Animate & Sip - Stop Motion Workshop

What is animate and sip? ​ Grab a drink, get creative, and discover the magic of stop motion animation! In this relaxed two-hour workshop, you'll sculpt your own clay characters, learn the basics of animation, and leave with your own mini film - no experience needed. It's the perfect creative night out with friends, a place to meet people, a unique date idea, or something different for a hen or stag celebration. ​

Taught by a stop motion animator:

​​​My name is Maraike Kraemer, and I'm a professional stop motion animator with experience working on productions including Wallace & Gromit, Chicken Run and Shaun the Sheep, I'll guide you through the fundamentals before you create your own short animation. No previous experience is needed - just bring your curiosity and creativity. ˙ᵕ˙  ​

What to expect:

​The workshops takes place at the Porto Lounge in Bristol, where a fun environment is guaranteed. You can grab your favourite drink from the bar before settling in for an evening of animation. (drinks not included in ticket price) We'll begin with a simple introduction to the basics of stop motion and the Stop Motion Studio app. Once everyone's feeling confident, you'll start sculpting your own clay characters and creating your animation. If you've animated before, you're welcome to jump straight into making your film.

Need inspiration? I'll have plenty of fun story prompts to get your imagination going but you're free to animate whatever you like!

You will:

  • Sculpt your own clay characters

  • Learn the basics of stop motion animation

  • Create and animate your own ideas

  • Take your finished animation and sculpts home to keep forever

Age restrictions: 8+

Adult (18+) £30

How to get there

Yuup extras

  • Every participant receives a hand-sculpted mini clay character made by Maraike Kraemer

Facilities

  • Toilets

On the day

Please arrive 10 minutes before the start time. Drinks are not included. Every participant will get time to fetch their drinks at the bar.

What to bring:

​- A fully charged phone or tablet - The "Stop Motion Studio" App already downloaded ​ ​ DOWNLOAD THE FREE 'STOP MOTION STUDIO' APP HERE App Store: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/stop-motion-studio/id441651297 Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cateater.stopmotionstudio&hl=en_GB&pli=1

Changes happen, don't worry

How to change dates
Change of plans? You can easily rebook the next available slot up to 14 days before your experience.
How to get a refund
Can't make it? We understand things happen! You can cancel and get a full refund up to 14 days before your experience.
Please note that this refund policy does not apply to gift bookings. You may reschedule your gift if outside the time period stated above. Please note that Yuup gift cards are valid for redemption for 12 months, and if not redeemed by this date, you will get a Yuup credit added to your Yuup account equivalent to the unspent value of the Yuup gift card less a Yuup administration fee of 20%.

You'll be hosted by

Maraike Kraemer (She/Her)

Hi!
I'm Maraike, the owner of Jolly Fox Studio.
As a professional stop-motion animator, I’ve had the pleasure of working on films & series like "Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget", "Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl",  "Shaun the Sheep" Series 7, and "Pokémon Tales: The Misadaventures Of Sirfetch'd & Pichu" at Aardman Animations.

Animation and teaching are my greatest passions, and with Jolly Fox Studio, I’m lucky enough to combine both. My approach to teaching is centered around inclusivity, creating a space where everyone feels comfortable asking questions and learning at their own pace. I believe the best way to learn is through enjoyment, where making mistakes is part of the fun, not something to be afraid of.

At Jolly Fox Studio, I offer a range of workshops, including Kid's Claymation, Animate & sip sessions for a relaxed go at stop motion animation for adults, needle felting, where you can create felted objects and, if you’d like, animate them, as well as stop-motion animation courses for beginners and intermediate animators. My beginner courses are perfect for those new to animation, offering a relaxed, fun introduction. For those who are ready to take their skills to the next level, the intermediate courses provide a deeper dive into industry-level techniques.

I also offer feedback sessions for showreels and am available for talks and interviews.

Let’s create something amazing together!

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