"I wanted to start this new adventure with Neza the bee touring Rwanda because I wanted to share about all the places I have been and loved in my country with others Many children love exploring and knowing more about what surrounds them but struggle to find the right materials to enjoy while learning about their realities or countries. I hope our first animation film, The Journey of Neza, will help many discover the beauty of Rwanda and become more curious about it."
Kathy
"The Journey of Neza" is an educational journey where Neza, acurious little bee, and her friends explore the wonders of Rwanda.As they visit breathtaking natural sites, encounter wild animals,and discover unique landmarks, the group engages young viewersby counting the wild animals they see across beautiful landscapes.This adventure-filled story introduces children to Rwanda's richcultural and natural heritage. It also helps them learn to countin a fun and engaging way.
Title: The Journey of Neza
Length: 11 minutes 53 seconds
Country of origin: Rwanda
Software programs:
•Moho Studio Pro 14
•Photoshop
•After Effects
•Blender
•Audacity
•Adobe Premiere pro
•Clip Studio Paint
Director: Iradukunda Sebastien
Animator: Iradukunda Sebastien
Writer: Catherine Uwimana
Producer: Catherine Uwimana
Lead voice actor: Kesha Wanjare as "Neza"
Copyright information: The Journey of Neza
Sebastien is a multi-disciplinary artist skilled in graphic design, illustration,animation, and 3D art. He has a passion for all creative things and helping others express themselves. His work spans from producing educational illustrations to creating motion graphics and animations for various global organizations. Sebastien is proficient in industry-standard design software, askill demonstrated in his work with the Rwanda Education Board. In his full-timeemployment, he serves as a full- time Motion Graphics Artist, Animator, and 3D Artist. Seba is also actively involved in training and workshops, inspiring the next generation of artists. He recently founded Dawn Visuals with her sister, Kathy, a Kigali-based small business that creates narratives that inspire curiousminds. He holds a bachelor’s degree in computer and software engineeringfrom the University of Rwanda. He is based in Kigali.
Kathy is a book development professional with over ten years in the African bookpublishing sector and foundational learning programs on the continent. She hasalways been fond of books and bandes dessinées and animation. In addition toher book development career, Kathy has started her entrepreneurial journeymaking animation and complementary educational and fun learning materials.With her brother, Sebastien, they founded Dawn Visuals, aKigali-based smallinitiative that creates stories for curious minds. She is based in Kigali with herfamily.