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How to Do Stop Animation: Tutorial

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
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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.

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