Meny Hilsenrad is a post production and 3-D specialist at Israeli VFX and animation company Studio Aiko. For his wife's birthday, he went all out and created this incredibly touching video birthday card with which he surprised his wife.
A beautiful and creative way to say "I love You," Meny Hilsenrad's 'Moran' birthday card was created using CG animation (except for the hands -- these were shot, says the artist). The video took about nine months to produce, with pre-production work taking six months. This included gathering the photos -- about 25,000 of them! -- and then selecting only the most appropriate, which amounted to 372 photos. According to the artist, production itself took three months, comprising of creating the 3D element, animation and putting together the final product. If you like the music played in video, it's 'Swimming' by Abel Korzeniowski.
Touching Video Birthday Cards
Meny Hilsenrad's 'Moran' Project is Creative and Sweet
Trend Themes
1. Personalized Video Gifts - The trend of creating personalized video gifts for special occasions is on the rise, with opportunities for innovative tools or software to make the process easier and more affordable.
2. CG Animation for Emotional Storytelling - The use of CG animation in creating emotional stories for special occasions is a growing trend, providing opportunities to disrupt traditional methods of video production and card-making.
3. Long-form Video Cards - Long-form video cards that tell a personal story or convey a heartfelt message are becoming more popular, with a need for innovative ways to streamline the process and showcase the videos effectively.
Industry Implications
1. Video Production - Video production companies can explore opportunities for creating personalized video gifts for special occasions, using CG animation and storytelling techniques to create emotional impact.
2. Card-making - Card-making companies can expand their offerings to include long-form video cards that tell personal stories and convey heartfelt messages, using innovative software or tools to streamline the process.
3. Online Platforms - Online platforms that allow users to create and share personalized video gifts and cards can disrupt traditional methods of gift-giving and card-making, providing a convenient and affordable option for users.