Stop Motion Armature Machining

Author : Tom Brierton
Publisher : McFarland
ISBN 13 : 9780786486632
Total Pages : 111 pages
Book Rating : 4.35/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Stop-Motion Armature Machining written by Tom Brierton and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2015-09-16 with total page 111 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Stop-motion puppet animation is one of the most unusual and demanding art forms in the world. It uses a variety of skills, including design, sculpting, metal work, mold making and casting, taxidermy, filmmaking, storytelling and acting, and can be seen in the simplest commercial spots on television to more complex animated shorts and science fiction and fantasy feature films. This work, with over 200 photographs and illustrations, demonstrates the construction of armatures for film industry stop-motion puppets and the technical aspects of how to machine metal into the desired shape. It describes in detail the milling machine and the metal lathe, the two main tools used in constructing the armature, other cutting tools, and how the anatomical makeup of the puppet determines the armature design. The book then examines the six main types of joints used in armature construction: the sandwich plate ball-and-socket joint, the ball-and-socket collet joint, the step-block ball-and-socket joint, the swivel joint, the hinge joint, and the universal joint. Also described are the different types of metals used in armature construction.

Author : Tom Brierton
Publisher : McFarland
ISBN 13 : 0786489537
Total Pages : 86 pages
Book Rating : 4.34/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Stop-Motion Puppet Sculpting written by Tom Brierton and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2015-01-27 with total page 86 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Stop-motion puppet animation is one of the most unusual and demanding art forms in the world. It uses a variety of skills, including design, sculpting, metal work, mold making and casting, taxidermy, filmmaking, storytelling and acting, and can be seen in the simplest commercial spots on television to more complex animated shorts and science fiction and fantasy feature films. This work explains research and design of puppets, and details the fabrication of stop-motion puppets around a metal armature skeleton using the build up and foam injection processes. The former technique uses pre-cut blocks of foam formed with a pair of scissors or other instrument into the shape desired and attaching them to the armature. In the latter technique, the character is sculpted in clay over the armature. This clay sculpture is then replaced with foam by using a plaster mold and injection gun techniques. Finishing techniques described include the making of hair, eyes, eyelids, teeth, horns, nails, and chitinous (insect-shell-like) surfaces. The manual also covers the process of creating replacement heads using rubber molds (such as RTV) and urethane castings. A glossary and bibliography complete the extensively illustrated work.

Author : Tom Brierton
Publisher : McFarland
ISBN 13 : 078649008X
Total Pages : 112 pages
Book Rating : 4.80/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Stop-Motion Filming and Performance written by Tom Brierton and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2011-10-27 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Stop-motion animation has long been perceived as a technical practice rather than a creative, demanding art. Though stop-motion requires considerable technical knowledge, it also involves aesthetics and artistry that go beyond the technician’s realm. Just as important as puppet mechanics are lighting, filters, lenses, camera angle and placement, and dramatic pose and movement. This manual is a complete guide to the aesthetics of stop-motion animation. Information is organized in an intuitive, easy-to-use structure, following the order an animator uses in setting up and then executing a scene. The first half concentrates on the aesthetics of lighting and cameras, a primary concern in any shot, with details of camera placement, various lenses and myriad lighting techniques. The second half deals with the process of performance art, an oft-overlooked aspect of stop-motion animation. Included is a commentary on body language, facial expression, gesture, movement and emotion—key concepts that are exemplified through the acting process. The work also offers an introduction to narrative form and a glossary of related terms.

