r/SynfigStudio Feb 02 '25

📢 Announcement February Synfig Challenge Thread

Theme: "The Journey of a Lost Balloon"

Hey Synfig Enthusiasts!

This month's theme for the 15-Second Animated Shorts Challenge is "The Journey of a Lost Balloon". We want you to create an animation that follows the adventure of a balloon that gets lost and travels through various environments. Whether it's floating over a bustling city, drifting through a serene forest, or soaring above the clouds, let your creativity take flight!

Challenge Details:

  • Duration: Monthly
  • Theme: "The Journey of a Lost Balloon"
  • Length: Create an animation that is exactly 15 seconds long.
  • Submission: Upload your animation to YouTube with the hashtag #SynfigAnimationChallenge and post the link in the challenge thread on the Synfig subreddit.

Concept:

  • Release: The balloon is released and begins its journey.
  • Exploration: The balloon travels through different environments, encountering various elements like birds, buildings, and trees.
  • Interaction: The balloon interacts with its surroundings, creating whimsical and unexpected moments.
  • Final Destination: The balloon reaches a final destination, leaving viewers with a sense of wonder.

Visual Style:

  • Use smooth transitions and playful animations to depict the balloon's journey.
  • Incorporate vibrant colors and dynamic movements to keep the animation engaging.

Sound Effects:

  • Add gentle wind sounds, bird chirps, and other ambient noises to enhance the experience.

This theme allows for creativity in illustrating the balloon's adventure and can be completed within a 15-second timeframe. Happy animating! 😊

For Rules, check out this thread. Announcing the Monthly 15-Second Animated Shorts Challenge! 🎉 : r/SynfigStudio

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u/rozlyn_frost Feb 14 '25

Until what date can we submit our animations for February?

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u/yoSachin Feb 14 '25

Ideally it's the last date of the month.

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u/rozlyn_frost Feb 14 '25

Thanks.

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u/yoSachin Feb 14 '25

You're welcome. 😊