Frame-By-Frame: The Guide to Non-Traditional Animation Techniques

Description

In a world that is dominated by computer images, alternative stop motion techniques like pixilation, time-lapse photography and down-shooting techniques combined with new technologies offer a new, tangible and exciting approach to animation. With over 25 years professional experience, industry veteran, Tom Gasek presents a comprehensive guide to stop motion animation without the focus on puppetry or model animation. With tips, tricks and hands-on exercises, Frame by Frame will help both experienced and novice filmmakers get the most effective results from this underutilized branch of animation. Practical insight and inspiration from leading filmmakers like PES (Western Spaghetti Creator, Time Magazine's #2 Viral Video of 2008), Dave Borthwick, of the Bolex Brothers and more! The accompanying website will include further content driven examples, indexes of stop motion software, a recommended film list and tools and resources for the beginner and intermediate stop motion artist, animators and filmmakers.

* Amplify your animations with this fresh and unique look at alternative stop motion techniques! Add alternative stop motion techniques to your projects with acclaimed professional stop motion tools, techniques and strategies while standing out amongst the plethora of traditional stop motion videos.
* Re-visualize stop motion character movements, build downshooter rigs, and configure your digital workflows with After Effect tutorials while creating dynamic, creative and inspired stop motion films.
* Apply professional stop motion techniques that have been taught and refined in the classroom and have been applied to leading stop motion films, exhibiting at South By Southwest, Cannes and more!

CONTENTS:

Chapter 1: What are the Possibilities?

Chapter 2: Shooting Frame by Frame

Chapter 3: Pixilation

Chapter 4: Time Lapse

Chapter 5: Cinematography, Lighting and Composition

Chapter 6: Objects, People & Places

Chapter 7: The Multiplane Down-shooter

Chapter 8: A Sense of Drama

Chapter 9: Visual Rhythm

Chapter 10: Collage (The Digital Advantage)

Chapter 11: Massaging Frames in the Edit

Chapter 12: Off to the Market