Start with
something real.
A clear message is the beginning. Shape the story, understand the audience, and find the idea worth moving.
MOTION DESIGN & ART DIRECTION
Good ideas.
Great moves.
A little room to play.
SELECTED WORK / 01—06THE PLAYGROUND Illustrative motion studies created for this website. Selected portfolio projects are coming soon.
✳BEHIND THE STUDIO
Curious by nature.
Restless by design.
Al-Shalabi - Studio is an independent motion design practice working at the intersection of design, animation, and a little curiosity.
I like bold ideas, thoughtful details, and that moment when everything clicks into place.
Art directionMotion designAnimation
Intro copy for review — we’ll tailor this to your practice.
From a spark to the screen.
THE APPROACH / 01—03Start with
Give it
a point of view.
Explore typography, form, color, and composition. Build a visual language with intention in every frame.
Find the
right rhythm.
Timing, transitions, and the smallest details turn a design into an experience. Polish until every movement feels right.
A FEW USEFUL DETAILSBefore the
Before the
first frame.
What makes a useful project brief?
The goal, your audience, the places the animation will appear, and the deadline are a great starting point. References and brand files help establish the visual direction.
What kinds of assets can a project include?
A hero film, short social edits, animated typography, looping visuals, or a set of motion elements. The right deliverables depend on where the work needs to live.
Can I see finished client work?
The current gallery is a collection of illustrative website studies. Selected portfolio projects and a showreel will be added here.
HAVE SOMETHING IN MIND?LET’S MAKE IT MOVE.
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