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Stop Motion Animation 101
April 1 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Ever wonder how objects move in animation? Use this overview for new and experienced audiences to help you start creating your own!
Note: This stop-motion workshop is geared toward adults, as it involves discussion and focus throughout the session. (16+ recommended)
However, we will be offering a hands-on character design workshop just for kids in May.
Special Guest Teaching Artist!
This workshop features local animator and Montserrat College of Art student Lyss Lentini, whose work focuses on stop-motion animation and post-production.
Details
Join us at BevCam on April 1, 2026, at 6:30 PM for a fun introduction to the art of stop-motion animation!
Creating stop-motion videos is more accessible than ever. You can make your own animations using a free app right on your phone, or, by becoming a BevCam member, you can use our DSLR camera and professional stop-motion software, DragonFrame, to bring your creations to life.
This session will explore different types of stop-motion animation, take you behind the scenes to see how the process works, and introduce the tools and resources you need to get started. You’ll learn the fundamentals of bringing objects to life frame by frame, and gain insight into how animators create movement, character, and story from still images.
This workshop will be presented in a demonstration-style format rather than a full hands-on session. However, attendees will learn how to continue their animation journey at BevCam, with upcoming opportunities for hands-on practice and deeper skill-building.
Each participant will also receive a piece of moldable plasticine (non-drying clay) to take home so you can start experimenting with simple stop-motion animation on your own.
Bonus for Members!
BevCam members who complete this workshop gain access to our stop-motion animation software and dedicated camera equipment. Members can also book the edit suite to animate at no additional cost as part of their membership benefits.
If you’re excited about creating your own animations, becoming a BevCam member is the best way to take full advantage of these resources—and we’d love to air your finished work on our channel!
Non-members and Members alike are welcome at this workshop- See you there!
Reach out to Education Manager, Amanda Hurley, for any questions about our workshops: amanda@bevcam.org
