06 Stop Motion Animation - With Drew Roper from Yamination Studios

In this episode we talk to a stop-motion animator who gives us an insight into his world... frame.... by.... frame.... including the perils of mixing 2D and stop-motion animation together.

We take a look at why stop-motion is cheaper than you think to produce, and even tips on how to do it yourself. Here's a clue.... you have to be patient!

We also learn what beeswax is used for, and what it was like working with a trippy biscuit boy called Barry.

Drew Roper founded Yamination Studios in Birmingham in the UK five years ago. Working with a variety of mediums - but primarily stop-motion animation - Drew and his studio team have worked on productions for the likes of Cravendale and Coca-Cola - and most recently an animated ident for Roald Dahl’s 'The Twits' Birthday, as well as production work for Walt Disney.

Yamination's new innovative short film 'At-issue' premiered on Sky Arts in 2016, and showcased blending three different animation techniques together in a unique way.

I caught up with Drew at his Birmingham studio....

MORE INFORMATION:

For more information on this episode, and to view accompanying images and videos, visit the episode web page at: https://www.slinkyproductions.co.uk/backlight/06-stop-motion-animation-drew-roper

You can visit Yamination Studios at: http://yamination.com

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