about me
Heron Cheung is a Hong Kong-born 2D animator and artist based in Vancouver, and an Emily Carr University of Art + Design Bachelor of Media Arts graduate. Driven by a passion for storytelling through storyboarding and animation, Heron engages with exciting narratives of mortality, resistance and tragedy, prioritising the use of character acting in animation the most. Looking into broadening her skills in visual development and design, Heron is always thinking about her next project and doodling away even in her off time.
2D Animation
Demo reel
Films
Thesis film - In Vain
Zach, a fugitive programmer, tries to broadcast evidence that proves his city needs liberation from a parasitic hivemind entity that has overtaken it for months. His ally, Mandy, who he had lost on the way reunites with him, but something’s not right with her.
Best Editing - Emily Carr University of Art + Design 2D Animation + Experimental Animation AwardsBest of Screening - Emily Carr University of Art + Design
Junior film - Star Child
Sam is a star child who is content with living in the safe hold of his mom, the Giant, until one day she urges him to join others like him. Suddenly meeting with other stars that shine brighter, Sam learns how to cope with the new change.
