Photosynthesis
Scripps Research Institute
Transforming light into life for all.
David Goodsell
The building block to every living plant, tree and leaf in the known galaxy.
2021
The following project is a collaboration between myself and David Goodsell, structural biologist at Scripps Research in San Diego, California.
Create a scientifically accurate animation for students to use as a study tool explaining how photosynthesis works.
Challenge
I created an animation explaining how the electron transport chain works, a key process in photosynthesis to help students learn.
Solution
Results
Students utilizing PDB 101, the worlds largest database for online student science learning, watch thge video for free as a study tool.
Title Sequence
Inspired by cinematic film title sequences, the intro for Photosynthesis served as a visual anchor, immersing viewers in one of the world’s greatest discoveries.
3D Stills
An exploration of diversity of plants, seeds, and the beauty of nature itself.
Storyboards
Prior to any animating occurred, the storyboards were explored and researched to find the most optimal way of explaining the electron transport chain.
