The Animation Book


Book Description

A guide to the theory, aesthetics, and techniques of animation features detailed instructions, projects, and discussion on such topics as basic movement, soundtrack synchronization, projecting equipment, storyboarding, and cartoon materials.




The LEGO Animation Book


Book Description

Have you ever wondered what your LEGO creations would look like on the big screen? The LEGO Animation Book will show you how to bring your models to life with stop-motion animation—no experience required! Follow step-by-step instructions to make your first animation, and then explore the entire filmmaking process, from storyboards to post-production. Along the way, you’ll learn how to: –Create special effects like explosions and flying minifigures –Convey action and emotion with your minifigure actors –Design sets for animation—make three buildings look like an entire city! –Light, frame, and capture consistent photos –Add detail and scope to your films by building in different scales –Build camera dollies and rigs out of LEGO bricks –Choose cameras, software, and other essential animation tools Dive into the world of animation and discover a whole new way to play! For ages 10+




The Animation Book


Book Description

A guide to the theory, aesthetics, and techniques of animation features detailed instructions, projects, and discussions on such topics as basic movement, and digital ink and paint.




Animation Magic 2001


Book Description

Discusses the techniques and people involved in creating Disney's animated films, from the first story idea to opening night.




The Animator's Survival Kit


Book Description

"A manual of methods, principles and formulas for classical, computer, games, stop motion and internet animators"--Cover.




Designing Interface Animation


Book Description

Effective interface animation deftly combines form and function to improve feedback, aid in orientation, direct attention, show causality, and express your brand’s personality. Designing Interface Animation shows you how to create web animation that balances purpose and style while blending seamlessly into the user’s experience. This book is a crash course in motion design theory and practice for web designers, UX professionals, and front-end developers alike.




Cracking Animation


Book Description

The Aardman Studio in Bristol is one of the biggest successes in the new wave of British animation. This book sets Aardman's achievements and the history of the studio within the context of the tradition of 3-D animation. The studio's initial success with Morph was followed with an Oscar for Creature Comforts and nominations for Adam and A Grand Day Out. Nick Park at Aardman has received two Oscars for his Wallace and Gromit stories, The Wrong Trousers and A Close Shave.




Flipping Out: The Art of Flip Book Animation


Book Description

Learn the full process of animating your own flip book! You'll learn techniques like storyboarding, using keyframes, and book binding.




The Wheels on the Bus


Book Description

Watch the wheels on the bus go round and round and sing along.




Character Animation Crash Course!


Book Description

Detailed text and drawings illuminate how to conceive animated characters.