Artist Bio: Ross DeFehr is an Oklahoma City based stop motion animator and ceramic artist. He began animating as a hobby in 2018 and presently works often with the Edmond based Loud Cloud Animation Studio. His work can be seen in ads for clients such as Nickelodeon, Hasbro, Lego, Travel Oklahoma, and the Oklahoma Tobacco Helpline or to breathe life into vibrant and harmonious art.
Class Description:
Introduction To Stop Motion Animation Workshop is aimed at demystifying the stop motion animation process and easing the learning curve for anyone interested in giving it a try, regardless of any previous experience. Over a 2 hour class period, participants will receive an introductory presentation on the basics of stop motion animation and then be invited to create their own animations. Materials will be provided, but participants are encouraged to bring a simple object or two that they’re interested in animating. That could mean a bit of clay, or a small toy, but there will also be an assortment of objects on hand for participants to work with. The goal of the workshop is for participants to gain enough experience and understanding in stop motion animation in order to feel confident in their own ability to continue exploring the art form afterwards.
Class Curriculum:
Introductions
15 - 20 minute presentation on basics of stop motion
Showcase provided crafting materials
Showcase provided puppets and objects for animations
Discuss any objects participants may have brought with them and how they might best be animated.
Set up animation stations and demo Stop Motion Studio app.
Participants spend roughly 90 minutes familiarizing themselves with provided materials and working on their animations.
Price: $25 Class Limit: 5
