Aardman Lands Exclusive U.S. Deal with Amazon
Amazon strikes an exclusive licensing pact with Aardman Animations to stream ‘Wallace and Gromit,’ ‘Shaun the Sheep’ and other animated series and specials on its Prime Instant Video service in the U.S.
Category: Stop-Motion
Laika Releases Final Trailer for ‘The Boxtrolls’
Laika debuts the final theatrical trailer for ‘The Boxtrolls’ on June 11 at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival.
‘Love Games’ Wins Grand Prix at Animafest Zagreb
Winners of the Animafest 2014 Grand Competition are announced, with the prize for best short film awarded to the South Korean film ‘Love Games’ (2013) by Yumi Joung.
In 2D, Awards, Festival, People, Places, Short Films, Stop-Motion | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: Asia, Europe
Laika to Bring Final ‘Boxtrolls’ Trailer to Annecy
Laika to debut final theatrical trailer for ‘The Boxtrolls’ at Annecy International Animation Film Festival on June 11.
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‘Rocks in My Pockets’ to Premiere at Karlovy Vary Film Fest
Marking the first time an animated feature has been selected for the official competition program, Signe Baumane's ‘Rocks in My Pockets’ will have its world premiere at the 49th Karlovy Vary International Film Festival.
In 2D, Festival, Films, People, Places, Stop-Motion | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: Europe
Laika/house Puts Cuervo History in a Bottle
LAIKA/house teams with McCann New York to create a new integrated stop-motion campaign for Jose Cuervo Tradicional with a 60-second spot that takes viewers on a journey through Cuervo’s history.
In Commercials, Stop-Motion, Transmedia | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: North America
Matt Senreich, Zeb Wells and the World of ‘Robot Chicken’
After seven seasons, Adult Swim’s stop-motion comedic mayhem ensemble seems stronger than ever.
iStopMotion 3.6 Adds DSLR Live Previews with Ghost Overlays
Ghost Overlay, Live View Support for Nikon and Canon DSLRs now available in iStopMotion 3.6 for Mac.
‘Moonstruck’ Takes Top Animation Prize at 25th Annual Dusty Awards
The School of Visual Arts announces the winners of its 2014 Dusty Film & Animation Festival and Awards.
Story & Animation Masterclass - Chicago, IL
Begins: August 22, 2014
VanArts presents a masterclass in Story Development & Animation, taught by artists from Pixar Animation Studios.
In 2D, 3D, Anime, Art, Cartoons, CG, Education and Training, Films, Flash, Games, Illustration, Short Films, Stop-Motion, Tutorials, Visual Effects, Writing | Event Types: Animation, Comics, Conferences, Features, Interactive, New Media, Seminars / Workshops, Short Films, Visual Effects
Nexus Animates New Stop-Mo Campaign for Dorset
“Life Begins at Breakfast,” a new stop-motion campaign created by Sunshine and Nexus director Conor Finnegan, features handmade felt woodland animals waking up to the sound of Dorset AM.
Aardman Helps Kids Discover Maynards
The U.K.’s Aardman Animations produces a new campaign for Maynards Discovery Patch, bringing a hedgehog family to life in a miniature stop-motion world rich in irresistible details, texture and charm.
New Trailer Released for Phil Tippett’s ‘Mad God’ Short
A new trailer is released for ‘Mad God Part 2,’ legendary visual effects and stop-motion artist Phil Tippett's apocalyptic stop-motion descent into the bowels of the unconscious.
Story, Character & Animation Masterclass - London, UK
Begins: August 8, 2014
VanArts presents a masterclass in Story Development, Character Design & Animation, taught by artists from Pixar Animation Studios.
In 2D, 3D, Anime, Art, Cartoons, CG, Education and Training, Films, Flash, Games, Illustration, Short Films, Stop-Motion, Tutorials, Visual Effects, Writing | Event Types: Animation, Comics, Conferences, Features, Interactive, New Media, Seminars / Workshops, Short Films, Visual Effects, Web / Internet
Story, Character & Animation Masterclass - Paris, France
Begins: August 1, 2014
VanArts presents a masterclass in Story Development, Character Design & Animation, taught by artists from Pixar Animation Studios.
In 2D, 3D, Anime, Art, Cartoons, CG, Education and Training, Films, Flash, Games, Illustration, Short Films, Stop-Motion, Tutorials, Visual Effects, Writing | Event Types: Animation, Comics, Conferences, Features, Interactive, New Media, Seminars / Workshops, Short Films, Visual Effects
Kijek/Adamski Create Stop-Frame ‘Trace’ for Paris Animation Exhibition
Directing duo Kijek/Adamski unveil their unique stop motion wide-projection film ‘Trace,’ which is now screening at the Motion Factory animation exhibition at Paris digital arts centre La Gaîté lyrique.
Australian International Animation Festival 2014
Begins: May 9, 2014
CSU Animation and Visual Effects is proud to present the 11th Anniversary of the Australian International Animation Festival. This internationally renowned event features over 100 prestigious films adeptly selected from more than 2,500 submissions from all around the world. The range of styles, genres and techniques is testament to the vibrancy and relevance of creative animation and the premiere screening of this highly acclaimed collection is happening from the humble host city of Wagga Wagga in regional Australia.
In 2D, 3D, Acting, Anime, Art, Cartoons, CG, Digital Media, Education and Training, Event, Festival, Films, Home Entertainment, Motion Graphics, Music and Sound, People, Production, Short Films, Special Features, Stop-Motion, Technology, Tutorials, Visual Effects | Event Types: Animation, Discussion, Documentaries, Live Action, New Media, Non-competitive Festivals, Other, Screenings, Seminars / Workshops, Short Films, Special, Special Effects, Visual Effects
th1ng Director Hayley Morris Spotlighted at Paris Motion Factory Exhibit
Three examples of the director’s stop-motion animation and directorial prowess are included in the prestigious “Motion Factory” show, running now through August 10 at La Gaîté Lyrique in Paris, France.
‘House of Monsters’ Scares Up Crowdfunding Victory
A successful Kickstarter campaign launches the new stop-motion animated web series House of Monsters by Dawn Brown.
BENT Helps The Oregonian Transform with New Spot
Animation and visual FX studio BENT Image Lab produces a new broadcast spot for The Oregonian in newspaper stop-motion.
DePaul University to Host The Brothers Quay April 16
As recipients of the 2013-14 Humanities Laureate Award, legendary animators The Brothers Quay are scheduled to speak at The DePaul Humanities Center On Wednesday, April 16; the event is free and open to the public.
In Event, Films, People, Places, Short Films, Stop-Motion | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: North America
Hope Springs Eternal…the Robot Chicken DC Comics Special II Has Arrived!
Our favorite purveyors of stop-motion mayhem are back with another season of bloody good fun.
Aardman Releases First Teaser for ‘Shaun the Sheep’ Feature
The first teaser trailer arrives for Aardman's big screen adaptation of the hugely popular animated series, Shaun the Sheep.
CBeebies Picks up Stop-Motion ‘Hettie Makebelieve’
CBeebies pre-buys 1973 Films’ new animation series Hettie Makebelieve with Union Media appointed to handle the shows international distribution.
In Business, Licensing, Stop-Motion, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: Europe
First-Ever Gumby Fest Attracts Top Stop-Motion Artists
Several top stop-motion animation artists will head to Glendora on June 14 to celebrate Gumby, the world’s original clayboy and pop-culture legend, and stop-motion animation at Gumby Fest 2014.
In Event, Festival, People, Stop-Motion | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: North America
