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Metamorphosis-Inspired Stop Motion Clips

Emma Allen Depicts Life, Death, Decay and Reincarnation

— November 20, 2013 — Art & Design
London-based multimedia makeup artist Emma Allen, who specializes in face and body painting, recently created a 75-second stop motion video that illustrates the story of 'Life, Death And Reincarnation' of a woman using makeup. The video called ‘Ruby’ is created to demonstrate the beautiful yet fleeting cycle of life that shows a woman in the process of aging, dying, death, and coming back to life. The video delicately animates the process of life and how individuals are connected to the physical world around us, urging us to appreciate life and to take a moment to marvel at the wonderful processes of each and every entity of life on earth.

The video is “[a]n animated self-portrait exploring the idea of rebirth and illustrating the transfer of energy from one incarnation to another. I painted this stop frame animation on myself over 5 days, using some face paints, a mirror and a camera”, Says Allen on ‘Ruby.'
Trend Themes
1. Stop Motion Animation - Opportunity to use stop motion animation techniques in various creative industries to tell captivating stories.
2. Life Cycle Narratives - Potential for creating visually compelling narratives that explore the themes of life, death, and rebirth across different mediums and industries.
3. Multimedia Makeup Artistry - Innovation opportunities in the field of professional makeup artistry to combine multimedia elements and storytelling techniques for unique visual experiences.
Industry Implications
1. Film and Animation - Incorporating stop motion animation techniques in films and animation projects to evoke emotions and create memorable visual experiences.
2. Art and Design - Exploring life cycle narratives in various art forms such as paintings, sculptures, and installations to provoke thought and reflection.
3. Beauty and Fashion - Innovating makeup application techniques and artistic storytelling in the realm of professional makeup artistry for fashion shows, editorial shoots, and advertising campaigns.
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