Make Your Own Movies With Merlin, Animation Techniques

S1 E1 • 4m • HDPG

Merlin explains what animation actually is, and shows you how to get started with your own short film by coming up with a simple idea for a story.

S1 E2 • 5m • HDPG

Merlin demonstrates how to create a simple set for your film and fill it with props that can be easily found at home.

S1 E3 • 6m • HDPG

Merlin shares some great ideas for using everyday objects as the main characters in your animation.

S1 E4 • 5m • HDPG

Merlin explains how to set up your camera and lights so you are ready to start animating.

S1 E5 • 7m • HDPG

Merlin shows how easy it is to animate and shares some top tips about how to move your characters.

S1 E6 • 9m • HDPG

Merlin explains how to finish your animation by editing it, adding some sound, and creating titles and credits.

S1 E7 • 9m • HDPG

Merlin shows you how to make your very own Morph out of modelling clay.

S1 E8 • 4m • HDPG

Merlin works with some young animators who are making their first ever short films.