This document provides an overview of the history and techniques of stop-motion animation. It discusses pioneers such as Emile Reynaud and George Pal who developed early animation devices. It also covers developers like Willis O'Brien and Ray Harryhausen who perfected stop-motion techniques. Contemporary animators discussed include Tim Burton and Aardman Animations. Finally, it outlines different genres and forms of animation including television, film, advertising, websites, music videos, and mobile phones.