Through the magic of stop-motion animation, inanimate objects seem to spring to life. With true artistic passion and finesse, a stop-motion film evokes the nostalgia of childhood when imagination could bring toys to life. Stop-motion retains the art and performance that are the heart and soul of captivating animation.
Beginning with a history of stop-motion animation, The Art of Stop-Motion Animation takes you on a unique journey—uncovering the origins of this art form and examining what continues to draw viewers to these films. Through several hands-on exercises, you’ll learn how to create puppets and how to bring them to life as you create your own stop-motion film. Interviews with industry professionals offer a fascinating, behind-the-scenes look into the undying art form of stop-motion animation.
Examine the techniques of stop-motion animation as you discover:
- The materials you'll need to get started
- How to build your puppets
- The essentials of successful animation, including posing, facial expressions, and movement
- How to create your set and shoot your film
- Where you can distribute your stop-motion masterpiece
Part I Overview
Part II Creating Animation
Part III Showing Your Stuff
Appendix A Suggested Supplies for Stop-Motion Animation
Appendix B Stop-Motion Animation Studios
Appendix C Stop-Motion Animation Coruses
Appendix D Timeline of Important Events in the History of Stop-Motion Animation