Stop Motion Animation Courses and Certifications

TED

The Art and Science of Stop-Motion Animation - How 3D Printing is Revolutionizing a Century-Old Craft

Discover how 3D printing revolutionizes century-old stop-motion animation techniques, blending creative obsession with cutting-edge technology to reinvent filmmaking processes.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

TipTut

How to Make a Stop Motion Animation

2 ratings

Learn to create stop motion animations using Minecraft Lego figures, a smartphone, and free tools. Covers setup, shooting, editing, visual effects, and wire removal techniques for beginners on a budget.

• YouTube
• 47 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Envato Tuts+

Stop Motion Style Tutorial

Create stylish stop motion animations using digital techniques in After Effects, blending traditional and modern approaches.

• YouTube
• 33 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Envato Tuts+

Paper Cut Out Stop Motion Tutorial

Learn to create charming paper cut-out animations using stop motion techniques. Master the art of crafting characters, sets, and bringing stories to life frame by frame.

• YouTube
• 33 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

School of Motion

Stop Motion Animation in After Effects

Learn to create stop-motion paper crumpling transitions in After Effects using Dragonframe software, integrating real-world elements with digital compositing for unique visual effects.

• YouTube
• 31 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

SouthernShotty

Blender 2.8 - Stop Motion Animation Breakdown - Goober Dance

Detailed breakdown of a stop motion animation project in Blender 2.8, showcasing techniques and processes used to create the "Goober Dance" animation.

• YouTube
• 19 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

定格动画创作

Dive into stop-motion animation creation, from scriptwriting to character design, storyboarding, and post-production. Master essential techniques through hands-on projects and artistic analysis.

• XuetangX
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Art Seminar: Film Appreciation (Live Online)

94 ratings at CourseHorse

Explore the rich history of world animation, delving into hand-crafted techniques from diverse artists.

• CourseHorse
• 12 hours
• Self-Paced
• $170.00

Puppets and Automata: Art, Anxiety, and the Uncanny (Live Online)

33 ratings at CourseHorse

Explore the captivating world of puppets and automata, delving into their roles as artistic marvels and cultural symbols of fascination and unease.

• CourseHorse
• 12 hours
• Self-Paced
• $335.00

Ace of Clay

Making a Witch from Clay - Stop Motion Style Character Design Polymer Clay Sculpture

Learn to sculpt and paint a spooky witch character using polymer clay and acrylic paints. Master techniques for creating detailed features, textures, and a haunting Halloween aesthetic.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

SouthernShotty

Blender Clay Stop Motion Shader Tutorial

Learn to create a claymation-style shader in Blender 2.8 for stop motion effects. Master techniques to achieve realistic clay textures and enhance your 3D animation skills.

• YouTube
• 12 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

School of Motion

Create a Claymation-Style Animation in Cinema 4D

Learn to create realistic claymation-style animations in Cinema 4D, mastering techniques for texturing, lighting, and frame-by-frame animation to achieve an authentic stop-motion look.

• YouTube
• 56 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Ace of Clay

I Made Art the Clown as a Christmas Stop-Motion Puppet

Discover how to sculpt Art the Clown as a Rankin/Bass-style Christmas puppet using polymer clay, metal armature, and stop-motion techniques in this festive horror mashup tutorial.

• YouTube
• 19 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Design Cuts

Bringing Hand Letterers Together at LetterWest with Becca Clason

Explore tactile lettering, stop motion, and creative community building with Becca Clason, founder of LetterWest conference and renowned designer.

• YouTube
• 51 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Dragonframe Tutorials

Comprehensive guide to Dragonframe animation software, covering animation basics, cinematography, audio, DMX lighting, motion control, and advanced features for stop-motion projects.

• YouTube
• 4 hours 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video