Here’s a great hybrid animation piece that combines stop-motion photography and 2D motion graphics, created by Max Moertl. This work proves the value of keeping things simple and focusing on one technique and doing all that you can with it, rather than trying to throw a lot of bells and whistles at a project. Also definitely worth checking out the “making of” video!
I thought this Google Chrome series from Motionographer was kind of cool. A completely manual / retro way to create composite effects, using nothing but a studio and a camera. And some funky harp music. Just goes to show that the idea is often more powerful than mere effects or technology.
