NASA‘s rich history and remarkable achievements have captivated the world for decades. Now, thanks to Blunt Action, a renowned 3D animation studio based in New York City, visitors to the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex in Merritt Island, Florida, can experience a truly immersive and awe-inspiring journey through NASA’s lineage and chronicles.
This groundbreaking project features a 3D animation projected onto a towering 30-foot billboard display, courtesy of SNA Displays, one of the industry leaders in large-scale visual experiences.
The 3D animation, with each frame consisting of an astounding 6.1 million pixels, plays on a loop and lasts over six minutes, making it one of the longest animations ever produced for an anamorphic 3D display.
As viewers stand in front of this colossal screen, they are transported through time, witnessing NASA’s past, present, and future unfold before their eyes. The attention to detail in the animation is truly remarkable, with lifelike movements of rockets, astronauts, spaceships, comets, and rovers that appear to leap out of the screen.
The transitions between different missions and achievements are seamless, allowing the audience to seamlessly follow the agency’s incredible journey.
Blunt Action’s team, led by Co-Founders Ethan Jakab, Colby Hampton, and Jared Bellon, poured their expertise into every aspect of the project. From creative direction and art direction to design, VFX, audio engineering, and project management, the team left no stone unturned in bringing NASA’s 3D billboard to life.
Their collaboration with SNA Displays resulted in an immersive experience that intensifies the impact of the narrative, making viewers feel like they are part of NASA’s grand story.
In an interview, Ethan Jakab expressed his excitement and pride in being able to bridge cutting-edge technology and art to capture NASA’s history. He described the project as an electrifying journey, not just about creating an animation, but about breathing life into history and crafting an immersive portal to the stars.
The team’s dedication to pushing boundaries and Blunt Action’s expertise in combining technology, immersive art, and educational storytelling have resulted in one of the most ambitious and breathtaking anamorphic visual experiences ever created.
The 3D billboard is now open for public viewing at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex in Merritt Island, Florida. Visitors can witness the wonders of NASA’s past, present, and future up close, gaining a deeper appreciation for the agency’s groundbreaking work and its impact on our understanding of the universe.
This captivating display serves as a testament to human ingenuity, curiosity, and the relentless pursuit of knowledge.
