Keywords
animation, self-care, generosity, diversity, representation, magic
Abstract
Lucas' Gift is a traditionally animated short film focusing on themes of selflessness and self-care. In an alternate world where magic exists, lives a young boy from a small community experiencing a drought. After being gifted a magical plant growing necklace from the Good Witch, Lucas works diligently to feed his community. After working himself to exhaustion, he learns the importance of self-care. The artistic direction is influenced by works such as Steven Universe and Craig of the Creek.
Completion Date
2024
Semester
Spring
Committee Chair
Adams, Jo Anne
Degree
Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.)
College
College of Arts and Humanities
Department
School of Visual Arts and Design
Degree Program
Emerging Media; Animation and Visual Effects
Format
application/pdf
Identifier
DP0028348
URL
https://purls.library.ucf.edu/go/DP0028348
Language
English
Rights
In copyright
Release Date
May 2024
Length of Campus-only Access
None
Access Status
Masters Thesis (Open Access)
Campus Location
Orlando (Main) Campus
STARS Citation
Gayle, Kevaun L., "Lucas' Gift: Exploring the Importance of Self-Care" (2024). Graduate Thesis and Dissertation 2023-2024. 179.
https://stars.library.ucf.edu/etd2023/179
Accessibility Status
Meets minimum standards for ETDs/HUTs