From LAIKA, the studio behind one of my favourite films, Coraline, comes another
stop-motion animation marvel, ParaNorman.
This book features the detailed
artwork that went into the film's creation, from character sketches and
concept art to puppets, textiles, set dressing, and 3-D printed facial
models.
The Art and Making of ParaNorman feels like a studio tour as Jed Alger charts the progression of the film's production.
We start with the introductions from LAIKA President & CEO (as well as being ParaNorman's producer and Lead Animator) Travis Knight and from the film's director's Chris Butler and Sam Fell. Then it's on with the tour, with a look at the different stages starting with 'Welcome To LAIKA' then onto the creation from original idea to physical puppet, building the puppets, the sets, the special effects and meeting the people behind the curtains.
It's a really interesting look at the process of what goes into making a film, even more so with stop-animation, because of how much detail is put into the production. And another welcome addition to my library of movie art books.
Definitely recommended.
**** out of 5
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