TLDR;
The video chronicles the creator's journey of deciding to create her own animations, inspired by Jaden Animations. It covers the initial spark of the idea, the challenges faced in script writing and voice recording, and the rediscovery of a childhood dream. The video highlights the struggle to capture the desired energy in voice acting and the eventual completion of the first animation.
- Inspiration from Jaden Animations sparked the idea.
- Overcoming challenges in script writing and voice recording.
- Rediscovering and fulfilling a childhood dream of creating animations.
The Initial Idea [0:00]
The creator was watching Jaden Animations videos on YouTube when the idea of creating her own animations popped into her head. Initially, she dismissed the idea, hoping it would fade away. However, the idea persisted and grew stronger, with the creator envisioning her life events as animations. Despite doubts about having enough stories to animate, she found herself drawn to the idea.
Inspiration from the Past [0:53]
The creator revisited Jaden Animations' older videos from 10 years ago out of curiosity. She analysed his animation techniques, lip-syncing, and character animation, concluding that they were simple enough to replicate. This boosted her confidence, realising she only needed a cartoon version of herself, a script, and a topic to discuss.
Challenges in Production [1:35]
The creator found voice recording to be the most challenging aspect of the animation process. While character design and animation seemed straightforward, the thought of recording her voice was daunting. Script writing was manageable but required focus. The reluctance to record her voice nearly caused the animation idea to fade away.
Rediscovering a Childhood Dream [2:49]
The creator remembered her 14 or 15-year-old self during quarantine, when she discovered animation as a field of study and dreamed of creating her own animations. This childhood dream, once dismissed as childish, was rekindled, motivating her to start the animation project for her younger self.
The Voice Recording Struggle [3:47]
The creator continued to struggle with voice recording, setting aside days for it but often feeling tired or unmotivated. She considered using AI to read the script but preferred to do it herself. When she finally mustered the courage to record, the script seemed confusing, requiring multiple readings to ensure clarity.
Overcoming Self-Doubt [5:04]
The creator felt self-conscious about her voice being broadcasted, but she eventually recorded it. Initially, she thought the recording was good, but upon listening again, she found it less impressive. She recorded her voice a second time and noticed significant improvement. She also watched videos on how to speak effectively, realising she had become unaccustomed to speaking due to isolation.
Final Thoughts and Conclusion [6:22]
The creator noticed a discrepancy between her energetic character designs and her own voice, which lacked the same energy. She apologised for not being more energetic and pondered how to end the video, considering options like "goodbye" or "farewell until other videos." She aimed for the ending to align with the overall video and concluded with music.
