Portfolio
Digital Animation
Sci-Fi World
Title:
Sci-Fi Siblings
Name:
Zach Swenson
Digital Art:
Raster Composite
Date:
2024
Title:
Lake View with the World at His Feet
Name:
Zach Swenson
Digital Art:
Vector
Date:
2024
Title:
Walking on Empty
Name:
Zach Swenson
Digital Art:
Audio Composite
Date:
2024
Title:
Inside Llewyn Davis
Name:
Zach Swenson
Digital Art:
Video
Date:
2024
Stop-Motion
Title:
How I Met Your Mom
Name:
Zach Swenson
Digital Art:
Stop-Motion Video
Date:
2024
As I reflected on my vision for the future, I found myself less preoccupied with location and technology than I was with the hope that human bonds outweigh the shifts in orbit and the computer advancements that will blur the line between artificial and real. This future is not scary, but bright and filled with possibility, adventure, beauty, and family.
Audio
Video
Animation
Landscape
This image captures that rare moment when a 4-year old child is quiet, still and lost in thought. He was covered in marshmallow, dirt, leaves, and various condiments from dinner, but he was so beautiful and curious and fun. We talked and laughed and sat with each other until the sun set. It was one of the most beautiful moments of my life - one of those "perfect"
Soundwalk
This piece reflects on my experiences traveling for work, feeling out of place in unfamiliar environments while maintaining a connection to my upbringing and inner self. I find solace in familiar sounds and unexpected encounters and embrace the idea that environments can be transformed by our presence, and find peace and belonging in the midst of my journey.
Taking inspiration from the trailer of the Coen brothers' classic film, "Inside Llewyn Davis," this parody trailer captures the essence of the original while infusing it with a delightful twist through the portrayal of youthful characters. Child actors bring to life the whimsical nature of the folk music scene in the early 1960s, adding a touch of levity to the film's otherwise serious tone.
In this stop-motion video, I explore the retelling of how a man met his wife, inspired by anecdotes shared with his son. While loosely based on my personal experiences, the narrative takes creative liberties, portraying exaggerated scenarios, towering afros, and some questionable choices in pants.