Project Statement
Neomenia is a graphic novel created for scrolling digital platforms like Webtoon and Tapas. The story follows Vanessa, a human outlaw, and a mermaid named Moon, as they attempt to evade the law and mermaid hunters to win a singing competition. My goal for the project is to make an immersive, magical, fantastical love story that tackles themes of trauma and reigniting trust through love and compassion. These characters will explore strange worlds and build connections with one another, laughing, growing, and falling in love; which is the exact type of content I am passionate about creating and sharing
Artist Statement
Caitria Aldrich is a Portland based animator currently attending the Pacific Northwest College of Art where she is working towards a BFA degree in Animated Arts, with a minor in Creative Writing. Their practice consists of character design, character animation, storyboarding, and writing, primarily with themes of friendship and fantasy. She is currently working on a webtoon comic called Neomenia which she plans on finishing and publishing after she graduates. Caitria also plans on getting an internship with an animation company, where they can continue to improve their writing, character design, and storyboarding skills before launching their own animated show.
