A unique guide to the history and techniques of 3-D animation from Aardman Animations, the creator of Wallace and Gromit and the winner of three Oscars.

Aardman and 3-D animation -- The creative and technical processes -- Basic needs -- Simple animation -- Models and model-making -- Techniques of animation and performance -- Additional techniques and special effects -- Filmmaking and post-production -- Sources of information -- Sources of equipment -- Videography of 3-D animation -- Filmography of Aardman.