Stop Motion Production
Frame-by-frame animation for your Czech production.
Stop-motion animation brings puppets and objects to life by photographing them frame by frame, with tiny adjustments between exposures. The Czech Republic has arguably the world's deepest puppet animation heritage, shaped by masters like Jiří Trnka, Jan Švankmajer, and Karel Zeman—a tradition still taught at FAMU in Prague and practiced at Czech studios working across features, commercials, and art-film projects.
We connect you with stop-motion specialists, master puppet fabricators, and the stage facilities needed for this demanding craft. Our team coordinates soundstages at Barrandov Studios and Prague-area facilities, Dragonframe-equipped capture rigs, and animators trained in the Czech puppet tradition. Qualifying productions can access the Czech Film Incentive Program's 30% cash rebate.
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 the Czech Republic?
We offer all major stop motion techniques including puppet animation with armature-based characters, claymation, object animation, and mixed media. Czech animators carry forward the Trnka, Švankmajer, and Zeman puppet traditions that defined mid-century European animation.
Can you build puppets and sets locally?
Yes, Czech puppet fabricators are among the most respected in the world. We work with workshops that build professional stop motion puppets with metal armatures, carved wood, silicone and foam bodies, and replacement faces, drawing on centuries of Czech marionette craftsmanship.
How does the Czech cash rebate work for stop motion?
Qualifying productions can access the Czech Film Incentive Program's 30% cash rebate on eligible spend. Czech rates run 30-40% below Western Europe while providing world-class puppet animation craft, making it one of Europe's most cost-effective bases for stop motion production.
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 Prague facilities including UPP and Soundsquare with Dolby Atmos mixing—post houses experienced on major international productions at competitive Czech rates.
Planning Stop Motion?
Tell us about your animation project and we'll bring your vision to life frame by frame.