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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.

"The Art of Stop-Motion Animation" is a practical guide to the amazing art form of stop-motion animation. This book will take you through the history of the medium, how commercial productions are made, how to build puppets, what supplies are needed, and how to shoot your animation. A series of simple to advanced exercises teach you how to master the basic principles of animation using the stop-motion technique, so you can be on your way to making your own creations. Interviews with professionals in the field are included to gain insight into their careers and passion for the medium.