E Jun An


I’m a graphic designer currently pursuing an MFA in Graphic Design at RISD, with a background in motion design. I work across illustration, motion, and graphic design, and I’m especially interested in visual storytelling and how narratives unfold through time, interaction, and systems.



Work
    1. The Poetics of Space
    2. Ordinariness
    3. Beyond The Margins of Earth
    4. Dylan’s Candy Bar
    5. Zyrtec
    6. Figures of Imagination
    7. Pulling Your leg
    8. Posture
    9. Nasi
    10. Rec-Code
    11. Map Diary
    12. California Science Center
    13. Onitsuka Tiger


Studies

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E Jun An


Happy Birthday


Styleframes
Motion

Programs:

Procreate, Photoshop

Description

At the character's birthday, he opened his birthday party at home and waited for his friends. However, as time passed, no one showed up. Then he decided to take matters into his own hands and began to make a cake with legos all by himself.

I wanted to bring a touch of humor to an otherwise sad situation. The character I created faces circumstances that are far from enjoyable for most people, yet they remain unfazed and resilient, finding ways to overcome these challenges.





Sequence







Process

I started the process by creating a mind map to develop the character further. I focused on crafting their personality first, ensuring it was relatable and layered. Visually, I aimed to introduce a twist that would bring humor to the audience. As a result, the character contrasts their timid personality with a large, exaggerated body and disproportionately oversized hands.









Full Sequence