Flux Orbitals
Minimalist 3D rings in space.
Flux Orbitals is a 3D abstract branding asset featuring floating metallic rings in deep space. Designed with calm, clean motion and minimal color.
Year
Mar 2025
Timeline
2 months
Problem
The challenge was to create a visually engaging 3D artwork using only a few components — orbiting rings, gradients, and shadows — without overwhelming the canvas. Finding the right balance between form and empty space required precise control over thickness, spacing, and lighting. The difficulty lay in expressing energy, depth, and flow while keeping the design calm, quiet, and still.
Goal
I wanted to create a flexible visual element that could suit both fintech and creative industries — something calm, cool, and intelligent. The use of graphite and steel textures paired with vast negative space gives the piece a confident, quiet strength.
My Process
Modeled the core ring structure in 3D, then explored dozens of light placements to get the subtle reflections right. The background is intentionally void-like to enhance focus on the orbitals. Minor color grading was used to introduce subtle blues and depth, without overpowering the composition.
Impact
A refined, atmospheric visual piece adopted by modern UI designers and digital artists. Flux Orbitals became a reusable abstract branding asset, appearing in website hero images, 3D galleries, and presentation templates.