Storyboard video · 00:42
Working animatic
A timed storyboard sequence from Uma’s supplied portfolio material. Final project title, context, and credits are pending approval.
Selected work · 2021—2026
Stories,
drawn into
motion.
A working selection of character animation, storyboards, design, and development from across Uma’s production practice.
01 · Animation
Showreel
Character performance, children’s animation, visual storytelling, and production work.
02 · Storyboards
Plan the beat.
Action, staging, camera, and story rhythm mapped before motion begins.
Storyboard study 01
Action block
A sequence-focused board exploring movement, composition, and clear visual progression.
Storyboard study 02
Narrative sequence
Wide-format boards presenting sequential compositions and performance beats.
Storyboard study 03
Action composition
A three-stage monochrome sheet showing rough, value-blocked, and detailed frames.
Final project context and credits pending Uma’s approval.
Storyboard study 04
Low-angle shot
A rough low-angle storyboard frame in an urban setting.
Final project context and credits pending Uma’s approval.
03 · Character design
Built to perform.
Poses, expressions, turnarounds, and rig-ready thinking for consistent animation.
Character sheet
Cat turnaround
Silhouette, construction, personality, and repeatable poses collected in one production sheet.
Didi rig sheet
Character design · rig preparation
Dugdugu
Character design · pose language
Expression study
Visual development · acting choices
Villain character study
Villain turnaround
Front, side, and back views from the supplied character sheet. Final project title and context are pending Uma’s approval.
Villain collection
Three character explorations
Three supplied character sheets shown as provided. Final names, project context, and credits are pending Uma’s approval.
04 · Artwork
Beyond the frame.
Drawing, atmosphere, and visual exploration that support character and story development.
More behind the frames
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Ask about process, availability, or a specific piece. Detailed project credits and case-study notes will be added after final approval.
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