UNIT 2

OLD SCHOOLTRADITIONAL ANIMATION TECHNIQUES

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This unit will cover some early stop-motion animation techniques that operate without relying on technology. A few of them were invented over a hundred years ago, and some are still used in films today! Using simple materials and even some help from Mother Nature, this chapter will take a tour of dazzling tricks of the eye.

LAB 1

ZOETROPE: PICTURES IN MOTION

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A zoetrope is a great way to introduce and explore the principles of stop-motion animation. You don’t need any technology, and it gives kids ...

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