A workshop on the history of transforming static images into moving sequences, where participants will learn about the illusion of movement and its use in filmmaking. Participants will also learn about the most important motion illusion devices of the 19th century and discover their role in the invention of motion pictures through practical exercises.

During the workshop, participants can create motion illusion devices such as thaumatrope, praxinoscope, and phenakistoscope. The materials for the workshop are provided by the Museum.

Duration: 90 minutes

Language: Latvian, Russian, English (the language of the activity must be agreed in advance)

Target audience: from the age of 10

Maximum number of participants per group: 25

Participation fee: 3.50 €

Booking and additional information: T: (+371) 6735 8873; E: kinomuzejs@kinomuzejs.lv