Mirko Pelliccia

Italy

Mirko Pelliccia is a visionary 3D artist and motion graphics designer based in Florence. With a background in architecture, he has developed a procedural approach to animation, harnessing advanced software—particularly Houdini—to simulate natural phenomena. His work pushes the boundaries of digital aesthetics by blending technology with organic forms—deconstructing natural phenomena, transforming textures, and capturing movement to create abstract visual experiences.

Throughout his career, Mirko has collaborated with major brands on various projects, from designing immersive digital art installations for Sportmax to providing art direction and visuals for Herno. By merging traditional architectural principles with innovative digital techniques, he continues to redefine the potential of 3D animation and motion design.


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Mesoglea

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“Mesoglea” takes its name from the gelatinous structure found between the tissue layers of several species of marine invertebrates, particularly coelenterates and poriferae. In a jellyfish, the mesoglea is that transparent substance that gives structure to the organism. Functioning like a soft skeleton, it allows it to maintain a shape and prevents it from collapsing in on itself. This concept inspired me in the idea of extracting and reproducing the environment and marine organisms in their essence, focusing on the ethereal atmosphere that distinguishes them. By capturing their movements I brought them into a different and aseptic context that allows to focus on the subjects, which take on alien and abstract characters.

technique

3d

format

landscape

duration

01:27

year

2023

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