stop motion animation course
DESCRIPTION
On this one-day course, you will learn basic animation skills using a variety of methods. These will be simple ideas that you will want to try in the classroom.TRANSCRIPT
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Where and When
Thursday21st October 2010
9:30am - 3:00pm
South eLearning Centre
Summerwood LaneCliftonNottinghamNG11 9DR
Tel. 01159152971
Stop MotionAnimationWallace and Gromit, Morph and even Postman Pat! What do they have in common? All were filmed using the technique of stop-motion animation.On this one day course, you will learn basic animation skills, using a variety of methods. These will be simple ideas that you will want to try in the classroom.
For: DIGITAL
LITERACY,MEDIA,
ARTall levels
How-to»
Stop Motion AnimationGetting started in stop motion animation
The basic tools needed are:• a camera (webcam, digital video
camera or some digital still cameras)
• a tripod (to keep the camera steady)
• software on a computer (some free ones are mentioned here)
• some character models• a good light source
The cameraThe camera you use depends on the software you choose. You might choose from the following:
• a simple webcam connected to your computer• adigitalvideo(DV)camera(andafirewirecable,toconnecttoyourpcor
mac)• a still digital camera
Most animation software uses a ‘live feed’ view from a webcam or through a firewirecablefromasuitableDVcamera.Itallowsyoutocontrolthecamerafrom the computer to take pictures (frames.) Some newer DV cameras do not havefirewireportsandarethereforeunsuitable.Still digital cameras will not give a ‘live view’ so will only work with certain animation software.
Free animation software
Mac software:FrameByFrame
web.mac.com/philipp.brendel/Software/FrameByFrame.html
Very easy to use software for use with webcams or connected DV cameras.
TripodIfyoudon’twantyouranimation to look shaky, your camera must stay completely still. Therefore, a tripod will be very useful. There are many full size tripods and mini tripods available. A bigger, heavier tripod will be harder to accidently nudge.
You could always use a pile of books!
The cameraThe camera you use depends on the software you choose. You might choose from the following:
• a simple webcam connected to your computer• adigitalvideo(DV)camera(andafirewirecable,toconnecttoyourpcor
mac)• a still digital camera
Most animation software uses a ‘live feed’ view from a webcam or through a firewirecablefromasuitableDVcamera.Itallowsyoutocontrolthecamerafrom the computer to take pictures (frames.) Some newer DV cameras do not havefirewireportsandarethereforeunsuitable.Still digital cameras will not give a ‘live view’ so will only work with certain animation software.
Free animation software
Mac software:FrameByFrame
web.mac.com/philipp.brendel/Software/FrameByFrame.html
Very easy to use software for use with webcams or connected DV cameras.
PC software:MonkeyJam
www.giantscreamingrobotmonkeys.com/monkeyjam
Trickier to use, but can be used with normal digital cameras.
LightingOften overlooked, lighting is important to get right. A posable desk lamp keeps a consistent light level on your scene.
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Stop Motion AnimationThis course is ideal for teachers who:• Would like to incorporate
animation into their students’ learning
• Are interested in digital literacy
Additional Information:• Lunch will be provided• All resources will be provided• Bring ideas for stories
eLearning Consultanttel. 0115 9152971e. [email protected]
The cost of this one day course is:
£40 per school staff member
This cost includes lunch, refreshments, any filmsproducedondisc and printed resources.
Please call or email to book.
Martin MacGillivrayCentre Mangertel. 0115 915 9511e. [email protected]
Course run by:Jamie TinneyD&T, Animation, Art & Design
NeLC contacts:
Marie-Line AntoineMedia, Languages, Video, Photographytel. 0115 915 9511e. [email protected]
Jan GrayPrimary, Video, Animationtel. 0115 915 2971e. [email protected]
David EllisMusic, Media, Animation, 3D modellingtel. 0115 915 9511e. [email protected]
Janet SimnerMaths, Textiles, Sciencetel. 0115 915 2971e. [email protected]
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