Furkan Karanfil Portfolio

Overview

"What Happened to the Dogs?” is a short animated film set in a near future, where a child questions the disappearance of stray dogs.

The project reflects on the consequences of present-day decisions and explores themes of responsibility and memory through visual storytelling.

Overview

What Happened to the Dogs?” is a short animated film set in a near future, where a child questions the disappearance of stray dogs.

The project reflects on the consequences of present-day decisions and explores themes of responsibility and memory through

visual storytelling.

My Role

I contributed to the story development of the project, supporting the narrative direction and thematic structure of the film.

I worked closely with the animation team, helping translate their needs into visual outputs and ensuring that the generated assets aligned with the overall tone and storytelling.

I was also responsible for generating visuals using AI tools, experimenting with different approaches to achieve the desired aesthetic.

Additionally, I guided a team member in using AI-based image generation tools, sharing workflows and techniques to support the production process.

My Role

I contributed to the story development of the project, supporting the narrative direction and thematic structure of the film.

I worked closely with the animation team, helping translate their needs into visual outputs and ensuring that the generated assets

aligned with the overall tone and storytelling. I was also responsible for generating visuals using AI tools, experimenting with different

approaches to achieve the desired aesthetic. Additionally, I guided a team member in using AI-based image generation tools,

sharing workflows and techniques to support the production process.

My Role

I contributed to the story development of the project, supporting the narrative direction and thematic structure of the film. I worked closely with the animation team, helping translate their needs into visual outputs and ensuring that the generated assets aligned with the overall tone and storytelling. I was also responsible for generating visuals using AI tools, experimenting with different approaches to achieve the desired aesthetic. Additionally, I guided a team member in using AI-based image generation tools, sharing workflows and techniques to support the production process.

Process

Working within a limited timeframe, the process demanded fast and intuitive decision-making. After defining the narrative, we focused on shaping a visual language that could carry the emotional weight of the story. Through rapid experimentation with AI-generated imagery, we explored different moods and atmospheres before settling on a cohesive direction. The final phase focused on refining and aligning visuals to support a consistent and immersive experience.

Köpeklere Ne Oldu? / What Happened to Dogs? 2024

Reflection

This project allowed me to explore how animation can communicate complex ideas through minimal and atmospheric storytelling.

Working under a tight timeline pushed me to make fast yet thoughtful decisions, especially when defining the visual language and supporting the narrative.

It also made me more aware of how creative work can engage with real-world issues and raise questions about responsibility and the long-term impact of our decisions.

Overview

What Happened to the Dogs?” is a short animated film set in a near future, where a child questions the disappearance of stray dogs.

The project reflects on the consequences of present-day decisions and explores themes of responsibility and memory through

visual storytelling.

Reflection

This project allowed me to explore how animation can communicate complex ideas through minimal and atmospheric storytelling. Working under a tight timeline pushed me to make fast yet thoughtful decisions, especially when defining the visual language and supporting the narrative. It also made me more aware of how creative work can engage with real-world issues and raise questions about responsibility and the long-term impact of our decisions.

Reflection

Credits

Production: Pomus

Content Strategy & Planning: Bigumigu

Creative Director: Ediz Anavi

Creative Strategy: Yalçın Pembecioğlu

Producers: Veysel Degertekin, Diba Dilsiz

Script: Sera Sezer

Creative Team: Sera Sezer, Özgün Yiğit Tuna, Yağmur Güneş, Furkan Karanfil

AI Visual Generation: Sera Sezer, Furkan Karanfil

Sound Design: Yağmur Güneş

Voice Over: Kaya Akkaya, Demir Akkaya, İmaj Seslendirme