VIVA, MOLDOVA | Motion Design for Eurovision 2026
Cristina Nedelcev
Viva, Moldova!
A look behind the live visuals, animation process, and screen graphics created for the stage.
Project: Eurovision Song Contest 2026
Artist: Satoshi
My Role: Motion Design, Live Visuals
Character Design: Vadim Aricu
Behind The Scenes
Some animation tests before everything came together for the live show. The challenge was to create motion graphics that will complement the show, music and the artist rather than a separate visual competing for attention.
Unused direction for the 1st Verse
Our first concept was more dynamic, more detailed —
and that was exactly the problem.
On a Eurovision stage, the screen is there to serve the artist. Not steal the show.
Character Animation
Baby Satoshi Character:
His movements are playful, mischievous, and a little chaotic — jumpy, bouncy, and full of childish charm,
built to feel cute and full of personality, just like Satoshi himself. Everyone who's been at his concert will tell that he's an energy bomb on the stage
Mirabela Character:
Her animation draws from traditional Moldovan dance, keeping the same fun, energetic spirit while
grounding it in something rooted and cultural.
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Posted Nov 3, 2026
Motion Graphics and Character Animation for Moldova's Eurovision 2026 performance by Satoshi.
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Mar 16, 2026 - Apr 16, 2026
