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Sword Shrine

Personal project

The introduction of the Volume, a revolutionary LED soundstage technology used in The Mandalorian, is reshaping the future of cinema by transforming how visual effects are integrated into live-action filming. As a result, directors and cinematographers can more seamlessly blend practical and digital elements, pushing the boundaries of storytelling in ways previously unimaginable.

Three stone sculptures of figures stand tall in a field under a cloudy sky, surrounded by tall grass.
Three stone sculptures of figures stand tall in a field under a cloudy sky, surrounded by tall grass.
Three large stone statues stand on a rocky landscape under a blue sky, with mountains in the background.
Three large stone statues stand on a rocky landscape under a blue sky, with mountains in the background.

Visual development

Two tall stone pillars stand against a blue sky with scattered clouds, showcasing their unique shapes and textures.
Two tall stone pillars stand against a blue sky with scattered clouds, showcasing their unique shapes and textures.
A scenic view of a bridge leading towards mountains under a clear blue sky with sunlight.
A scenic view of a bridge leading towards mountains under a clear blue sky with sunlight.
A visual diagram showing interconnected nodes and pathways, likely representing a network or system structure.
A visual diagram showing interconnected nodes and pathways, likely representing a network or system structure.
A diagram featuring three interconnected modules with various controls and settings displayed on a dark background.
A diagram featuring three interconnected modules with various controls and settings displayed on a dark background.
Two people stand near a misty lake surrounded by green hills under a cloudy sky.
Two people stand near a misty lake surrounded by green hills under a cloudy sky.

Sword Shrine

Personal Project