Mask World by Haimeng Cao innovative science fiction visual storytelling

Mask World

Science Fiction Visual Storytelling for Haimeng Cao

The project presents a portrayal of a dystopian sci-fi world. The mood within these works remains meticulously maintained through intricate portrayals of machinery and architecture, each equipped with plausible mechanisms. Every artwork captures a distinct camera angle, unveiling a grand city panorama that serves to emphasize its scale when juxtaposed against humanity. This encourages readers to engage in contemplation over the ongoing transformations in the global sphere, encompassing war conflicts, plagues, climate shifts, and geopolitical unrest.

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Mask World by Haimeng Cao

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Science Fiction Visual Storytelling by Haimeng Cao

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Haimeng Cao Science Fiction Visual Storytelling

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Unique Properties

The design of Mask World aims to illustrate a potential visual aesthetic for a science-fictional concept. The ambiance and mood of these works are meticulously preserved through intricate depictions of machinery and architecture, complete with believable functions and mechanisms. Each individual artwork features a distinct camera angle, showcasing a spectacular city panorama and emphasizing the epic scale in comparison with humankind. Additionally, they showcase urban areas dedicated to functions such as resource exploitation, transportation, or censorship systems existing in different levels. The immersive world-building is skillfully woven through the utilization of these techniques.

Production Technology

As an artist, I began by searching for inspiration both visually and through literature. Meanwhile, I created sketches and mood paintings to explore the storytelling potential. I crafted blueprints for machine structures and architecture for 3D modeling and pursued a highly realistic cinematic render using the most updated rendering software in the industry.

Design Challenge

As an artist, I need to start by narrowing down the idea and conducting research focused on specific fields, such as different modern genres of architecture. It's essential to ensure that these styles come together cohesively within the project. Additionally, I will need to focus on compositional design to ensure that the subject's focal point is clear, allowing the narrative to be felt effectively.

Project Duration

4 months

Operation Flow

Mask World is a personal project focused on the visual concept of science fiction visual storytelling. The audience can engage with each artwork and may be interested in learning more about the narratives behind them.

Research

The research for this project involves delving deeply into various architectural genres, such as brutalism, metabolism, and modernism. This exploration aims to understand how human beings are profoundly influenced by highly functional machines that serve industrial and financial capital. The visual style research includes the animated feature film "Akira" and the comics of Moebius.

Inspiration

The design comprises a series of images that have been influenced by various dystopian novels, most notably "The Three-Body Problem," "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?" and "Brave New World." Currently, our world is grappling with war conflicts, plagues, climate change, and geopolitical crises. The society of humankind is undergoing profound changes. Our gaze is beginning to turn towards the science fiction world, prompting us to question whether this is the world we desire or if we are destined to be a part of it.

Image Credits

Haimeng Cao

Project Overview

Mask World Science Fiction Visual Storytelling has been a Bronze winner in the Computer Graphics, 3D Modeling, Texturing, and Rendering Design award category in the year 2023 organized by the prestigious A' Design Award & Competition. The Bronze A' Design Award is given to outstanding designs that showcase a high degree of creativity and practicality. It recognizes the dedication and skill of designers who produce work that stands out for its thoughtful development and innovative use of materials and technology. These designs are acknowledged for their professional execution and potential to influence industry standards positively. Winning this award highlights the designer's ability to blend form and function effectively, offering solutions that enhance people's lives and wellbeing.

Bronze Recognition

Haimeng Cao was recognized with the coveted Bronze A' Design Award in 2024, a testament to excellence of their work Mask World Science Fiction Visual Storytelling.

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