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Animate Anything With Stop Motion Animation - Weekly Ongoing Class
Completed by 268 learners
Ages 7-12
Live Group Class
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(159 reviews)
Popular
Live video meetings
1x per week
1-14 learners per class
50 min
What's included
1 live meeting
50 mins in-class hours per weekHomework
Students are encouraged to experiment with the concepts they have been introduced to in class to reinforce their learning.Class Experience
$13 off your first class with coupon code ALLENANIMATE13 THIS IS A WEEKLY ONGOING CLASS! JOIN ANY TIME! Please watch the entire video for this class (click on class thumbnail) before signing up to see animated examples of how this class works! CLASS DESCRIPTION If you want a way to develop your stop motion animation skills over a longer period of time with fun weekly projects, this class is for you! You can animate using ANYTHING you want (clay, bricks, paper, toys, etc.) Class topics can include adding sound effects and voices, special effects with hand drawn animation and other objects, body mechanics (walks, runs, jumps, and more), acting (facial expressions, matching audio, pantomime) and much, MUCH more. A large resource library of animation video tutorials on acting, animation principles and techniques, body mechanics, character design, effects, software training, and storytelling is available for students to use at their own pace as well. EACH CLASS SESSION IS SPLIT INTO 4 PARTS: 1) Lesson - The teacher will provide a structured lesson with a focus to give students more tools to add to their animation skill set. 2) Sharing time - A fun time where students can share their work with the class, and talk about their animation goals for the day. 3) Feedback and help - A time to ask for ways to improve on an animation, learn a new technique, troubleshoot animation challenges, and get technical help with the animation app. 4) Choice - With any remaining time students get to work on their animation from the lesson that the teacher presented, or on an animation of their choice. SUPPLIES: Check the Learner Supply List below to see how students can gather their supplies one week in advance of each class. Detailed lists and instructions on where to find supplies are offered. PREREQUISITES: None! All levels of learners are welcome. CURRICULUM SCHEDULE - THIS IS A WEEKLY ONGOING CLASS! JOIN ANY TIME! THESE ARE SUGGESTED THEMES, STUDENTS CAN DO THEIR OWN THEME EACH WEEK 3/3 - 3/9/2025: body mechanics - crowds 3/10 - 3/16/2025: effects - animating text with stop motion studio pro 3/17 - 3/23/2025: theme - obstacle course 3/24 - 3/30/2025: effects - rain and lightning 3/31 - 4/6/2025: body mechanics - gymnastics 4/5 - 4/13/25 -------------------------------- NO CLASS --------------------- 4/14 - 4/20/2025: animation principle - anticipation 4/21 - 4/27/2025: effects - flashing and teleporting 4/28 - 5/4/2025: theme - sports 5/5 - 5/11/2025: body mechanics - break dancing 5/12 - 5/18/2025: effects - hand drawn white board with hands and objects 5/19 - 5/25/2025: theme - sci fi 5/26 - 6/1/2025: effects - driving 6/2 - 6/8/2025: body mechanics - fall down and get up, sit and stand 6/9 - 6/15/2025: acting - fear 6/16 - 6/22/2025: animation principle - exaggeration 6/23 - 6/29/2025: effects - holograms and ghosts 6/30 - 7/6/2025: theme - vehicle races 7/7 - 7/13/2025: body mechanics - inchworms and snakes 7/14 - 7/20/2025: effects - lasers 7/21 - 7/27/2025: theme - wizard magic 7/28 - 8/3/2025: effects - hand drawn speed lines and staff trails 8/4 - 8/10/2025: body mechanics - 4 legs 8/11 - 8/17/2025: acting - anger 8/18 - 8/24/2025: animation principle - slow in and slow out 8/25 - 8/29/2025: effects - animating hands 8/30 - 9/7/25 -------------------------------- NO CLASS --------------------- 9/1 - 9/7/2025: theme - music performance 9/8 - 9/14/2025: body mechanics - run 9/15 - 9/21/2025: effects - drawing and painting 9/22 - 9/28/2025: theme - talent show 9/29 - 10/5/2025: effects - hand drawn animation 10/6 - 10/12/2025: body mechanics - climb on and off objects 10/13 - 10/19/2025: acting - matching movements to dialogue 10/20 - 10/26/2025: animation principle - squash and stretch 10/27 - 11/2/2025: effects - hand drawn magic wand power 11/3 - 11/9/2025: effects - green screen 11/10 - 11/16/2025: effects - animating text with whiteboards and paper 11/17 - 11/23/2025: theme - skateboards and hoverboards 11/24 - 11/30/2025: theme - super heroes 12/1 - 12/7/2025: effects - portals 12/8 - 12/14/2025: body mechanics - characters with wings 12/15 - 12/21/2025: effects - animating water 12/22 - 12/28/2025: animation principle - appeal Stop motion animation incorporates the skills of character development, storytelling, planning, and basic math and physics.
Learning Goals
Develop a love for the art of animation.
Build confidence through daily animation practice.
Bring an idea to life through the discipline and practice of animation.
Create unique animations that are high quality and clear.Other Details
Parental Guidance
This class uses Stop Motion Studio Pro, a paid app ($6) that students can download from the app store for Android and Apple devices. It is completely safe to use and is child and teen friendly. This is a popular app that is used by a variety of Outschool teachers.
Supply List
You will need 2 devices for this class, one for creating your animation on and the other to view the lessons. Any combination will work (animate on your smartphone, and watch the class on your tablet, etc). Students will receive specific instructions on how to build an ANIMATION WORKSTATION after signing up for this class located in the Outschool Classroom "WELCOME TO CLASS" post. If you already have a workstation of your own then you are all set! The ANMIATION WORKSTATION is the setup they will use to make their movies and it includes a tablet or phone stand, an animation set, and lighting. Below are the basic supplies they will need, which will be explained as part of the class. PLEASE DON’T BUY SUPPLIES until you get class instructions after signup, they will clarify the exact specifications needed. REQUIRED SUPPLIES 2 total of the following: tablet, smartphone, and/or computer Stop Motion Studio PRO ($6) - this paid version is required Cardboard box Tape (blue painters tape preferred) Fun Tak (or similar putty) OPTIONAL SUPPLIES Lamp/s Markers, colored pencils, or other drawing art supplies Clay
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
This class uses Stop Motion Studio Pro, a paid app ($6) that students can download from the app store for Android and Apple devices. It is completely safe to use and is child and teen friendly. This is a popular app that is used by a variety of Outschool teachers.
Meet the teacher
Teacher expertise and credentials
Please watch my teacher profile video to learn more. https://outschool.com/teachers/lukas-allenbaugh
I have been teaching art (animation, illustration, sculpture, painting, and digital art) to elementary and teenage students consistently for over 25 years. My teaching includes 4 years as a public school teacher, 18 years as the owner of Artmuuv (Previously Creative Art Network for after-school, during school, and summer programs) and 12 years as an artist in residence (mural painting focus). I've also been designing elaborate video tutorials since 2008 for a large variety of mediums.
I love what I do and that passion drives my ongoing learning. I’ve studied traditional art through Cornish College of the Arts, Western Wa University, and a variety of other classes. The source of my ongoing 3d Modeling and Animation training is through Animation Mentor, Think Tank Training Center of Canada, CG Masters academy, CG Boost Academy, 3d Beast Academy, OM3D, P2 Design, Berk Kaplan, Creative Shrimp, Elementza, Udemy, Skillshare, InLearning, and much more.
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