How a UFO Animation Took Flight… Out of Pure Creative Chaos

After working on a children’s TV show in Ireland, I felt the itch to create something completely for myself. I wanted a project that wasn’t bound by deadlines, client feedback, or the need to be practical—just something where I could dive into my imagination and make something fun, nostalgic, and a little out there.

And that’s how this UFO animation came to be.

A Love Letter to 50s Sci-Fi and a Little Cartoon Absurdity

For some reason, I always find myself drawn back to the charm of 1950s sci-fi. There’s something about the bright colors, campy plots, and those flying saucers that’s both retro and timeless. Maybe it’s the idea that anything—anything—is possible out there in space. And when I had an Alien model sitting in Blender, rigged up but unused, I knew it was time to give this little guy a life of his own.

Originally, I built this alien model for a different project in Blender. This children’s show marked my first time diving into Blender, and I went a little ambitious on character creation. I learned pretty quickly that a simpler robot design would work best for learning the ropes. So, this little green fellow was left in my files, fully modeled but without a purpose. Until now.

The Result? An Absurd Animation Just for the Fun of It

So I decided to turn this model into a quirky short animation sequence. Think of it as a mini homage to Marvin the Martian and all those flying saucers that had us glued to the screen as kids. It’s ridiculous, nostalgic, and completely handcrafted—polygons and all—over a lot of late nights and probably more coffee than was advisable.

This clip is 100% my own creation, and there’s no other agenda here than to share a laugh (or maybe a groan) over a hovering UFO that’s suspiciously cartoonish. If you’re into quirky animation, sci-fi throwbacks, or just need a quick escape from the daily grind, I think you’ll get a kick out of this one.

[Click here to watch it on YouTube!] 🛸 👽

Why I Made This—and Why I Hope You’ll Watch

This is just the start of what I hope will be a collection of personal animation projects, each with its own dash of weirdness. If people seem to enjoy it, who knows? I might expand this into more stories, or bring in new characters from this universe I’m dreaming up.

So take a look, share a laugh, and let me know if this clip made you feel a bit like a kid again—or at least had you questioning if maybe, just maybe, the UFOs we saw on Saturday morning cartoons could be real.

Watch the video below, and let’s chat in the comments. Are you more of a UFO believer or a skeptic?

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