Animation / Visual style
The characters and planets in Stompy & Snorty will be created using 3D animation, with backgrounds and other visual elements a mix of miniature sets, 2D and 3D animation. The animation will use warm bright colours and shapes that are cute, comic and surreal.
In the absence of conventional dialogue, character animation will be inspired by the silent but eloquent performances of physical storytellers like Charlie Chaplin and Buster Keaton. The animated series The Red and the Blue is another source of inspiration – the main characters are funny and articulate without speaking any decipherable words. In Stompy & Snorty, animation performances will be heavily character driven with an emphasis on physical comedy.
Sound / Music
In the soundtrack, each character will be represented by a signature musical instrument. This instrumentation will be used to announce character action, thereby heightening audience interactivity, and to reinforce each character’s personality traits. Signature instruments will also provide sound effects to support visual comedy, and musical phrases in lieu of conventional dialogue.
In each episode, Stompy and Snorty will play funky music together, inviting children to join in and dance. This adds a playful, interactive dimension that encourages children to get involved and to learn about music and movement while having fun.
A band of talented session musicians will be brought together in a recording studio to produce a textured, articulate soundtrack. The score will combine a simple groove with expressive vocalisations and playful riffs; it will be funky, upbeat and fun, with a warm ‘live’ feel. For an example of this musical style see
'Where’s the Music' by Medeski, Martin and Wood.
