A short advertising video for a fictional star-finding app that begins as a simple tutorial before transporting viewers into an immersive, imaginative version of the app’s universe, highlighting how it encourages children to explore astronomy through guided, parent-supported use of technology.
Animatic
An animatic that uses timed sequences to preview the pacing, camera movement, and emotional beats of the final animated short.
Storyboard
A sequence of illustrated panels that visually maps out the key scenes, character actions, and shot compositions to guide the narrative flow of the project.
Style Frame
A set of polished, high-detail frames that establish the visual tone, color palette, lighting, and overall aesthetic direction for the final animation.
Credit
Special Thanks to: Mom, Dad, Mimi, Grammy, and Michaela
Music courtesy of
"Rings of Saturn Loop" by Rhodesmas on Freesound.org
"Stasis Music for Space" by SondreDrakensson on Freesound.org
Supervising Professor: TBD
Submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Digital Media and Design at the University of Connecticut, Storrs, Connecticut.
© 2027 Lilli-Ann Hanlon
