Rashid and Salem’s Coastal Discovery.
A heartwarming 3D animated short film. Join Rashid and Salem as they uncover an ancient map in their sun-drenched beach hut.
Style
Pixar-Inspired
Duration
8 Seconds
Setting
Coastal Hut
Animo Studio
Cinematic 3D Animation
Rashid & Salem
Coastal Adventure — 3D Short Film
A map found in the golden coastal light.
Rashid, a curious 12-year-old, uncovers an ancient treasure map hidden within a weathered beach hut. Joined by his best friend Salem, the duo embarks on a journey fueled by wonder and the promise of discovery.
This 8-second cinematic short captures the warmth of friendship and the thrill of adventure, rendered in a soft, pastel-toned 3D style.
Production Technical Details
Animation Style
3D Pixar-Inspired
Color Palette
Soft Coastal Pastels
Audio Design
Cinematic Narrative
Aspect Ratio
2.39:1 Cinematic
Crafting the Coastal World
Explore the 3D renders, character designs, and environmental studies behind our latest animated short.
"Look, Salem! I think this map leads to a lost treasure!"
Rashid's Discovery
Animo Studio12-year-old boy with curly hair, teal shirt, beige shorts, holding an ancient treasure map in a sunlit wooden beach hut.
Turnaround: Front, side, and back views for animation.
Rashid Model Sheet
Animo StudioFull turnaround model sheet of Rashid, 12, curly dark hair, teal shirt, beige shorts, brown backpack, soft lighting.
Lighting Study: Golden hour volumetric light.
Beach Hut Interior
Animo StudioWooden beach hut interior, warm sunlight streaming through slatted windows, driftwood textures, coastal atmosphere.
"Let's find it!"
Salem's Amazement
Animo StudioSalem, 12, yellow shirt, blue shorts, looking at the treasure map with wide eyes, warm cinematic lighting.
Turnaround: Front, side, and back views for animation.
Salem Model Sheet
Animo StudioFull turnaround model sheet of Salem, 12, yellow shirt, blue shorts, expressive facial features, soft pastel style.
Background Study: Coastal horizon.
Coastal Shoreline
Animo StudioWide shot of the coastal shoreline near the hut, soft pastel colors, golden hour, cinematic composition.
The Art of 3D Animation
We blend cinematic lighting, phonetic lip-sync, and stylized character design to bring Rashid and Salem’s coastal discovery to life in a soft, Pixar-inspired world.
Generic auto-sync often results in robotic, mismatched mouth shapes. We hand-animate every phoneme to match the English dialogue, ensuring Rashid and Salem’s expressions feel natural and emotive.
We simulate the golden hour inside the beach hut using volumetric light washes. This creates the warm, nostalgic Pixar-inspired glow that defines the scene's inviting, sun-drenched aesthetic.
Need a high-end 3D short for your festival or pitch? Our pipeline is optimized for rapid, high-fidelity rendering, delivering your 8-second cinematic sequence with professional-grade polish.
We prioritize expressive, stylized character modeling. From Rashid’s curly hair to Salem’s amazed gaze, every detail is crafted to ensure the audience connects with the characters instantly.
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Join Rashid & Salem's Quest
Request a private screener to view the latest 3D animation tests. Experience the coastal magic and follow the journey of our young explorers as they uncover the secrets of the ancient map.