A Reddit user known as Fer Aguilera Reyes showcased this animated artwork featuring a whimsical light effect made with Maya and Nuke.
The take is based on the work of Yumitang_. Fer Aguilera Reyes added a transparent moving light-and-shadow effect, creating a subtle look reminiscent of how sunlight shines through the shadows of leaves on a warm summer day. According to the artist, the project was experimental, and there's no specific tutorial on creating such an effect.
In the comments to the post, Fer Aguilera Reyes generously shared a list of useful tutorials for achieving a high-quality NPR look.
Take a look at the original work by Yumitang_:
