This project will be a short story presented as a 2D animatic. Vermillion is a villain origin story that explores one woman's relationships with herself and those around her. It examines how identity and can be shaped by perception, proximity, and intention.

While representation is not the central theme of the project, it plays a key role of informing the narrative. The main character is a young Black woman struggling with her sense of self. Beyond the primary plot, this project visualizes the concept of intersectionality and representation. It is inspired by larger questions about the impact of visibility and explores the feelings of invisibility that can permeate every-day life.