Ian Frederick

Spain

Ian Frederick is a motion designer and 3D artist. He loves to create high quality cinematic surrealism, things that defy physics, and abstract effects for brands, concerts, title sequences, and products. He started his career as a graphic designer/ illustrator but quickly learned that his passion lay in telling stories and creating surrealist, psychedelic effects through 3D art and motion design. He likes learning through experimentation, and is always pushing the limits of what is possible with experimental projects.


Ian has worked with clients such as Amazon, Microsoft, IBM, and X-Games, as well as musicians Maroon 5, Shania Twain, The Glitch Mob, Seven Lions, Audien, NGHTMRE and Excision. When he is not designing for a client or creating his own artwork, you'll find him keeping himself inspired by traveling, watching movies, going to concerts, and reading good books.


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Palace of the Ancients

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This is an experimental short film that celebrates the beauty, patterns and intricacy of Islamic architecture. Inspired by the stunning kaleidoscopic architecture effects in the first Doctor Strange film, I wanted to recreate that effect using a style of architecture that already has complex mathematical patterns. Drawing inspiration from architecture found in Morocco, Iran, Turkey, Saudi Arabia and other regions in the middle east, I aimed to design something that showcases the patterns and details on every surface. I animated as many elements as possible in each shot to create a sense of constant motion and fluidity. I wanted to create a space that felt mystical. Where ancient magic and complex mathematics coexist. The end result is a mesmerizing and surreal visual experience that invites the viewer to discover the beauty and intricacy of Islamic art and culture.

technique

3d

format

landscape

duration

01:21

year

2023

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