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This 16-minute tutorial teaches beginners how to animate on paper from scratch. Learn the fundamentals of traditional paper animation, including its history and why it remains a fulfilling technique despite digital alternatives. Discover all the essential supplies needed (lightbox tracer, animation peg bar, animation paper, hole punch, and recommended pencils) with a comprehensive breakdown of each tool. Follow step-by-step instructions to create your first paper animation that you can export as a video and share online. The tutorial includes detailed timecodes covering introduction, required supplies, animation techniques, and exporting your finished work. Perfect for aspiring animators looking to try traditional animation methods before transitioning to digital tools.
