CRAZY Mixed-media Car Animation

3D ModelingMisc Art
Written By Mike LaStella

A high-energy motion study using a car sequence as the foundation for experiments in typography, distortion, ASCII texture, and graphic pacing.

Made in Blender, Adobe Illustrator, and Clip Studio Paint

Overview:

“CRAZY” is an experimental motion piece built around a stylized car animation. The project explores speed, intensity, and visual distortion through bold type, rhythmic editing, and an ASCII-inspired graphic treatment. Rather than aiming for realism, the piece uses the car as a vehicle for motion design, texture, and controlled visual chaos. It is synced to LE SSERAFIM’s title “CRAZY” and is meant to embody the upbeat, loud, and rhythmic energy of the song.

CRAZY is an ongoing production process, as I revisit it regularly to insert a new medium into it.

Footage, Renders, and more.

Highlights:

  • ASCII Compositor setup in Blender

  • “Spider-verse” style Compositor setup in Blender

  • “Manga Style” Illustration in Clip Studio Paint

  • Geometry node setup to render the background city, as well as the moving cars.

Mike LaStella
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