nivea lio balm

The Wiccan sabbat of Litha, also known as Midsummer or Summer Solstice, is a significant celebration within the Wiccan calendar. Taking place on or around June 21st in the Northern Hemisphere (or on or around December 21st in the Southern Hemisphere), Litha marks the longest day of the year and the official start of summer. This sabbat is a time of joy and abundance, as it represents the peak of the sun's power and the height of the growing season. The main idea of Litha is to celebrate the sun, light, and the bountiful gifts of nature. During Litha, Wiccans gather to honor the sun and the energy it brings to the Earth. The sun is seen as a deity in Wiccan belief, and its strength during this time is both respected and celebrated.

This is the 2nd in the ‘Forgotten Witch’ series, where I focus on animating poems and bringing to life the forgotten stories of real women convicted of Witchcraft. Meg Shelton was a woman from Lancashire in the 1600’s and was thought to be a witch – this animated poem tries to recreate her story and brings her to the forefront of peoples mind reminding us these were real events.

Meg Shelton was a woman from Lancashire in the 1600 s and was thought to be a witch this animated poem tries to recreate her story and brings her to the forefront of peoples mind reminding us these were real events. In movies, depictions of witches have historically engaged in tropes that cast them as evil, destructive, old, ugly, and sexually deviant, among other negative qualities.

The sun is seen as a deity in Wiccan belief, and its strength during this time is both respected and celebrated. Rituals and ceremonies are performed to give thanks and show reverence to the sun, such as lighting bonfires, burning herbs, and offering prayers and blessings. Litha is also a time to celebrate nature and the abundance of the Earth.

The overlooked witch

Dir: Catherine Noone

What is the film about?

Animated short following the story of the Prussian woman convicted of arson and witchcraft in 1811, Barbara Zdunk. Created using 2D and 3D techniques as well as hand drawn and digital illustration.

What influenced it?

My influences have always been the old surreal films, the dream like quality of animations like ‘Inspiration’ by Karel Zemon to the impeccable detail and quality of the Betty Boop black and white animations. However, I have also always been a big fan of paintings, in particular the old masters and the Pre-Raphaelites. I really wanted to test out these different styles, like realism mixed with the surreal and bring it into the 21st Century with the different techniques I tried.

A little background information.

I really wanted this film to become a memorial for Barbara Zdunk. It is part of a larger project looking back on persecuted and forgotten women in history, and in particular, those accused of witchcraft and who were not given a peaceful and respectable end or resting place. This film is NOT to be seen as yet another film about witches, a topic which is ever increasingly popular today, especially in a fashionable, cool way. It is, however, meant to act as an educational piece, where we can show our respects and remember that although the craze of Witch Hunts across Europe was so long ago, it was also very real – which I wanted to really show in this film. I want the audience to feel as though they are in the life of Barbara Zdunk.

How was the film made?

For this film, I used a large variety of techniques. Taking inspiration from realism and my love for pencil, detailed drawings, all of the backgrounds in this animation are hand drawn. For the characters in this piece I created 3D models made of masking tape to create texture, and hand made small outfits for them also. The faces on the characters are digitally animated over the top of the models, tracking human features on the top to bring my models to life and to really give them the sense of a human feel. To bring these techniques all together, I edited them in After Effects, adding 3D camera techniques to add movement and depth, but not too much to make it confusing for the viewer, Simple movement for the viewer to focus on the poem and the words spoken.

This sabbat is associated with fertility, growth, and the ripening of crops. It is a time of harvest, where Wiccans can gather and enjoy the fruits of their labor. Many traditions involve creating wreaths or garlands of flowers, herbs, and fruits, which are then used as decoration or worn as a crown during rituals and celebrations. In addition to celebrating the sun and nature, Litha is also a time for personal reflection and spiritual growth. Wiccans take this opportunity to connect with their inner selves and set intentions for the months ahead. This can be done through meditation, divination practices, or engaging in personal rituals. Many Wiccans also use Litha as an opportunity to cleanse and purify their homes and surroundings, getting rid of any stagnant or negative energy. Overall, Litha is a time of joy and celebration within the Wiccan tradition. It is a time to appreciate the power of the sun, the abundance of nature, and the potential for personal growth. Whether through rituals, ceremonies, or personal reflection, Wiccans embrace the energy of Litha and use it to connect with the world around them..

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