According to Chinese traditions the Pig represent year 2019. Gucci wants to develop and implement a Gucci festive character that can be a pig with a red ribbon around the neck.
To create 2D stickers that can be used for text messengers. Based on 2D image create a 3D dancing pig animation that can work as a TikTok filter that people can use for dance with the Gucci Pig. Animation to be simple, funny, easy to learn and remember. To add to it, Gucci Pig should be suitable for GucciApp and other social media.
Based on studies on current possibilities of social networks and on the involvement of the brand audience (especially in China), the production of cross-platform material was the most interesting idea for the implementation of the project.
The Pig was a symbol-animal of the year 2019 according to Chinese calendar, this was the main influence on the choice of mascot for the character.
With the talent of the illustrator Jeremy Polonen and HELLO, WE’RE BLUE ZOO Studio, the Gucci Piggy character was created. The character was created in 2D and 3D versions for interaction through various social networks, so the most suitable option for messengers was a sticker pack that includes Piggy with a different set of moods from festival to everyday. For TikTok, 3D material was used, and choreography and music were also specially developed.
Jeremy Polonen, aka Breakfast Sketches, lives and is based in Ontario, Canada. He is an illustrator that loves to bring a light hearted atmosphere to all of his work. His favourite focus is creating fun characters as well as warm and inviting environments. While his primary career focus is in the children’s book industry he is currently building his body of work that also includes book covers, toy design, cinematic paintings for game trailers, and other visual development projects currently under non disclosure agreements.
Blue Zoo is one of the UK’s leading animation studios with an enviable client list and shelf full of BAFTAs for their trademark CG character animation. They had produced some of the most well-loved kids shows on TV, captivating commercials, and their acclaimed shorts are rapidly gaining worldwide recognition for vision and innovation. The studio strongly believe in the cultural importance of the UK Animation Industry, and are committed to helping develop an inclusive, thriving industry of world-class talent. They are proud to have founded Animation UK, and working in partnership with the UK Screen Alliance, NFTS, Creative Skillset, NextGen Skills Academy, Access:VFX and many Universities to make this happen, as well as providing unique training and development programmes to secure a bright future for UK animation.
Daniel Markovich is a distinguished composer with a unique, yet versatile sound. He endeavours to create distinctive melodic motifs for each creation. Daniel consistently produces memorable themes which invoke emotions that complement the characters and storylines in each production.