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College Thesis Film

The Trail beyond Highland Road is a 2D animated dramedic short focusing on the consequences of deforestation. It follows a man and his daughter in a prosperous suburban town who notice their forest is in ruins through an endangered species of deer.

 

Inspired by my up-bringing in an urban town with poorly treated forests, this film was important for me in tackling heavy handed environmental issues as my senior thesis film at the Maryland Institute College of Art. Made within an 8-9 month schedule, the short went through change after change before finally being released online and through festivals.

 

The short is a multi award winner throughout festivals, admired for its emotional storytelling and strong morality.

Concept Art

Production Storyboards

End Credit
Boards & Thumbnails
(special thanks to Jessica Rae Lipinsky)

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