Author : Ken A. Priebe
Publisher : Cengage Learning Ptr
ISBN 13 : 9781435456136
Total Pages : 329 pages
Book Rating : 4.30/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Advanced Art of Stop-motion Animation written by Ken A. Priebe and published by Cengage Learning Ptr. This book was released on 2010 with total page 329 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Take an in-depth look at the art and techniques of stop-motion animation. The Advanced Art of Stop-Motion Animation helps experienced stop-motion artists enhance their craft by exploring the professional methods and advanced technology used by top film studios today. This book features expanded coverage of the basic principles of animation, including specific applications for character performance and visual effect compositing techniques. All the newest technology is touched on, including detailed information on camera rigs, effects, and shooting stop-motion in stereoscopic 3D. Discover new puppet building techniques, including the technology behind the rapid prototyping of computer models for stop-motion production. You'll even find a thorough history of early feature-length stop-motion films. The practical techniques and skills presented are enhanced by interviews with many of the most celebrated stop-motion artists as well as coverage of the work of several artists working in the online stop-motion community. Whether your focus is low-budget indie filmmaking or big studio productions, The Advanced Art of Stop-Motion Animation provides a comprehensive look at both the latest methods and the artists who are driving the revival of stop-motion animation.

Author : Rajender Singh
Publisher : New Age International
ISBN 13 : 8122418465
Total Pages : 19 pages
Book Rating : 4.60/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Introduction to Basic Manufacturing Processes and Workshop Technology written by Rajender Singh and published by New Age International. This book was released on 2006-12 with total page 19 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Manufacturing and workshop practices have become important in the industrial environment to produce products for the service of mankind. The basic need is to provide theoretical and practical knowledge of manufacturing processes and workshop technology to all the engineering students. This book covers most of the syllabus of manufacturing processes/technology, workshop technology and workshop practices for engineering (diploma and degree) classes prescribed by different universities and state technical boards.

Author : Peter Lord
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780500281680
Total Pages : 192 pages
Book Rating : 4.88/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Cracking Animation written by Peter Lord and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.

Author : H. N. Gupta
Publisher : New Age International
ISBN 13 : 8122427359
Total Pages : 13 pages
Book Rating : 4.56/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Manufacturing Processes written by H. N. Gupta and published by New Age International. This book was released on 2012-09 with total page 13 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Effective from 2008-09 session, U.P.T.U. has introduced the subject of manufacturing processes for first year engineering students of all streams. This textbook covers the entire course material in a distilled form.

Author : Hugh Jack
Publisher : Lulu.com
ISBN 13 : 0557344255
Total Pages : 646 pages
Book Rating : 4.53/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Automating Manufacturing Systems with Plcs written by Hugh Jack and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2009-08-27 with total page 646 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An in depth examination of manufacturing control systems using structured design methods. Topics include ladder logic and other IEC 61131 standards, wiring, communication, analog IO, structured programming, and communications.Allen Bradley PLCs are used extensively through the book, but the formal design methods are applicable to most other PLC brands.A full version of the book and other materials are available on-line at http://engineeronadisk.com

Author : Franklin D. Jones
Publisher : Industrial Press Inc.
ISBN 13 : 9780831110307
Total Pages : 550 pages
Book Rating : 4.09/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Ingenious Mechanisms for Designers and Inventors ... written by Franklin D. Jones and published by Industrial Press Inc.. This book was released on 1930 with total page 550 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ''Many contributors have submitted for publication in Machinery's columns most of the mechanical movements described.''.

Author : Christopher Walsh
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1350031623
Total Pages : 401 pages
Book Rating : 4.23/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Stop Motion Filmmaking written by Christopher Walsh and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2019-02-21 with total page 401 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Based on a world-class curriculum and cutting-edge industry practices, Stop Motion Filmmaking offers step-by-step instruction in everything from puppet making and studio set-up to animation and filmmaking. Reflecting exciting advancements in the medium, animator and educator Christopher Walsh focuses closely on digital filmmaking techniques, and offers specific instruction for creating 3D designed and printed puppet components as well as hand-crafted elements. The book is enriched by exclusive online content in the form of detailed tutorials and examples, and by dynamic sidebars and inserts. Further accented by interviews with leading professionals from both the independent and major studio worlds, Stop Motion Filmmaking is designed for dedicated students of the art form, and provides invaluable training for any serious artist who is driven to bring frame-by-frame worlds to life through puppet animation.