Stop motion (also known as stop action) is an animation technique to make a physically manipulated object appear to move on its own. The object is moved in small increments between individually photographed frames, creating the illusion of movement when the series of frames is played as a continuous sequence. Clay figures are often used in stop motion for their ease of repositioning. Motion animation using clay is called clay animation or clay-mation.
I've known of this technique for some time, but up until recently i haven't appreciated it in its entirety. I have come to realise the undeniable hardship that goes into creating a piece of stop-motion. It seems to take eons to produce a quality product, by i am reluctant in thinking that the results aren't worth it!
This is a great example of the kind of stop motion that i believe can be achieved at this level (with great patience and determination!). Produced by GinoEast
I find the use of a wooden model very interesting also, as i feel it wood set mine and Paddy's piece apart from others. I've seen A-level stop motion pieces in the past using toys, clay mache etc. But not a wooden model. The simplicity of its design (no face, basic natural colour) would also benefit the symbolism we will try to convey, as we want to represent real life happenings through a docile, easily manipulated object.
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