Therapy – A Personal Passion Project
Client: Me!
My Role: Everything
This project began as a simple rigging and modelling test, just another experiment to sharpen my skills as a freelance motion graphics designer using Cinema 4D. But like many creative journeys, it grew into something far more personal.
The short film explores the idea of therapy, not the traditional kind, but the grounding effect of personal rituals. For me, this includes everything from crafting motion design pieces like this one to coaching my sons’ rugby team (Go Buzzards!), fossil hunting in Lyme Regis, noodling on my guitar, and spending time outdoors with family and friends. These moments of connection and reflection are what keep me balanced in a world that often moves too fast.
From a production standpoint, the approach was simple: no overcomplicated rigs, no bloated geometry, just a clean, efficient setup. I applied the “Keep it Simple, Stupid” principle throughout, prioritising flexibility and clarity. The low-poly character design was intentional, mirroring the kind of real-world motion design feedback I frequently receive as a freelance motion designer: “Can we lose the jacket?” “Change the hairstyle?” Quick updates, minimal friction.
Behind the scenes
This also served as a foundation for a larger goal: building a reusable 3D character pipeline. As a freelance motion graphics designer, having trusted, scalable systems is key for delivering high-quality results under tight deadlines. Whether I’m collaborating remotely with clients across the UK or contributing to a motion design studio London-side, I need tools that work fast and adapt even faster.
This project is both a personal outlet and a professional asset. It reflects not just what I do as a freelance motion graphics designer, but why I do it and how I strive to keep my work grounded, honest, and human.
