Tunda & Onyx: Trailer
Opportunity
From Page to Screen: Capturing The Magic
Author and creator Sabrina K. Marshall developed the delightful book series "Tunda & Onyx" featuring 2 loveable pups in a fun and colorful world of adventure.
Seeing an opportunity to expand this universe, Sabrina collaborated with producers Debbie Stephens and Juha Fiilin to develop a Jamaica-inspired animated series.
As a Jamaican based production team with a passion for cultural content, contributing to this project was right up our alley. This was a delightful opportunity to deliver high-quality illustrated backgrounds and character animations that resonate with the DNA of Jamaica.
Solution
Crafting a Jamaican-Inspired Animated World
The ListenMi team worked closely with Sabrina and partners to transform their animatic and character designs into a lively animated trailer. Guided by the director’s vision, we refined character designs, built rigs, and crafted beautiful Jamaican-inspired scenery.
Each stage of the process involved using authentic cultural references and executing high-quality animations. We sought to infuse creative intention into every frame to capture the essence and energy of the colourful story.
Impact
Di Rock is ready for di World!
The result was a trailer that effectively reflected the vibrant narrative of "Tunda & Onyx," bringing the adventure-prone pups to life in a way that resonates with the spirit of Jamaican culture. The sky’s the limit for this amazing project!
ListenMi Team Credits:
Animation Producer: Kenia Mattis
Production Coordinator: Gabrielle Watts
Animation Director: Joelle McFarlane
2D Cut-Out Animation: Taya Lursaksombat
2D Animation: Nathanael Hay
Background & Layout: Shaquille Crosse
Character Design: Nathanael Hay
Prop Design: Gashwayne Hudson
Rigging: Rector “Gregg” Harrison, Djet Layne
Illustration: Djet Layne
