MONKEY: A Kung Fu Puppet Parable

In my role for Monkey, a Kung Fu Puppet Parable, I took on the responsibility of modeling, texturing, and rigging the three main characters—Monkey, Pig (Zhu), and Sandwoman (Sha). Additionally, I contributed to the project's visual effects, utilizing Houdini to craft the intricate sand particle effects for Sha's character. This innovative family-friendly transmedia opera seamlessly weaves together Bunraku puppetry, computer-generated images, and live opera. Rooted in the Chinese quest saga, "Journey to the West," the narrative of MONKEY has been reimagined to address contemporary issues within the diverse landscape of American life. The life-sized Bunraku puppets—Monkey, Pig, and Sandwoman—add a dynamic layer to the traditional operatic elements of text and music.