Welcome to the Plume Films Blog.
Fancy a look behind the lens? Here at Plumefilms, we're pleased to invite you into our creative world. This isn't just a blog; it's our way of sharing the real nitty-gritty of putting films together. We're talking sketchbooks, fleeting thoughts, hard-won insights, brewing ideas, and all the little fragments that come from being knee-deep in a production. Think of it as a friendly chat over a cuppa, revealing the passions and occasional predicaments that shape our work.
The Art of Imperfection: Crafting Raw Emotion in a New Documentary
Crafting Raw Emotion: Behind Plume Films' New Documentary Animation Project
The Beautiful Tussle of Creative Diversity
Here's the rub: many clients and audiences instinctively want to align themselves with a particular "gang." They want to know what they're getting into…
Bringing Turner's World to Life: The Art of Colour and Texture in Animation
Turner On The Wing - Our focus shifts to two equally crucial heroes: colour and texture. It’s in these subtle layers that true visual harmony is found…
Why I Don’t Like Storyboards (But Use Them Anyway)
When I was little, I drew my own version of a Calvin and Hobbes comic strip. It was about Calvin getting hold of a giant water balloon. He struggles to fill it until it’s so big he has to hold it above his head and can’t put it down. Hobbes tries to help, but…
Behind the Scenes of The Cowgirl Project: Where Cardboard Cities Meet Virtual Worlds
Go behind the scenes of "The Cowgirl Project," a groundbreaking short film by Plume Films and Racquet Studios. Discover how handmade cardboard cityscapes and innovative Unreal Engine virtual production created a unique cinematic experience.
From Star Wars to J.M.W. Turner: The Enduring Charm of Practical Effects in Animation
Discover how Plume Films used ingenious practical effects in our bespoke animation for The Turner Project, bringing art history to life for Tate Britain. Learn about our creative problem-solving and collaboration with major cultural institutions.
When Unexpected Discoveries Lead to Creative Breakthroughs
Here at Plume Films, we're perpetually fascinated by the unexpected turns a creative journey can take….
The Cowgirl Project: Where It All Began
Some ideas sneak up quietly and refuse to leave. The Cowgirl began that way. It started with an image in my head. A girl in a cowboy hat, sitting beside a lighthouse, a dark cloud looming behind her.
Unveiling the Unseen: Blips and Hidden Layers in The Turner Project
The creative journey, especially in animation, is rarely a straight line…
Why "Plume"? The Story Behind Our Name
From a young age, I was obsessed with making things - scissors, sellotape, cardboard, glue….
A Quick Dive into Digital Art: Embracing the 80s Vibe
This morning, I was deep in digital art experimentation mode for an upcoming documentary project…
Falling Down the Rabbit Hole: The Immersive Charm of Super 8
Ever found yourself utterly swept away by a painting, an experimental animation, or a stunning illustration?
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