Challenge: Make a Flipbook the SAME way I did as a KID

I was challenged to make a flipbook the way I did as a kid-without using my flipbook kit, paper, or light pad... Challenge accepted.
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Welcome to the channel! In addition to making flipbooks, I am a stop-motion animator and worked on the Oscar-nominated movies ParaNorman, The Boxtrolls, Kubo and the Two Strings, and Missing Link. I fell in love with animation as a kid and have been doing it ever since.
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[@anthonybonaccorsi7809]

I really love how you show all of the effort and time is put into simple flip books and how you show that sometimes you won't be able to think of anything when you sit down to draw. I feel like this video will help a lot of people who feel the need to give up just because they can't think of something to create.

[@inkfernado9114]

Normally what helps me with this is that I mix random creatures together

[@anastaziarahnae5749]

That is very nice I think that to

[@Sus_gamer79]

😮😮😮😮😮

[@christianweatherbroadcasti3491]

Repent and trust in Jesus. We all deserve Hell for our sins, such as lying lusting coveting and more. We can't save ourselves, but Jesus can save us. He died on the cross to save us for our sins and rose from the grave defeating death and Hell. You must put your faith in him only. He is the only way to Heaven. Repent and trust in Jesus. Romans 6:23 John 3:16❤😊❤❤

[@trenchdudes8785]

1:46 paper

[@FlipBookBoy]

When I ordered your kit, I got so excited I couldn't wait, so I took my school chrome book, used it as a light pad, and made my first flipbook... in class. yeah I got yelled at by the teacher, but it was so fun. Thank you for making the kit, you really made animation one of my favorite hobbies! Edit: Thank you so much for the likes and all the subs! I didn't realize that would happen.

[@abhirupdas1830]

I can understand that moment of your at tht time

[@legendarystudios8421]

😂

[@dylanthegamer5914]

I got my flip book kit today too I was so excited

[@heroeshavefur484]

LOL

[@fin.animations]

Lol

[@annodomino3935]

After watching your videos my 2nd grade daughter decided to make a flipbook and enter it into her school art competition in both 3D art and Film categories. She won a blue ribbon for both! Thanks for being such an inspiration!

[@andymation]

That’s so cool tell her congrats for me! 🏆

[@masoncarpenter8598]

peal

[@adamnjelley]

@@andymation how old is your parents now

[@chimitrash2966]

@@adamnjelley Jesus don't ask that

[@chocolatecoco1]

@@chimitrash2966 wdym by that Jesus didn't ask that?

[@eduardolima5495]

Hey Andy, I'm not sure if you're gonna see this, but your videos really makes me feel deeply happy!! The way you give life to draws or even dots makes something inside me lights up with joy and remember old and more colorful times. I really really appreciate your videos!! You deserve all the love in the world!!

[@Juicewrldfan.1]

He didn’t see it but I did

[@padmapriya1394]

I like your videos toooooooooo much

[@ramaicatseye]

Great comment.

[@misslia8730]

He just flew all the way to his parents house just for paper, the dedication 😳

[@itz.yukiix]

Yeah

[@dinoengineer9140]

He was probably going there already

[@olduglyentwife5700]

Paper, and a hug.

[@wildwishandrobinleaf]

Yeah, this is why I think he's really REALLY cool. Thanks for being such a dedicated curator!

[@Sharkpu8]

THATS WHAT I WAS GONNA SAY

[@SwtGrnEyed86]

Oh my gosh. I love this so much! Great concept, I love that you included your parents. I laughed when you had to go back for the camera...twice. And I especially laughed really hard at the High Five flipbook. Genius idea from your dad with the plastic sink cover!! Might have to try that! Truly love your content, you continue to inspire me!! Thank you!! ❤

[@andymation]

Thanks!! 😁

[@dol_SONadam]

Andy Are u real???:/

[@andymation]

@@dol_SONadam last I checked. 😊

[@ibrahimasim2639]

What Andy?!

[@nyambehsokata3256]

💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@ryanmckenzie5918]

Loved this! I wasn't expecting the "primitive" tips and tricks. I've been doing digital for a while and might have to try a flipbook, for sure.

[@maltipooshihtzuandme5774]

😂🤣I really liked those “might need the camera” times😂🤣I couldn’t stop laughing

[@TheMusicalBoy223]

Hi atiater

[@KingStarGLK]

this dude literally bought a plane ticket to ask for paper legend

[@orin9756]

ya i know, that is crazy

[@gamingwithdinosyt8696]

lol

[@metalvideos1961]

yeah we know we all saw the video.

[@drjoriv]

Business Expense and gets to see his parents lol

[@metalvideos1961]

@@gamingwithdinosyt8696 why lol. he literally said what we all saw in the video

[@FlopyArt]

It’s Awesome how creative you were as a kid!!! I mean the plastic thing with the flash light was brilliant! Now days it makes me realize how much we have… You are one of my biggest inspirations keep it up!!!!

