Cartoons first emerged in the 19th century, a few years earlier than movies. Even before the birth of the cartoon, people had already tried various techniques to make images move. Moving images, after all, unlock the potential to tell new stories in more lifelike ways.

In this activity, children will discover the basic techniques used in cartoon-making. They will be taught to create their own cartoons frame by frame.

UCCA Touching Art History Series

Art has existed since the birth of humanity, in forms including architecture, sculpture, painting, calligraphy and seal carving. Many different artists, works, theoretical movements, and genres make up the thing we call art. Through the UCCA Touching Art History Series, we will be introducing some of the wonders of the history of art to children.

Reservations required.

Note:

* Recommended for children aged 5-9.

* All materials provided.

* From Tuesday to Friday 11:00-18:00 please call +86 10 57800200 to book. Please note that you can only book 1 seat at a time.

Members can also book by calling +86 10 57800291 or by sending an email to: members@ucca.org.cn.

* Doors close 15 minutes after event begins. No late entry.

Stéphane Maggiacomo graduated from the Sorbonne with a Master’s in Art History. His studies include history, Egyptology, art history, the history of photography and contemporary art. After completing his arts education, Maggiacomo started teaching himself how to make handicrafts, inspired by the love and enthusiasm that children have for art. He has worked in libraries for over five years, giving him unique insight into children’s art books.

Hou Wei holds two Master’s degrees in photography and audiovisual production from the University of Vincennes in Saint-Denis in Paris. He has worked at various art institutions including the Cartier Contemporary Art Foundation and the Paris Jeu de Paume Museum, where he worked in public programs. His photographic work has been exhibited in galleries and festivals across China and France. His work focuses mainly on children and cross-cultural issues.