This self-initiated live visual concept interprets the words and themes of Little Simz through experimental collage, glitch aesthetics, and narrative imagery. Designed as a visual interlude for a live stage environment, the work explores the layered meanings of love and freedom.
The visuals juxtapose contrasting interpretations of freedom, from personal liberation and joy to tension, contradiction, and uncertainty. Through fragmented imagery and distorted textures, the piece reflects how freedom can hold multiple, sometimes conflicting meanings depending on perspective.
Created as a prototype for concert visuals and large-scale LED screens, the project demonstrates an approach to translating lyrical themes into immersive stage visuals that extend the emotional narrative of a performance.
Process
Research & Interpretation
Lyrics and themes from Little Simz were explored as the conceptual starting point, particularly the layered ideas of love and freedom within her work.
Narrative Development:
In Adobe After Effects, contradictory interpretations of freedom were mapped visually through collage, fragmented imagery, and glitch-based distortions to create tension between different perspectives.
Visual Composition
The final visual concept was developed as a stage interlude, using layered motion and collage to translate lyrical themes into immersive concert visuals.
Key Outcomes
Self-initiated live visual concept designed for a concert stage interlude
Interpreted lyrical themes from Little Simz through collage and glitch-based visuals
Explored contrasting interpretations of freedom and love through visual storytelling
Designed for large-scale LED screens and performance environments
Demonstrated capability in concept-led live visual design for music artists
