Stop Motion & Claymation Studio in Paris

Where Material Comes to Life

At Troublemakers, stop motion is all about time, gestures and patience. It is a way of filming materials and allowing them to have a tangible presence on screen. Every stop motion advertising film we produce is conceived as a handcrafted piece, where texture, light and frame-by-frame movement are as much a part of the storytelling as the narrative itself.

Based in Paris, Troublemakers is a studio specialising in the creation of stop motion and claymation advertising films. We work with brands and agencies to produce tactile, organic films with a poetic and deeply human quality.

Stop Motion, a Rare and Distinctive Visual Language

Stop motion, or frame-by-frame animation, brings real objects to life by photographing each tiny movement. Unlike 2D or 3D animation, everything exists physically: sets, puppets, materials and light. Nothing is simulated; everything is filmed.

This tangible presence is what gives stop motion films their warmth and distinctive character. An imperfect, living and sensitive aesthetic. A technique that has stood the test of time and continues to leave a lasting impression on audiences, precisely because it escapes the standardisation of digital imagery.

At Troublemakers, stop motion is never merely decorative: we choose it when a project calls for a direct connection to material, gesture and reality.

Troublemakers’ Stop Motion Expertise

Our Paris studio brings together directors, animators and craftspeople specialising in stop motion and claymation. We design and produce high-end frame-by-frame advertising films, overseeing every stage of production, from set construction to studio shooting.

Puppets, objects and sets are handcrafted by specialist makers. Lighting is treated with the same care as on a live-action film set. Animation is created frame by frame, with meticulous attention to rhythm, movement and expressiveness.

We also incorporate digital tools and compositing when required, creating hybrid visuals that preserve the handcrafted spirit of stop motion while expanding its creative possibilities.

Every stop motion film produced by Troublemakers is a unique piece, custom-designed around the brand and its story.

Why Choose Stop Motion for an Advertising Film?

Stop motion is a rare technique, ideal for brands looking for authenticity and emotion. Its organic quality creates an immediate connection with the viewer, while its timeless aesthetic translates across platforms and generations without losing its impact.

In advertising, stop motion offers a way to stand apart from standardised digital productions. It captures attention, creates a sense of intimacy and establishes a memorable visual signature, whether on television, social media or editorial formats.

The Stop Motion Film Production Process

Creating a stop motion film is a highly meticulous craft. Every stage is essential and contributes to the overall coherence of the finished film.

The project begins with visual development and storytelling. Creative direction, rhythm, shot breakdowns and storyboards establish the foundations of the narrative and visual approach.

Then come the puppets, objects and set pieces: modelling, sculpting, props and textures. Everything is handcrafted, in constant dialogue with the art direction.

The film is shot on a studio set, frame by frame. Camera, lighting, rigging and animation are carefully adjusted for every shot. Post-production then brings everything together through compositing, colour grading, sound and music.

This slow and precise process results in a stop motion film with a sensitive, immersive and lasting visual quality.

Why Entrust Your Stop Motion Film to Troublemakers?

  • Because we approach stop motion as an art form, not simply as a visual effect.

  • Because we collaborate with directors specialising in frame-by-frame animation and claymation.

  • Because our Paris studio brings together creative development, fabrication, shooting and post-production.

  • Because our art direction is informed by cinema, design and craftsmanship.

  • Because we conceive every film as a distinctive work, created to serve a brand.

Produce a Stop Motion Film with Troublemakers

Looking to produce a stop motion or claymation advertising film? Troublemakers will help you turn material into storytelling and movement into emotion.