Kids's Stop Motion Animation Workshop Ages 8-13

A fun workshop for children to sculpt their own clay characters and animate them using stop-motion.



8+ years & Adults     2 hours Class size 1 to 6 guests

  £10 - £15 (Earlybird price of £10 applies if you book into a public session 7+ days ahead, otherwise £15 per guest when you book for 1 guest, £10/guest for 2+ guests)
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Create. Animate. Imagine.
Give your child the chance to discover the magic of stop motion animation this summer.
In this fun, 2-hour-long, hands-on workshop, they'll sculpt their own clay characters and bring their creation to life one frame at a time with the magic of stop motion animation. By the end of the session, they'll leave with their very own animated short film to keep and share with family and friends.
Taught by a professional stop motion animator:
The workshops are led by Maraike Kraemer, a professional stop motion animator whose work includes productions such as Chicken Run, Wallace & Gromit, and Shaun the Sheep. Through Jolly Fox Studio, Maraike loves inspiring the next generation of animators by sharing the creativity and joy of claymation.
Designed for children aged 8–13, the workshops are welcoming, relaxed, and suitable for complete beginners. Workshops are organised into age-appropriate groups to ensure every child enjoys an engaging and supportive experience.
Whether your child already loves animation or simply enjoys making, building, and creating, they'll be guided every step of the way in a friendly, encouraging environment where imagination comes first.

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Upcoming dates for Kids's Stop Motion Animation Workshop Ages 8-13

Times are London time. Dates and prices as of 8 Oct 2026, 5:35pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

2 upcoming dates between 17 Oct 2026 and 24 Oct 2026.

  • Sat 17 Oct 2026, 2pm-4pm (Bristol)
  • Sat 24 Oct 2026, 10am-12pm (Chepstow)
What you'll get
  • Sculpt their own clay character
  • Learn the basics of stop-motion animation
  • Create and animate their own short film
  • Take their finished animation and sculpts home to share with family and friends
No previous experience is needed. Just curiosity, creativity, and a willingness to have fun. Places are limited to keep group sizes small and ensure every child receives plenty of individual guidance.
Knowledge required
No skills or knowledge are required - perfect for beginners.
What to bring
  • A fully charged phone or tablet
  • The "Stop Motion Studio" app already downloaded (turquoise app with white camera)
  • A drink for your child
Everything else will be provided by Jolly Fox Studio. These are drop-off workshops, but parents are also welcome to stay if preferred.
Suitable for

Suitable for adults, and kids (minimum 8 years old).

Adult accompaniment is not required.

This experience would also be a fun gift for her, gift for mum, Xmas gift or gift for couples.

Location

Unity Studios BS2, Barton Manor, Bristol and Chepstow Art Space, Upper Nelson St, Chepstow (varies by date; click the date selector to see details)

Kids's Stop Motion Animation Workshop Ages 8-13 location
More info

This class is new, and is covered by ClassBento's money-back guarantee.

Your teacher

Jolly Fox Studio
Jolly Fox Studio

female Women-owned

Hi, my name is Maraike Kraemer.
As a professional stop-motion animator, I’ve had the pleasure of working on films & series like "Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget", "Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl", "Shaun the Sheep" Series 7, and "Pokémon Tales: The Misadaventures Of Sirfetch'd & Pichu" at Aardman Animations.
Animation and teaching are my greatest passions, and with my own studio ‘Jolly Fox Studio’, I’m lucky enough to combine both. My approach to teaching is centered around inclusivity, creating a space where everyone feels comfortable asking questions and learning at their own pace. I believe the best way to learn is through enjoyment, where making mistakes is part of the fun, not something to be afraid of.
At Jolly Fox Studio, I offer a range of workshops, including Kid's Claymation, Animate & sip sessions for a relaxed go at stop motion animation for adults, needle felting, where you can create felted objects and, if you’d like, animate them, as well as stop-motion animation courses for beginners and intermediate animators. My beginner courses are perfect for those new to animation, offering a relaxed, fun introduction. For those who are ready to take their skills to the next level, the intermediate courses provide a deeper dive into industry-level techniques.
I also offer feedback sessions for showreels and am available for talks and interviews.
Let’s create something amazing together!

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