Types of Stop Motion
Here are some samples of your options for stop motion & gif creation with us!
It’s all dependent on what you’re trying to accomplish! Are you looking for a dynamic image that captures attention or are you just looking for a simple way to show your product in different settings?
Lighting Effects
This set up involves showcasing your product with no motion, but lighting effects are used to create intrigue in the image. This can be color changes to the lighting or even the wave of a shadow or spotlight passing through.
Dancing Product
Give your product a new look by having it dance around the frame in an eye-catching way! Whether that’s being tossed in the air, or just doing a little wiggle this can bring some fun to your imagery.
Spinning Motion
Want some fun but a dance is too much? Have it spin around the scene!
Illustration
We can make you a custom illustration that ties into your product or brand that comes to life as we animate!
Text or Graphics
Add a graphic or moving text to bring your still images to life!
Product Stack
Capture your audiences attention with some simple gif animation that showcases your product on its own.
Swipe
Swipe through images to show your entire collection!
Appearing Objects
Frame your product with related imagery that appears from nowhere, or add objects into a scene to show an entire collection.
Abstract Concepts
Create something totally different from the competition using a photo still and animating it with an abstract idea!
Prop Explosion
Animate the props around your product to showcase how it’s made in a playful way.
Photo Composite
Make a fun scene your images sit in and use the stills taken to tell a fun story!
Moving Background
Your product sits still while the scene around it changes… change the color, see the sun set, clouds go by, etc.
Magic Snap
The scene changes in a snap!
Complex Animation
Mix different styles above to create a scene that magically animates. We can bring your wildest ideas to life!
A simple stop motion (AKA GIF) is typically 5 frames or less and either loops or boomerangs. A complex stop motion can have up to 30 frames! The motion is much smoother and more intriguing so you can tell more of a story with the image.
Tell a complicated story or several simple stories It’s up to you!
