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'To say this book is a perfect companion for anyone interested in stop-motion at any level is a tremendous understatement ... As someone who has previously been a teacher in the medium, I am very excited to find a book that would make for a perfect textbook should I ever teach again.'

Mark Osborne, Animation World Network, June 2010

'If you are interested in stop-motion character animation - past, present or future - then Barry Purves's book is for you ... A good basic textbook for any student of the art form, and a great read for those of us who simply enjoy watching it.'

Jerry Beck, Cartoon Brew, June 2010

'Barry has managed to condense three decades of his creative passion and knowledge into 200 pages. He constantly references other films and auteurs worth researching and gives a clear glossary of terms useful throughout the creative industries. 5 stars from me!'

Garance Rawinski, Leeds Metropolitan University, UK

'This new book is filled with everything that all other stop motion books are missing ... this is the must-have book for the stop motion animator ... It's with high marks that we recommend this book to anyone with the love and passion for such a truly beautiful art form.'

Pike Baker, Stop Motion Magazine, April 2010

'The inclusion of the ethics pages at the back is brilliant.'

Daniel Groscha, Nicolet College, USA

'This book provides an in depth commentary on the evolution of stop-motion reviewing some of the techniques involved, as well as masters of the genre.'

Stephen Howard, Cornwall College, UK

'A very comprehensive introduction to stop-motion animation.  The still images are beautiful and greatly add to the information presented. I particularly like the photos in which scale is evident ... I also enjoyed the short “tips” sections throughout.'

Kyja Kristjansson-Nelson, Minnesota State University Moorhead, USA

'Really cute book that introduces a complex subject in a very accessible format.'

Christine Dehne, Manhattanville, USA

'An excellent book, written by someone with superlative credentials and absolute passion for his subject. Full of beautiful illustrations and easy to follow. Ideal as an introductory read but also invaluable to all animators.'

Ros Allen, University of Sunderland, UK

'A huge fan of Barry Purves’s work, this book offers insight into the unique methods and processes of Stop-Motion animation.  Purves shares his extensive experience and knowledge using this particular medium in communicating ideas ... this book is a valuable contribution to anyone wishing to pursue a career in Stop-Motion animation.'

Matthew Gravelle, University of Wales, UK