[@nataleeisjustchilling2737]

When I was a kid I was obsessed with the spy kid movies so I used stuff around the house to make spy equipment and dress up like a spy, I'd say I had a pretty wild imagination lol

[@ayatarek1510]

@@nataleeisjustchilling2737 is your favorite

[@psyberdelicxp6042]

The part about "trying to think of something to draw/animante is real af. As a kid we just start without any reason or idea. As an adult , we turned creativity into a product/commodity. reconnecting with the spontaneity and joy is a conscious step, and an intentional practice. I teach my students that art is the physical manifestation/leftovers of creative joy.

[@andymation]

Yes!

[@m3l-_-]

I love how he went 900miles just to ask for paper and a pencil XD That shows and PROVES he does hard work for his videos

[@h2oblob]

this proves you don't need material or any expensive stuff you just need a strong will :)

[@wetfish4066]

But the plane tickets

[@stormmidori6589]

and a mom

[@unknown-xc6tf]

That's true

[@vLds101]

@@stormmidori6589 fr tho

[@a.watsonishi]

nice try, but i think that’s not how you say it.

[@chelsearussell3778]

Your mom did a great job flipping that flip book. As always your flip books are a lot of fun! My favorite was the high five. 🖐

[@Laze-ip4nf]

The way I used to make a flip book before getting your kit was to take a spiral memo the remove the round thing and use my tablet as a light pad by using a white background and putting it to the highest brightness. Was really hard but I loved after I made it. Thank you for inspiring me so much ❤️❤️❤️

[@yuziiiiiii]

I haven't watch you for 4 years... I still can't believe you do FlipBook... Andy deserves more!!

[@David-gj9qr]

3:12 When creative people are so creative they find a creative way to save money or not spend any money at all on equipment for their creative work before they even start making their creative piece. In other words when he was a kid he was being creative before he even started making flip books and found a creative solution to solve the money problem so that he can actually make flipbooks That's what impresses me about creative people. They are able to find creative solutions and are able to make something out of nothing and I just can't fathom how they can do that

[@andymation]

👍

[@garvitisrani4583]

@Chukwunonso Nnamuchi lmao

[@cheeesey3]

@@andymation 👍

[@fairouz6355]

Hi

[@DiegoSanchez-yg3rx]

Wow! This turned out better than expected!

[@MrWondersOfTheWorld]

This guy flew 900 miles for paper He's a legend

[@thekalechipsvendetta]

Thank you for sharing your family and these childhood memories.

[@CubicalK]

that brings me back to my childhood, man i miss the old days.

[@melissa_bent]

I stumbled across your channel a few months back and it has been so delightful watching your videos. This one took me back to all the times I used to draw on whatever was available at the time. Art doesn’t require all the fancy things! Keeps up the great work! And helloooooooo to your parents! ❤️

[@andymation]

Thanks! 🙏

[@JohnsBailiwick]

Helloooooooo to you, Melissa!

[@stevemartini470]

Is that your daf

[@stevemartini470]

@@JohnsBailiwick dad*

[@ericajohnson3230]

@@andymation hey Andy I just want to say I really want you to teach me how to make a flip book 📖 😀

[@sofiagoicoecheazapata498]

Its wonderful the idea of making animations with out a computer or a mouse, just a few papers and a pencil. And imagination.

[@elianimated7583]

Awesome! This goes to show that you don’t need profesional equipment to create amazing work! 😃

[@vivianferraro]

The struggle with this "light box", where the light is centered in one point. I made this for a long time, its so painfull. Now I have a hand made - with two lamps and 45 degree inclination - and Led light box i bought, size A3 both. My babys.

[@rohan.r1507]

This video shows you don't need any expensive materials,you can do it with what you have Awesome video which was mixed by vlog and flipbooks.

[@User_g3ficofsv6bs5]

Whenever I want to make a flipbook-being a kid- I use the light from my phone for tracing. Your videos really inspire me!

[@ramise5932]

Wow… I loved visiting your parents! They are really lovely people…❤

[@bruhlertime6126]

When I got your kit, I literally ran to my room and started drawing my first flip book. Thx for making your kit!

[@andymation]

that's awesome thanks!

[@cleverdadvideos]

Sweet my daughter has been watching you recently and really interested in flipbooks. I think we have some Index Cards, Rubber Bands, and Pencils for her to use instead of the paper she has been playing with. We purchased a A4 tracing light pad from Amazon for $15, which she has used for tracing picture, but it will be a great to use for flipbooks too. FYI. I also make short LEGO animations, and have been helping her understand what I do and the flipbooks are very similar. Maybe if she makes something that can be animated with LEGO mini figures, then I will help her create a LEGO animation with it.

