How to Do Stop Animation: Tutorial

Stop motion animation films are often made with clay models

Stop motion animation is the process of joining together a series of still shots to create a film sequence. Stop motion animation is most commonly associated with clay models. Making a stop motion animation is a very lengthy but rewarding process.

Things You'll Need

• Clay Cardboard Digital Camera Film Editing Software Tripod

Instructions

1. Set camera on tripod. Ensure the camera is steady. Turn the camera on and set the lighting function. Ensure light remains the same throughout the capturing process.

2. Take clay models and place in the scene. Check the viewfinder to ensure the models are in the picture.

3. Set figures in beginning position of the scene you want to create. Take the photo.

4. Move the figures. Keep the movement minimal to ensure a smooth transition of frames. Take the photograph. Repeat the process to create an entire film scene.

5. Import the images into film editing software such as iMovie or Windows Movie Maker.

6. Set the images in the correct order. Add music, other background noise and voices to add life to the stop motion animation. .

7. Export film as a "dotmov" file. View in Quicktime player.

Tips & Warnings

• Film in one process to avoid light difference.

References

• Stop Motion Central