“Ne Zha 2” Classical Chinese Aesthetics and Modern Visual Presentation of Character Design: Taking Traditional Patterns as an Entry Point

DOI: https://doi.org/10.62517/jmsd.202512118

Author(s)

Yi Xu

Affiliation(s)

Xi’an Technological University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China

Abstract

With the increasing attention paid by the state to the cultural industry, animation, as an important part of this sector, has produced numerous quality works in recent years. Against this backdrop, animation designers have begun to extensively reference traditional patterns and motifs, a trend that reflects the growing recognition of these motifs in the contemporary cultural context. This paper provides an in-depth analysis of the current application of traditional patterns in animation art. Through the study of the character design in "Ne Zha's Magic Boy Haunts the Sea," it explores how traditional patterns can be integrated into the creation of modern animation in an era of technological advancement. The study aims to offer innovative ideas for the combination of tradition and modernity and to explore further possibilities for traditional Chinese patterns in the context of the new era, ensuring that they preserve the heritage of national art while showcasing the innovative vitality of modern design.

Keywords

Animation; Ne Zha2; Traditional Pattern; Character Design

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