Does your student want to make a Lego movie?  Make your own movie is a fun, 30-week, hands-on, hour-and-a-half class using step-by-step stop-motion animation technology and Lego bricks/minifigs.  Your student will learn how to make minifigs walk, jump, and even fly!  The 12 principles of animation, basic storytelling, lighting, music, special effects, and scenery techniques will also be demonstrated. Some Lego minifigs will be supplied, and students are encouraged to bring their own (sanitized). Previous stop-motion experience is not necessary.

Materials needed:

• Apple or Android smartphone (preferred), tablet is ok

• Animation software (Stop Motion Studio - $5)

• Minifigs from home (sanitized)

• Tripod for home use (can be made of Lego)

• Baseplate for home use (at least 14x14)

Class Homework: Weekly homework will be assigned to review lessons from class. Semester projects include comedy and action shorts, movie trailers, and music videos. Extra credit is available.

Thursday

Time: 2:35 – 4:05
Grades: 4-12
Class Fee: $375
Supply Fee: $100
Tutor: David Pickett