Dùthchas: Our Underwater Forests (2026)

Step inside a visually captivating nonfiction film that traces the simultaneous decline of Scotland’s ocean habitats and ancient Celtic traditions. Through intimate conversations with six leading marine scientists and cultural specialists, the project unpacks urgent topics ranging from collapsing sea ecosystems and profit-driven economics to grassroots nature restoration efforts. These real-world discussions flow seamlessly into a completely hand-illustrated narrative sequence, where every frame originates from meticulous deep-sea field observations. Executed with traditional paint techniques, the artwork merges ethereal, flowing compositions with rigorous biological fidelity, delivering a mesmerizing cinematic experience that reveals how environmental degradation and linguistic erosion are deeply interconnected.