Claude's Suminagashi Adventure

Claude's Suminagashi Adventure: Workshop + Animation This project brings together an animated advert and a creative workshop, exploring the calming, meditative art of suminagashi (Japanese marbling). Inspired by its mindfulness benefits—presence, acceptance, and awareness—the workshop combines a nature walk in Viaduct Park with hands-on marbling sessions at Arc at Hat Works. The animated advert introduces Claude, a friendly cloud inspired by 60s/70s stop-motion aesthetics, practicing suminagashi under a tree. Using Blender and After Effects, I combined 3D modeling, retro analog effects, and immersive sound design to capture the peaceful, playful essence of this mindful practice. The result is a project that promotes creativity, relaxation, and connection with nature, inviting viewers and participants alike to embrace the moment.

Bringing Mindfulness to Life Through Art

The workshop was inspired by the potential mental health benefits of practicing suminagashi. This meditative process reflects mindfulness principles like presence, acceptance, and awareness.

Participants will start with a relaxing, artist-led walk in Viaduct Park to connect with the natural elements—rippling water, shifting light, and the breeze. Back at Arc at Hat Works, inspired by nature, they’ll create their own beautiful marbled prints.

This unique experience combines mindfulness, creativity, and an introduction to the ancient Japanese art of suminagashi.

Process

Early concept sketches

3D modelling and animation in Blender

After Effects composition showing analog film effects and audio track

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