Stop-Motion Example

Stop Motion Animation

is the beautiful process of creating motion out of the static - to build movies a single frame at a time, using the tinyist movements. It is widely considered to be the most difficult and time consuming style of animation, and for good reason. With every part meticulously made and manipulated by hand, the process spans a wide range of creative disciplines.

Animator at work

The Artists

involved include designers, manufacturers, builders, painters, costume creationists, color specialists, camera specialists, editors, animators, lighting experts, storyboard artists, the list goes on and ON! The craft is a true culmination of skill, taken on by the bravest of souls, and brought to life by masters.

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Basic Setup

The basics of a stop motion setup

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Camera

The kinds of cameras used to animate

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Props

All the extra scene components

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Lighting

The art of ambience and color with light

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My first attempt at a walk animation!

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The art of motion

Bringing the scene to life with moving parts!

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