This is the expanded and definitive edition of iCracking Animationi the smash hit guide to the history and processes behind stopmotion animation This book invites you to marvel at the multiOscarwinning artistry inventiveness and distinctive warmth of Aardman Animations masterpieces including iWallace Gromit Chicken Runi and iShaun the Sheepi immerse yourself in the following neverbeforeseen materialbrbr The Aardman Showcase a brand new chapter offering exclusive interviews with the producer and director of Aardmans latest blockbuster iShaun the Sheep the Movieibrbr Making a Film a special segment giving you unprecedented behindthescenes insight into the making of iThe Pirates In an Adventure with Scientistsibrbr A revised chapter on CGI technology that explores and celebrates the very latest uptotheminute developments in the fieldbrbriCracking Animationi is an indispensable guide to the process of 3D animation It is packed with practical fully illustrated and stepbystep descriptions of all the elements involved This is quite simply the best publication on stopmotion animation not only cracking good fun for fans of Aardman but also a mustread for anyone with an interest in animated film