"Space" In Tabaimo's Animation Installation

Since the invention of animation in late 1990 s and early 2000 s,the space exploration in animation has never stopped.With over one hundred years of development and thanks to the rapid evolution of science and technology in the recent twenty years,the creators of animation have explored more than perspectives in traditional animation.Relying on the un-experimental and abstract nature,the animation art has freer and more unique ways of expression and research,such as the optical illusion between animation and reality,the combination of on-stage performances and animation and the newly-invented AR technical animation.The concept of “space” is like the soul and clue of Tabaimo's works.When watching her works,the audience will be inevitably attracted by the phantom but enchanting space “black holes”.The article explores and analyses Tabaimo's animation installation,thoroughly explains the hidden meaning of space in her animation through her special way of expression.The discussions are mainly conducted from the structure of storytelling(the lenses and scenario),the combination of animation and reality,as well as the innovative way of animation with the contribution of new techniques in the recent decade.The article is mainly based on the analysis of documents,with reference to the artist's autobiography and DVD documentaries.It conducts systematic studies on the concept of space and explains the understanding and application of space from individual recreation.