Claymation Animation

Bring your wildest ideas to life with stop-motion animation! 

Curious about animation? This hands-on workshop is the perfect school holiday activity. Using clay, you'll create your own characters, develop your story, and produce your very own short film, while learning the basics of stop-motion animation. It’s a fun blend of art and technology, ideal for curious and creative minds.

What to expect

• Explore the Museum's galleries for inspiration
• Sketch your story with a simple storyboard
• Build and animate clay characters and scenes
• Create and edit your film using animation software
• Share your finished masterpiece with the group before taking it home

Whether it’s your first time animating, or you just love making things, this workshop is perfect for every young artist with a creative spark. 

Bring your imagination, patience, and attention to detail. We’ll provide everything else!

All required materials and technical equipment will be provided. 

What to bring

• 4GB USB so you can take your film home
• Lunch and a water bottle

Drop and Leave Holiday Programs

Drop and leave programs enable children and young people to experience the Museum independently, discover and learn something new in an area of interest and access materials and resources that would not normally be available at home. All programs are managed and monitored by our experienced Learning and Engagement staff.

Don't take our word for it. Here's what some of our past participants had to say: 

"I really liked taking pictures and then getting to see them move.”   Emily 11 years 

"I liked how we got to make our own story and characters."   Mia 10 years

"Really fun!  Making stop motion is really fun!"  Violet  9 years

"Lot's of encouragement, very supportive."  Mylee 11 years

"I liked making the characters and filming."   Liam 10 years

Parent Feedback

What parents are hearing from their children about our programs:

• They had fun and felt supported
• They learned something new and made friends
• They can’t wait to come back!

What parents love about our programs:

• Diverse and engaging activities
• Educational, safe environment
• Friendly, qualified staff
• Convenient and affordable

 National Companion Cards are accepted at WA Museum Boola Bardip. Due to the nature of this workshop, companion card bookings should be made by contacting reception@museum.wa.gov.au