The Entomologist

Directed by Lauren Chappell | Production Design by Jeanie Laybourn

Narrative Short Film

2025 NFFTY Best Production Design Award Recipient

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Design Process

Build construction plan

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Camera test for colors and textures

DIY frosted window

Color palette

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Branches for exterior interest

Fake snow testing

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Build SketchUp model

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Frozen meal design

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Kitchen dressing

Finding a cockroach

Do Not Be Afraid

Checkers