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2025 | Animation | New Talent
  • Why did you create this work?
    This short animation explores the theme of facial recognition, reflecting on a world where sameness is increasingly required for validation. Our aim is to question the fading line between individuality and the need to blend in to belong.
  • How were your illustrations used?
    Experimentation, Self Promotion/portfolio, Social Media
  • What materials and techniques did you use?
    Procreate for the initial sketch, then a 2d/3d workflow in Blender for the final project.
  • Was this project commissioned?
    Un-commissioned
  • Personal Website or Portfolio Link
    plantopia.work
  • Instagram
    @mq.plantopia
  • Biography
    Maryka and Quentin are the minds behind Plantopia, a French duo living and creating in Bristol. After years in the London animation world, they turned to illustration to better express their love for bold composition and vibrant worlds—imbuing each piece with the visual depth of their CG background.
  • Where are you currently based?
    United Kingdom (UK)
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