Megan Herbert
Artist Statement
As an artist, I am deeply fascinated by the intersection of technology and creativity, particularly in the realm of animation. My passion lies in the technical intricacies of the craft, and I find myself drawn to the meticulous process of manipulating nodes within software like Toon Boom to bring characters and stories to life.
In my digital art and oil paintings, I strive to explore the diverse possibilities of expression afforded by these mediums. When creating 2D artwork, I immerse myself in the minutiae of detail, meticulously crafting lighting and incorporating elements of secondary animation to evoke a sense of depth and immersion for the viewer.
In my oil paintings, I venture into conceptual exploration, delving into themes that resonate deeply with the human experience. Currently, I am engaged in a series that confronts the enigmatic nature of death, probing its significance through the lens of art.
About the Artist
Megan is a soon to be graduate of Central Michigan University where she is getting her BFA with a concentration in Animation and a minor in history. Megan focuses on both 2d animations and oil paintings. Megan got into animation through her love of Scooby Doo as a child, which grew into a greater love for the artform. Within Animation Megan spends her time focusing on environment design, post production, and technical aspects of the creation process. Megan has had the opportunity to explore these areas on projects for Hell's Half Mile film festival and PSA’s with the Michigan Department of Health.