At Northforge, we specialise in a wide array of styles and techniques, employing traditional animation alongside advanced 3D simulation. Our aim is to tailor each project to the client’s vision, ensuring their stories are realised with creativity, innovation, and meticulous craftsmanship.
3D & VFX
Whether enhancing live action or standing alone as a complete visual piece, CG offers endless possibilities. As a specialist Houdini studio, our artists have refined their skills to navigate the evolving world of CG, helping clients explore innovative solutions. By staying ahead of industry advancements, we ensure Northforge remains at the forefront of both creativity and technical excellence. From lighting and textures to physics and depth, our expertise allows us to push the boundaries of what’s possible. We’ve collaborated on high-end 3D simulations for brands like Adidas, Jameson, Sonic Burger, Unilever, and Dalmore, crafting visually striking content that captivates and inspires audiences.
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Animation
Creativity and storytelling are at the core of everything that we do and developing bespoke animation is our passion. We deploy a mix of mediums and techniques to craft classically animated films. From motion graphics to traditional hand-drawn characters our animators are well versed in devising inspiring and original solutions. Led by Jim, who has notched up over 20 years experience working on projects for anything from trainer brands to international charities. He often surprises us with his experimental approach and vision. High on our agenda is craftsmanship and collaborating with clients that share this approach ensures we deliver powerful, engaging and effective content.
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Conceptual
A conceptual approach to animation prioritizes ideas, themes, and storytelling. Using style, motion, and design to enhance meaning and emotion. While many can imagine abstract ideas, few can translate them into technical solutions. This requires blending creativity with code and mathematics, challenging perception while following physics—like a magician’s trick that obeys reality yet defies understanding. The ideal reaction is, “How is that possible?” Projects may start as a spark of an idea or a fully formed concept needing an abstract approach. Once the vision is clear, we choose the best method to bring it to life. The more abstract the idea, the more exciting the challenge. So if your project requires a unique, conceptual touch, we’d love to explore its possibilities.
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