Stop-Motion Animation
Understanding the principles of movement through creating simple stop-motion animations with physical objects.
Key Questions
- Explain how many still images create the illusion of movement.
- Analyze what makes a character in an animation appear alive.
- Design a short animation that uses timing to create suspense or humor.
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