I chose the theme of “playing flute” and used my son as the model. I captured a still frame from a short mobile video to check if the motion was suitable. Then I traced one drawing by hand (and scanned) to test the pencil sketch style. I also experimented with dry-paint brushes to evaluate which line quality could express the mood better before committing to the full rotoscoping process.

I defined the color palette based on the calm and light sound of the flute. Blue was used as the main background color to express clarity and airiness. I used white for the body, soft blue for the flute, and light beige for the airwaves. This combination aims to create a clean and gentle atmosphere, matching the peaceful tone of the scene and enhancing the mood of the animation.

I started drawing the lines in Photoshop and tested the colour palette on one frame. I separated elements like body, flute, and airwave into different layers, so I could adjust each part independently when needed. This setup helped me fine-tune colour contrast and line thickness more efficiently, and also ensured better control throughout the frame-by-frame process while maintaining clarity and consistency in the animation.

Final step was the most time-consuming. I drew 40 frames to match the 4-second duration at 10 fps, referencing the original mobile video. Though it was physically tiring, the process gave me a strong sense of satisfaction. I felt proud seeing the smooth movement come to life through hand-drawn frames, and it deepened my appreciation for traditional animation.