Animation Workshop – Create the Impossible! Ages 8–12

Maitland Regional Art Gallery
Thu 09 Apr '26

Overview

Step into the world of animation and discover how artists make the impossible come to life! Inspired by the creative works featured in ArtExpress, this workshop invites young artists aged 8–12 to experiment with storytelling, movement, and imagination. Students will learn the basics of stop-motion animation, capturing images frame by frame to create surprising and playful actions — objects that float, drawings that move, or characters that…

Step into the world of animation and discover how artists make the impossible come to life! Inspired by the creative works featured in ArtExpress, this workshop invites young artists aged 8–12 to experiment with storytelling, movement, and imagination.

Students will learn the basics of stop-motion animation, capturing images frame by frame to create surprising and playful actions — objects that float, drawings that move, or characters that magically transform.

BYO device (tablet or phone) and download the free app Stop Motion Studio before the workshop so you're ready to start animating!

No animation experience needed
Fun, creative and experimental
Watch your ideas come to life on screen!

Please indicate on the booking form if you would like to borrow a device. Limited devices

Location

Maitland Regional Art Gallery

230 High Street Maitland NSW 2320 Australia

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Accessibility

Disabled access available, contact operator for details.