‘Stop Framing’ Helston

Six week creative media course
Create your own short animation with Tamara Rosenwyn (12+)
6pm-8pm Tuesdays from 21 April

This project is supported by FEAST, part of the Creative Kernow Group, with funding from Arts Council England, Cornwall County Council and South Kerrier Alliance CIC.

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‘Stop Framing’ Helston

Learn to create your own stop-frame animation from scratch — all you need is your phone and your imagination.

What is stop-frame animation?

Stop-frame animation is the art of bringing still objects to life — frame by frame. It takes planning, creativity, patience, and a mix of skills from art, photography, video, music and storytelling. The result? A finished film that’s completely yours, ready to share with the world.

What you’ll get out of it

🎨 Creative skills — Art, storytelling, photography, music and video all woven into one project

📱 Tech skills — Use your own smartphone to shoot and produce your animation

🤝 Teamwork skills — Project planning, team-building, role delegation and time management

💚 Wellbeing — Build focus, self-expression and confidence through hands-on making

Your tutor

🎬 Tamara Rosenwyn — Animator & course leader

Tamara created her first stop-frame animation at age 17 and went on to win Runner Up at the Royal Television Society Awards (Student Category). She’s seen first-hand how animation builds confidence, creativity and real-world skills — and she can’t wait to pass that on.

What to bring

📱 Your smartphone (fully charged!)

♻️ Recycled materials for models and sets — get creative with what you have at home

✅ A commitment to attend all six sessions

Ready to make your first film?

Spaces are limited — book your place at before they go! 🚀

What do I need to know?

• Who is The Basement for?
  The Basement isn’t just another youth centre – it’s the space you asked for, designed by you, built for you. The space is primarily for 13-18 year olds. Your basement. Your rules. Your future starts here.

• I need dropping off in a car. Where?
  The Basement is in Trengrouse Way pay and display car park.

• Do I have to book?
  We have a limited capacity and booking means we can guarantee you a space. You can still turn up on the day and, if we have room, you’ll be able to come in.

• What is access like?
  We have level, step-free access from the car park into the building as well as accessible toilets. If you have additional access needs please contact us on hello@lovehelston.co.uk or drop in.

• Where is The Basement?
  We are in the basement of Helston Gateway (the former Budgens supermarket building) next to The Parade and in Trengrouse Way car park.

• Where can I find out more about The Basement?
  On our website at www.lovehelston.co.uk or by contacting hello@lovehelston.co.uk

• Will you be taking photos and video?
  We often take photos so let everyone you’re booking tickets for know this. These photos, films and recordings may be used at any time in print and online for evaluation, promotion or in connection with other projects. If you would prefer to not be in photos please let staff at The Basement know.