The LEGO Animation Book : Make Your Own LEGO Movies! Have you ever wondered what your toys would look like on the big screen? In The LEGO Animation Book you'll learn how to bring your LEGO creations to life with the art of stop-motion animation. Before you know it, you'll be making your minifigs walk, talk, jump, and fly! Inside you'll find: A step-by-step guide for making your first animation Techniques for creating special effects like explosions and flying minifigures Acting methods for your minifigs - learn how to convey action and emotion The secret formula for bringing inanimate objects to life Tips and tricks for designing sets - make three buildings look like an entire city! Advice for dealing with practical problems like lighting, framing, and capturing consistent photos Building ideas for LEGO-based camera dollies and rigs Instructions and inspiration on the filming process, from storyboarding to post-production Recommendations for cameras, software, and other essential animation tools Dive into the world of animation and discover a whole new way to play!