Cassie Shao is a visionary talent in animation. I had the great pleasure of meeting her through USC’s John C. Hench Division of Animation & Digital Arts after a screening of her breathtaking thesis film, There Were Four of Us:
A dizzying blend of claustrophobic environments that fold backwards with vivid bursts of color and hand-painted debris, Shao’s work traces the jagged edges of dreams with startling clarity. Shortly after getting to know her and learn more about her work, I invited her to visualize “I’m Not Ready,” a debut single from Maggie Dave (my band, with artist Mark Christopher). I was humbled and honored by her expressive and delicate exploration of the song, one that now sounds brand new each time I watch her video.
Maggie Dave - I’m Not Ready arrives October 23rd. Watch this space!