow through the 2D animation steps if this is what you choose to make sure that the visuals are seamless.

However, with all the limitless possibilities of the modern motion graphics process, try to limit your animation techniques and stick to signature aesthetics.

Not only will it help you easily work out your signature style, but it is also a great way to save time and money on animation production.

Set the Tone with a Tune

Loop Mood By Noelia via Giphy

Successful animation is not all about visuals. The atmosphere and the emotions it encourages are created by other elements as well. A soundtrack is extremely important if you want to create a successful animation project.

Sometimes creators pick the soundtrack when the animation production is almost over. In other cases, music can even be the inspiration for the whole project. However, music and sound effects are extremely important. They make your video content catchy and memorable.

Stake on visual puns

Obey Me via Giphy

Animated videos are so successful because they are relatable, digestible, and simply… fun! That is why a successful animation process is all about visual puns rather than long dialogues. These short and sometimes random moments add humor and action, keeping the viewers` attention.

Short Gags make it Lively

Prank Hit by Aum via Giphy

Whether your animation video is meant for entertainment, marketing, or education, adding short gags to the scripts during the animation production is a great idea. Whitty and memorable jokes add dimension to the character, classic “knock-knock” -er will lighten the mood and a specific joke with professional slang works great for explainer videos, making them more relatable and digestible.

Find the best Animation Studio for your Project.

When choosing your animation studio, make sure to check out our portfolio and contact us to find out whether our aesthetics and experience correlate with the needs and goals of your animation project.

For example, Prayan Animation Studio lets you see the whole range of our services and previous projects on our website, communicate with the artists, and discuss the project thoroughly before putting it to work.

Keeping a grip on the latest trends in animation, the artists and designers of Prayan Animation Studio prefer to create unique products instead of following mainstream concepts. It allows us and our customers to stand out in the competition, offering viewers truly original and successful animated content.

February 28, 2023May 14, 2024

Meet the all-new Disney Animation Immersive Experience

Lighthouse Immersive – the studio that has already granted us the Frida Kahlo and Van Gogh Immersive Experience is now helping Disney to bring their most beloved blockbuster to life at the new Disney Animation Immersive Experience exhibition.

The project already kicked off in Toronto in December 2022. Currently, the immersive exhibit is planned in 10 major cities throughout the United States. The organizers of the immersive exhibit also claim that the project will travel across the Ocean and will be presented worldwide, starting with Asia. However, Tokyo is the only city confirmed for the world tour right now.

Immersive exhibits – the new way to experience art.

Immersive art presentation is becoming more and more popular worldwide, letting viewers not only walk into their favorite masterpieces but also helping artists express themselves using cutting-edge technologies such as VR, holography, and digital projection.

The immersive experience kickstarts a new approach to animation and visual design, their potential, and their perspectives in different fields, from entertainment to education and marketing.

With the help of world-leading studios and modern technology, artists like Van Gogh and Frida Kahlo were granted new life and interpretation of their masterpieces. Just like this, Disney is taking grown-ups down memory lane introducing classic blockbusters like Lion King, Little Mermaid, and Alladin into the current Disney Animation Immersive Experience and keeping the fire for the new generation, letting them walk through Casita from Encanto or sing along with Elsa from Frozen.

Just like this, Immersive exhibits at schools, higher learning institutes, and museums allow us to engage a broader audience in learning and find a new approach to teaching, presenting, and processing information.

Immersive art and experience have already become an integral part of the program of annual festivals and seminars such as the Mobile World Congress and Cannes Lions.

All those are the signs of a new emerging trend that introduced immersive experience to modern marketing and advertising strategies, lets it created a new niche in the art and entertainment industry, and encouraged the world’s best animation and web design studios to create new forms and master new technologies and tools that would make immersive art accessible for a wider range of prospective customers and find it new efficient application in different fields.

Disney Animation Immersive Experience – step inside the dream

The immersive effect of the ongoing Disney Animation Immersive Experience is achieved through a visual projection of the artistry from Disney’s hit movies and showcasing their official soundtracks.

Except for the opportunity to jump into the atmosphere of the latest blockbusters like Zootopia and Encanto, visitors to the immersive exhibition will walk through evergreen hits like Peter Pan, Lion King, and even the original version of Pinocchio from 1940.

The Toronto-based Lighthouse Studio is mainly known for its hit Van Gogh immersive experience exhibition, attended by over 4 million people worldwide.

The ongoing Disney Animation Immersive Experience is already believed to be another success and turning point in the immersive art and presentation industry.

Do you want to know more about the perspectives of immersive art and animation and the new opportunities that professional animators can offer your business or project? Contact Prayan Animation today!

This is a home for India’s best animators and content creators who are acknowledged as trendsetters in the industry and have an exclusive approach to every new client and project we take. Discover a magical world of modern animation and whole new tools and opportunities with this professional team of passionate artists!