Translating personal experiences into film

Ayla Spaans is a renowned director of short films, music videos, commercials, and children's series. With a playful, stylish, and color-coordinated approach, Ayla's work captivates audiences worldwide. She explores themes of friendship, family, and self-love, drawing inspiration from her own life experiences, particularly her childhood memories and the nostalgic charm they hold.

Ayla's unique storytelling style combines aesthetics with a deeper exploration of emotions, normalizing subjects such as self-love, growth, illness, love, and disappointment in an abstract yet lighthearted manner. Through this course, Ayla shares her personal workflow, emphasizing the importance of finding what works best for you as a creative individual.