Mondays, 4:30pm-5:30pm
February 22nd- May 17th (No class on 3/15) ~ 12 week class
Ages 7-11
$265/child
Instructor: Nora Graven
Step into the magical world of stop motion animation, where imagination comes to life one frame at a time! In this hands-on class, young artists will work together to dream up, design, and create their very own animated short film with animator, Nora Graven. From fantastical landscapes and quirky characters to miniature movie sets and imaginative storylines, students will explore the creative process of bringing an original story to the screen.
Using a wide variety of art materials—including clay, cardboard, fabric, paper, paint, recycled materials, and mixed media—students will build three-dimensional characters, props, and miniature sets that become the backdrop for their animated adventure. Along the way, they'll learn the fundamentals of stop motion animation, experimenting with movement, lighting, camera angles, and storytelling to bring their creations to life.
Throughout the session, students will collaborate on one class film, taking part in every step of the filmmaking process—from brainstorming and storyboarding to set construction, character design, animation, and sound effects. Each student will contribute their own creative ideas and artistic talents to a shared story.
The session concludes with a special Family Film Premiere, where students will debut their finished stop motion animation and celebrate their creativity, teamwork, and artistic accomplishments!
Students will explore:
Stop motion animation and filmmaking techniques
Sculpture, clay, and mixed media construction
Character design, miniature sets, and world building
Storyboarding and visual storytelling
Camera angles, lighting, movement, and sound
Creative problem-solving, collaboration, and teamwork
No experience is necessary—just bring your imagination and get ready to make some movie magic!