Blue Island - Shortfilm
I was the Assistant Art Director for this short film in production. I worked under the supervision of Aarón Lopez. In addition to assisting with the art guide, I also contributed as a Visual Development and Background Artist.
I was responsible for breaking down and describing the painting process of the hallway, so the rest of the artists could follow the guide and maintain consistency in the painting. I also structured the Colorscript with the lighting guide and color corrections for the thumbnails from other artists, as well as some of my own sequences, to ensure that the entire story worked in terms of narrative and mood changes.
Manuel Carbajo
“I've had the privilege of working alongside Carla Montalvo as her project director and supervisor at Esdip Animation Studio for several years, collaborating on various animation projects such as TOXIC and BLUE ISLAND. Carla has primarily contributed to the art and visual development departments, specializing in background development and color keying. She has also taken on assistant responsibilities for the Art Director and served as a background supervisor. Day in and day out, Carla has showcased the necessary skills and attitudes required for success in the animation industry and the broader audiovisual realm. With a meticulously organized and structured mindset, she excels in team environments, demonstrating respect for her peers while grasping the intricacies of project development phases and pipelines. Carla's innate curiosity and drive for continuous improvement make her a valuable asset, as she tackles assigned tasks with a resolute, responsible, and highly professional approach, coupled with an exceptional work ethic. Carla is undoubtedly a dependable team player for any audiovisual project, particularly within the realm of art and visual development.”
Aarón Lopez
“I had the pleasure of having Carla on our team for the development and production of the animated short film 'Blue Island'. From the very beginning, Carla brought her artistic skills and extensive knowledge of design and the use of color to enhance the narrative. But what truly sets her apart is her passion, commitment, and the confidence she exudes in every task. I am confident that Carla will be a great asset to any future project she is a part of.”