--- product_id: 262278691 title: "THAMES & HUDSON LTD Cracking Animation: The Aardman Book of 3-D Animation" price: "B/.123" currency: PAB in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/262278691-thames-and-hudson-ltd-cracking-animation-the-aardman-book-3 store_origin: PA region: Panama --- # 2 new chapters on major Aardman productions 272 pages of expert insights UK-published authoritative edition THAMES & HUDSON LTD Cracking Animation: The Aardman Book of 3-D Animation **Price:** B/.123 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎥 Unlock the magic behind Aardman’s iconic animations — your backstage pass to stop-motion mastery! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** THAMES & HUDSON LTD Cracking Animation: The Aardman Book of 3-D Animation - **How much does it cost?** B/.123 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.pa](https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/262278691-thames-and-hudson-ltd-cracking-animation-the-aardman-book-3) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Trusted & Celebrated:** Highly rated with 4.8 stars from 110 reviews, a must-have for serious animation aficionados. - • **Updated & Expanded Content:** Fourth edition with fresh chapters reflecting the latest in animation teamwork and techniques. - • **Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Access:** Dive deep into the making of Shaun the Sheep Movie and The Pirates! In an Adventure with Scientists! - • **Masterclass in Stop-Motion Animation:** Step-by-step, fully illustrated guide from Aardman’s legendary creators. - • **Essential for Creatives & Professionals:** Perfect for animation students, enthusiasts, and anyone aiming to craft their own animated film. ## Overview Cracking Animation: The Aardman Book of 3-D Animation is a 272-page paperback published by Thames & Hudson in 2015. Authored by Peter Lord and Brian Sibley, this fourth edition offers an in-depth, illustrated exploration of Aardman Animations’ stop-motion techniques, including exclusive new chapters on recent feature films. It’s a definitive resource for animation students, professionals, and fans eager to learn the craft behind beloved classics like Wallace and Gromit. ## Description Aardman Animations are, unquestionably, one of the biggest success stories in animated films: their masterpieces include Wallace and Gromit, Chicken Run and Shaun the Sheep, as well as much-loved characters such as Morph. Cracking Animation is entertaining, inspiring and essential reading for all Aardman enthusiasts, students of animation or anyone who wants to try making an animated film. This revised edition includes two new chapters. Chapter 7 looks in depth at the development and teamwork involved in a major animated film or television production, using The Pirates! In an Adventure with Scientists! as an exemplar, and Chapter 8 presents exclusive behind-the-scenes insights into the making of Aardman’s most recent feature film, Shaun the Sheep the Movie. Packed with practical, fully illustrated and step-by-step descriptions of all the elements involved, this is quite simply the best publication on stop-motion animation. Review: Book is not in new condition - Actual book is great and very informative but I was given a damaged copy with creases on the cover and spine. Given the way the book was packed, I don’t think the damage occurred during shipping but was already damaged 😤 Would be nice to be partially refunded for buying a damaged copy. Review: Hermoso y recomendable - Un libro maravilloso, simplemente genial, es muy útil para quienes les gusta la animación y se estan iniciando ## Features - Genre: Architecture & Arts - Author: Peter Lord and Brian Sibley - Format: Paperback - Book Language: English - Book Origin: United Kingdom - Publisher: Thames & Hudson - Publication Year: 2015 - ISBN: 9780500291993 - Edition: Fourth Edition - Number of Pages: 272 ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #232,772 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #237 in Animation Graphic Design #247 in Digital Art #333 in Art of Film & Video | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 110 Reviews | ## Images ![THAMES & HUDSON LTD Cracking Animation: The Aardman Book of 3-D Animation - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71ma+kuq5rL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐ Book is not in new condition *by A***V on 9 December 2024* Actual book is great and very informative but I was given a damaged copy with creases on the cover and spine. Given the way the book was packed, I don’t think the damage occurred during shipping but was already damaged 😤 Would be nice to be partially refunded for buying a damaged copy. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hermoso y recomendable *by D***N on 6 December 2025* Un libro maravilloso, simplemente genial, es muy útil para quienes les gusta la animación y se estan iniciando ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Cracking Animation *by R***N on 21 January 2020* Excellent resource for animation studen. ## Frequently Bought Together - Cracking Animation: The Aardman Book of 3-D Animation - The Art of Aardman: The Makers of Wallace & Gromit, Chicken Run, and More (Wallace and Gromit Book, Claymation Books, Books for Movie Lovers) - A Grand Success!: The Aardman Journey, One Frame at a Time --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/262278691-thames-and-hudson-ltd-cracking-animation-the-aardman-book-3](https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/262278691-thames-and-hudson-ltd-cracking-animation-the-aardman-book-3) --- *Product available on Desertcart Panama* *Store origin: PA* *Last updated: 2026-11-05*