How to Make a LEGO Animation

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Go on a video sharing website like Youtube and search for LEGO movies

   (Examples:
   LEGO Star Wars, LEGO Mario, LEGO Batman.etc.)
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   Step 2: to get ideas.

   , Be sure to look through the camera you'll be using, to get a sense of how your video will look.
   
   While you're doing this you can check for unwanted elements that need to be covered up or camouflaged, especially in the background. , As the stock minifigure heads are very static you may want to have a few suitable heads ready to go if you'd like for your actors to be expressive.
   
   If you can't find heads that work you could always paint some yourself. , Use a tripod or similar device to keep the camera still, then take the picture. , It is easiest to move the character about two paces on the platform or about half an inch on the floor.
   
   Continue this until you are done with your movie. , preferably one that can set up to 15fps, It will give the best results. ,,,
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   Step 3: Make sure you have all of your materials.

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   Step 4: Build and stage your set

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   Step 5: this could be 100% Lego

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   Step 6: a real world scene or a combination of the two.

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   Step 7: Next get the Lego minifigure actors ready.

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   Step 8: Position the starting scene of your movie and your camera keeping in mind that it is imperative that the camera be immobilized; otherwise your finished video will be jerky.

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   Step 9: Now it is time to move the actors in your scene

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    Step 10: but just a little bit.

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    Step 11: Use any stop motion application on your computer that can make variable fps time settings.

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    Step 12: Go on iMovie

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    Step 13: Windows Movie Maker or another movie making program and import your photos.

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    Step 14: Delete any extra photos and put them in the correct order.

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    Step 15: Watch your movie using the sideshow setting.

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