Koi Kinetics
Exploring Japanese Traditions: Koinobori
This project is a modern artistic exploration of the beloved Japanese tradition of Koinobori, the vibrant carp-shaped wind socks flown annually on Children's Day. Through an intricate blend of digital techniques, it brings new life to this cultural icon.
Crafted with meticulous detail, each koi was carefully designed in Adobe Illustrator, their patterns a vivid array of traditional motifs reinterpreted with a contemporary touch. The true mastery, however, lies in the simulations generated through Houdini's powerful vellum cloth solver.
Here, the koi aren't mere static symbols but seem to undulate and swim through unseen currents, their bodies twisting in a hypnotic dance driven by the capricious winds. It's a mesmerizing celebration of the harmony between ancient aesthetics and cutting-edge technology.
In both stills and animations, this piece captures the quintessence of Koinobori - dynamism, vibrancy, and the timeless allegory of a child's perseverance and resilience.
Shading
Vector Design
Technical Explorations