Abstract Animation By Richard Reeves

So this week i was introduced to the amazing abstract animation of Richard Reeves. When i first watched this animation, i didnt really know what to think. It didn't strike me as particularly unique or revolutionary as it had been hailed to be. However, once i learnt how this animation was made, it was mind boggling to think of the precision and dedication it must have taken to complete, and the unique idea and concepts behind it are intriguing. This animation was made by scratching with pen onto 35mm film using microscopic precision. Every dot you see in this animation has been intentioally scratched onto the film using magnifying glasses. The sound you here in the animation has been created when the shapes have been put onto the film, its interesting to listen to. Reeves' main interest is in how light works and this animation is an experiment in and study of light.