Vibrant Tides

A surreal reflection on stillness, inspired by the movement of water.

Vibrant Tides is a series of 10 short, calming videos paired with gentle affirmations. Each one is a visual breath — a reminder to slow down, reconnect, and honor the present moment. This self-initiated project was created under W·A·C, as part of my ongoing exploration of how art can support emotional well-being. I created the series using Cinema 4D, Redshift and After Effects, handling every part of the process.

Experience the project: https://www.we-are-colors.com/vibrant-tides

“Sunsets don’t ask anything from you. They just show up and remind you there’s beauty still unfolding. That’s the feeling I wanted to bring into this work.”

Inspiration:

I’ve always loved water. Some of my most peaceful moments have happened while surfing, not in the act of riding a wave, but in the quiet stillness between sets. Floating, waiting, breathing. Watching the sunset unfold and seeing light dance on the surface of the ocean. I wanted to recreate that feeling of awe, of peace, of presence and turn it into a series of short videos people could return to anytime they need a reset.

Visual Approach:

Each video combines abstract, slow-moving 3D animations inspired by water and light. The colors are vibrant, often surreal, evoking the magic of twilight skies, ocean reflections, or imagined landscapes. The motion is intentionally fluid and soothing, designed to slow the nervous system and offer a break from hyper-stimulation. The voiceover scripts follow the same rhythm, poetic but grounded, offering gentle guidance to reconnect with your inner calm.

What makes me most proud is how people feel after watching. It’s not a flashy project but it gently shifts something. And that’s exactly the point.