Unlike the zoetrope which has a never ending cyclical format, the flipbook has a beginning, middle and end. Each drawing of the flipbook will differ just a little from the previous frame. Index cards are semi-transparent, allowing a visual reference of the previous frames for small, incrementally drawn changes from frame to frame. Examples that include drawn and photographic flipbooks from personal collection on view. The other project on black 16mm motion picture film.
Students draw on clear films with fine point permanent markers made for drawing on film.
The physical length of 16mm motion picture film is 40 frames per foot. This freeform project will be projected at the end of the day. Timing and rhythm are covered in the workshop, dealing with the essential nature of film and the process of projection. The fluid quality of sand above a lightbox creates a high contrast sillhouette. Draw with sand, working with light and shadow, silhouettes defining images.