Recluse Mech: Rig Demo

Here is a quick demonstration of the rig and controllers I put together for the Recluse Mech. First is the IK demo, followed by FK. The antennae are controlled by a dynamic hair system with the follicles acting as the curve for spline IK. There are a few thing I wish to improve on (as always), but I am mostly satisfied with the results. Comments are welcome! Enjoy!

an Om Sunrise

This is essentially the same as the previously posted "Om". However, this is the completed piece. There are 3 pieces of geometry, the 2 hills and the sun sphere. The grasses, flowers, and sun rays are all Maya pFX. The atmosphere and the clouds which used to be a static image background are a now a field of fluid dynamics to allow for a better animation and color change as the sun rises. It may seem a bit more CG, but stylistically I like it better this way. I hope you enjoy!