[@andymation]

👍👍

[@desavaliakshith6280]

i think he is hurt that you did not purchase his set XD

[@cleverdadvideos]

@@desavaliakshith6280 I doubt it. Andy's products are great, but for younger kids just starting in flipbooks it is best to just get Index Cards to start and determine if more should be invested. I actually purchased the tracing light pad for tracing pictures, so there isn't an immediate reason to purchase another one.

[@Bigmonto]

What a great way to implement a fan question and real life. That’s so sweet and thoughtful honestly.

[@LittleBlobby]

I love how your mom and dad are so nice!! God Bless You And Your Parents!

[@touchsomegrass286]

Lol it reminds me of my childhood when I used to asked my mom if she had something I could play with or eat-

[@adrianmolvaer]

Love your videos mate! I think I speak for everybody when I say this. We really love your videos❤️ Keep it up🔥

[@BagelNosed3DSuser]

Imagine traveling hours just to make a single flipbook. Respect

[@finandsamprouductions8103]

Wow you went through all his no this here folks is a loyal and a KZbinr that cares so much about his community that he will do anything to keep his fans entertained well done man really appreciate it you are a loyal person to your fans keep it up man 🤗🤗🤗

[@duncanmckechney4535]

Your parents have very good taste in pencils!

[@LightningCreatorSamYT]

0:45 I love how he goes 800 - 900 miles to ask his mom for paper

[@Sebacucumber]

Yes

[@lephantm1920]

The pencil-paint brush he used to create these flipbooks are pretty cool

[@michaelflores1503]

I ordered his flipbook 2 days ago and was so excited, and today I got the kit i'm so happy so to motivate myself while making a flipbook I decided to watch one your videos and I am so grateful.

[@Maxify120]

Respect to Andymation to travel to his Parents house for a video!! Also Thanks For inspiring me to make my own Flipbook!😀

[@hypercodm9498]

Andymation is so creative and talented

[@jakefriedman6891]

That plexiglass hack for counterspace is a great idea. I'm going to surprise my wife with that.

[@Brooklyn_R08]

I think you have inspired me to.. finally try to make a flipbook, the first flip book I made was literal trash tho… maybe now I can do it right

[@ArttuTheCat]

Hey, this is awesome. This is why i'm practicing for animating and also comic book drawing. And that flipbook is genius 👍. Thank you so much! 😺👍

[@samuelmarrott4009]

Hey! I was just about to ask how to make a makeshift light box. I wanted to make a flip book for my science unit project. Thanks!

[@timspiano5054]

I like this a lot Andy! Your work is great, good job=)

[@DerpyDraws]

This is this the difference between kids and adults! Adults complicate the situation whereas kids keep it simple. They don't over think which makes their life so stress free :)

[@andymation]

Yes exactly

[@fin.animations]

Keep up the awesome videos!! They never fail to entertain me :D

[@rehabmagzoub4760]

🧍‍♂️👨‍🦱👨‍👦👨‍👦

[@aidenworld2755]

True

[@gustavooliveira8011]

Isso é muito incrível, parabéns pelo trabalho! Você é muito bom

[@markfart2317]

This is my first time watching ur vids and I have to say it was pretty fun watching then. I really like how to show the actual speed of your drawing so we can tell the effort u put into the thanks😊

[@dushyantsingh7289]

the best part about your videos is that how creative you are not only with your flipbook but with little things you do in these videos it just make me happy I start smiling within few seconds you are awesome man

[@williambilinski]

That was fun and inspirational…strong work 💪

[@omnamahshivaya3266]

9:12 loved it

[@Luke-oz6wn]

Imagine not seeing your parents for Soo long and when you go the first thing you say Is "Can I get paper to make a flipbook?" That is just crazy but the dedication he has

[@echodelta2426]

Very cool. My favs were bike and UFO. Glad to see you turned a flip book challenge into an family visit. Awesome!

[@maritzaamezcua5273]

I really loved the video it was so much fun to watch and I hope you can make more videos like this.

[@-ghanshyam-]

Yo!!!! Another mindblowing art!!!!!!!!

[@fin.animations]

@@-ghanshyam- lol 😂 well done on getting a heart

[@cocoandrockyveber-nichols9360]

Wow Andy this is an amazing video! and I have your flip-book kit and your first grumpy cloud flip-book, I loved it so, so much and you have inspired me to keep trashing my parents house with my flip-books. And I would encourage you to keep adding new videos to your you tube channel, and I would like to see a video of a fire burning😃🔥

[@lolakomo5290]

Yayayyayayayay! Finally! A way to make a flipbook at home with home materials! The dedication tho! You flew all the way to ur parents house! Wow

[@lethalbutterknife2311]

One of these days ima go all out on these flip books….but like I said…one if these days🤔

[@LGlow24]

You should do a video with ZHC

[@fin.animations]

That would be awesome!

