Everard J. McBain Jr

Appreciate the kind words of encouragement. Much thanks.

Appreciate the question. No, my work is nowhere near that good. One day maybe.

Hey #PortfolioDay! 🇹🇹 I’m Everard McBain, a self-taught animator from Trinidad and Tobago. My goal is to bring Caribbean stories to the global stage through motion. Currently building my own IP @ttjumbie.bsky.social . Constantly trying to improve the quality of my work with every new project.

Appreciate that man. Many thanks.

For indie creators, the weekend isn't just for rest, it's for working on bringing our ideas to life. This is what I worked on this weekend.

Music credit: Ladyleshurr - BAR WITH LESH
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New visuals for @ttjumbie.bsky.social more to come.

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Still cooking. Stove at 1000°. Pushing every known limit.
Music Credit: LaNell Grant

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Fresh Jumbie art! You know DC Trinity? We have our own. Jumbie, Sheriff, Gauntlet! This isn't imitation, it's about independent creators building our own compelling, original characters & stories. Let's create! #Jumbie #Indie #OriginalCharacters #Animation

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Grateful for the ability to look at my work and say "This can be better." Always pushing beyond my limits.

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The magic of animation often lies in the details. Here's a look at the process behind my latest clip, from the initial lines to the final colours. It's a labour of love! Music: Rhapsody - Gorilla #animation #2danimation #craft #process #ttjumbie #gemgfx #TrinidadandTobago

Breaking out of my animation comfort zone. I'm starting to see what's possible when I let my imagination run free. Inspired by so many amazing animators. #animation #2danimation #ttjumbie #gemgfx #TrinidadandTobago #indieanimation Music: LL Cool J - 4,3,2,1 Ft Method Man

I put my most recent clips together to see how they flow. I’m not a pro, just a creator on a journey, trying to build something bigger piece by piece. Can’t wait to share the final with Jumbie.

🎵 Music: Lupe Fiasco – 'Mural'

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Thank you for the kind words man. Wishing you even greater success as well.

Breaking Down My Okira Sequence! 🎬✨
I’m not a pro animator—just sharing my process! For Okira’s movement, I studied contemporary dance for grace & ribbon dancing for her sleeves. Her teleporting feels like pushing away one reality & stepping into another. Really happy with this one! 💫 #Animation

I appreciate that. Thank you very much.

It's been a while since I animated Okira, the lead from Celflux. I drew from contemporary dance to shape her fluid yet powerful movements, and I’m happy with the result.

Like & share if you think it’s cool. 🎬✨

🎵 Pharoahe Monch - What It Is

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This one took about 7 days. The previous took about 5 days.

Here’s how I create a *Jumbie* sequence
1️⃣ **Linework**: The foundation for poses & timing—time-consuming but crucial.
2️⃣ **Flat Colors**: Adds form & depth, not just filling spaces.
3️⃣ **Composition**: Lighting & effects create a polished, cinematic finish.
Like & share for more!"
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Appreciate the encouragement man.

"Animation is the imitation of life." Chuck Jones' words remind me that great animation isn’t just movement—it’s about emotion, personality, and believability. For Jumbie, I’m getting closer to capturing her wild, powerful spirit. Still, more to do, but here’s my latest progress

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Y’all don’t understand how excited I am for this

Giselle / Jumbie
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Here's a breakdown of the Gideon transformation so you can see how it came together. Hope you enjoy.

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Appreciate the kind words. I'm self-taught so it means a lot. If I can do it I'm certain you can do it too and perhaps even better. Wishing you much success.

Yes and no. I started working on it on January 2nd. I didn't like my first effort, so I scrapped it and started over. This final version took about five days to complete, from start to finish.

First completed sequence of 2025. This sequence is part of something cool we are working on for @ttjumbie.bsky.social . Like and share if you enjoy.

Making a cool behind-the-scenes about this scene.

Music credit: Metaphor The Great, WW4

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Working on something.
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Appreciate it man. Wishing you much success this year and beyond.