Doyle and Debbie in Rainbows (Flyin' Outa Unicorn Butts)

Animated by Arlo Arntson

For Doyle and Debbie's 'Rainbows,' I proposed a video in which the performers would interact with cartoon elements to fit the comedic nature of the song. I also felt using hand painted elements would feel more grounded and in line with the country sensibilities rather than an all digital approach. Following my storyboard's approval, I created gouache paintings on paper for the animated characters, props, and backgrounds. Meanwhile, in Nashville, Doyle and Debbie were shot against green screen according to the storyboards. After receiving a hard drive of the footage in the mail, I composited the live action video with my painted backgrounds, animated the 2D characters, and edited it to the music track. The primary programs involved were After Effects and Photoshop.