An unprecedented look behind the curtain of the preeminent stop-motion studio, this comprehensive volume is brimming with exclusive artwork, photography, and interviews with key creatives.
In this rare glimpse at LAIKA’s 500,000-square-foot dream factory, read how the visionaries of the renowned stop-motion studio bring LAIKA’s handcrafted films to life one frame at a time. Stunning new puppet photography, never-before-seen artwork, and interviews with the studio’s community of storytellers take readers on an unforgettable tour through the studio’s key people, places, and processes, from script development to production design, puppet fabrication, 3D face printing, animation, and visual effects.
Featuring a double-page gatefold measuring nearly three feet wide ( see preview image further below ), this expansive illustrated publication on the illustrious studio reveals LAIKA’s innovations in stop-motion filmmaking over the last two decades, from Kubo and the Two Strings to ParaNorman, The Boxtrolls, Coraline, Missing Link, and Wildwood.
This in-depth coverage on LAIKA is not only an utterly fascinating peek into the marvelous creative processes that culminated in the studio’s many wonderful films, but also a celebration of all the brilliant and talented artists and craftsman who make it all possible. While enjoyment and appreciation of LAIKA’s movies do not require any prerequisite, a thoughtful read of this book will surely make the viewing experience immeasurably better. My highest recommendations.
Also be sure to check out my art book reviews for LAIKA’s films like Kubo and the Two Strings, ParaNorman, The Boxtrolls andMissing Link.
I will also be picking up the art book for Wildwood when it is released in October, so look out for my review then.
“LAIKA: The Magic Behind a Stop-Motion Dream Factory″ book details :
– Dimensions – 9.3 x 0.95 x 11.22 inches
– