Stop Motion Production
Frame-by-frame animation for your Brazilian production.
Stop-motion animation brings puppets and objects to life by photographing them frame by frame, with tiny adjustments between exposures. Brazil has a vibrant animation tradition—from São Paulo's auteur short-form scene to feature animation coming out of studios connected to Estúdios Globo—and a craft community rooted in the country's longstanding art-school and illustration culture.
We connect you with stop-motion specialists, puppet fabricators, and the stage facilities needed for this demanding craft. Our team coordinates soundstages at Estúdios Quanta and BigBox in São Paulo or Projac in Rio, Dragonframe-equipped capture rigs, and experienced animators. Qualifying projects can access the ANCINE-administered Audiovisual Sectoral Fund and regional cash rebates of up to 30%.
Capabilities
Stop Motion Services
Complete stop motion animation from concept to final delivery.
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Animation Types
- Puppet animation
- Claymation
- Object animation
- Cut-out animation
- Mixed media
All Techniques
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Production
- Set construction
- Puppet fabrication
- Rigging systems
- Motion control
- Capture software
Full Service
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Technical
- Dragonframe capture
- Consistent lighting
- Focus control
- Camera motion
- Miniature effects
Expert Setup
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Creative
- Character design
- Set design
- Storyboarding
- Animation direction
- Post-production
End-to-End
Handcrafted Animation
Capabilities
Our Process
Pre-Production
Storyboarding, character design, and planning the technical approach for your animation.
Fabrication
Building puppets, sets, and props with the craftsmanship stop motion requires.
Animation
Frame-by-frame capture with professional animators bringing characters to life.
Post-Production
Compositing, rig removal, color grading, and sound design for the final piece.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What stop motion techniques do you offer in Brazil?
We offer all major stop motion techniques including puppet animation with armature-based characters, claymation, object animation, and mixed media. Brazilian animators bring experience from the country's strong feature animation, advertising, and art-school traditions.
Can you build puppets and sets locally?
Yes, we work with skilled Brazilian fabricators in São Paulo and Rio who build professional stop motion puppets with metal armatures, silicone or foam bodies, and replacement faces. Sets are built at local studio stages with the craftsmanship Brazilian animation productions are known for.
How do ANCINE and incentives work for stop motion projects?
Foreign productions typically partner with a Brazilian production company and register with ANCINE. Qualifying projects can access the Audiovisual Sectoral Fund (FSA) and regional cash rebates (Rio up to 30%, São Paulo 20-30%) plus federal tax incentives under Law 8,685/93.
How long does stop motion production take?
Stop motion is time-intensive—typically 1-5 seconds of finished animation per day depending on complexity. A 30-second commercial might take several weeks of animation, plus pre-production and post.
Can you do motion control for stop motion?
Yes, we can integrate motion control rigs for camera movement, allowing smooth dollies, pans, and crane moves while maintaining frame-by-frame animation. This creates dynamic shots impossible with static cameras.
What about post-production for stop motion?
Post-production includes rig removal, compositing, and color grading at Brazilian facilities including O2 Filmes, Estúdios Quanta, and Casablanca—post houses experienced in international features and commercials.
Planning Stop Motion?
Tell us about your animation project and we'll bring your vision to life frame by frame.