[@Parkle_YT]

The high five one is my favorite! Love your flipbooks!

[@starxsz9101]

4:10 i was just DYING when your dad CAME OUT and just started STARING at YOU 😂

[@ItzAudreyii]

That’s better than anything I could make, at any age!

[@i.g.304]

do animation on a drawing tablet! i want to see how much easier/harder that could be..

[@shroomy_megumi]

As a light box, i use a translucent lap desk thing, books to make it taller, and a lamp shining up through the lap desk. It’s more simple than it sounds tbh.

[@joshearhart6142]

I used to do this in school all the time!! I always used post-it notes, since it was already a flippable pad, can u make one out of a post-it pad, and I'll relive my flip book days vicariously through you lol..

[@reybit5591]

Finally the UFO guys is back after visit others planet😂

[@chinmaygoel7335]

He took it literally hahaha

[@crestfy3163]

i know the feeling of having a collection of any types of arts that you can look all day long

[@mrsmuffinman]

😂 You had me at “I’m gonna ask my mom…” and off you go! Love this video 🙌

[@melance]

"Let me set up the gopro so I can stall for time and think of something...Crap didn't work."

[@samjolliffe8067]

Dude this is awesome!!! I used to grab my moveable desk lamp (like the one in Pixar films) and I taped paper on the edge of the bowl of the lamp so when I turned it on it worked as a light pad

[@BivonDoesStuff]

I really liked the bike and high five flip books. because of how cool they looked and how interesting they were!

[@mrsmuffinman]

Also, your photo on the fridge!!! 🥰😍

[@sameeraggarwal2988]

Can we just take a moment to appreciate how he does all this hard work for us and spends hours doing it…

[@diyema3434]

Parent: Wow, you came. You spent you your money on a plane just to see us, how kind of you. Andy: Exactly my I have a paper and a pen.

[@staralex7971]

The fact he took the time just to go to his mom and dads house to make a flip book is insane this shows that he cares about his mom and dad

[@lie578]

Andymation is just the king of flipbooks

[@SerNerey]

It's great to have a place where nothing ever changes. Good health to your parents

[@jienavalta7524]

The high 5 one was my favorite- the characters were so cute

[@bonda2324]

This is really cool! I loved the way you paid attention to your subscribers comment and actually worked on it! I hope to see many more videos like this!!!! Plz reply....

[@nabilahmedkhan8052]

Saw this on my video recommendations. How does KZbin know which topic I am interested in? This is brilliant!!!

[@Swiftytail]

Whenever I watched a movie after it I would get inspired by it and start drawing stories and stuff related to the movie Btw you’re the person who made me interested in animating in the first place❤

[@shirleytaylor9274]

I used a small clear storage box and a lamp haha. I also have a shelf from an old desk as my "project board"; having ADHD and always needing my hands busy, its perfect for whatever I'm working on while watching TV etc. :)

[@maiachurch]

0:52 / 9:32 'Might need the camera' You will 100% need that camera!

[@Polton.]

Dude flew 600 miles to ask for a pencil and paper. Now that's what is called dedication

[@biancarivera7069]

Who knows how many hours he flew to get there but it was worth it Keep up the good work

[@mikecarter4797]

You are the best at animating

[@Asb0]

Hey andy, I Litterly do this to do my flipbooks, You inspire me to make flipbooks and I might be getting your flip book kit for christmas. Love your videos!

[@memesandtricks7884]

Wow, just wow I Really like flipbook animations

[@PotterHead8356]

This violet encouraged me to make my first flip book time to get supplies

[@NotEpicDraws]

I am always getting a flashlight to use it as a light source when I’m making my flip books! But on Saturday I’m getting a light pad from your shop 👍

[@zahraflipbook7372]

When I made my first flipbook, I got a paper from a booklet from a candy gift at school. My first flipboom is rocket flipbook. I remember my friends were very happy to see my first flipbook 😄

[@trash2638]

this feels so nostalgic and it’s not even my own childhood. it was really cool to see, great video idea!

[@lourdesvega6329]

Animation I’ve been a big fan of you since I was seven years old and I’m eight years old, so yeah, by the way you should go to team up with tops and make the garbage pal kids flipbook. I hope you see this :)

[@samanthaj4196]

This is the kind of KZbin channel I would watch on my iPad and watch a different video on my phone

[@Oriana_leung]

I love this topic. The HK 90s comic magazine Comic Fans teach us to use a wooden drawer. But my drawer is solid. Now, I put the paper over my phone. 08:00 Oh, that's how the commercials keep the figure size the same.

[@GabrielVR1020]

Andy I use wot to thank you for ensuring me in flip books I listen to you every day and making a flip book thank you 😊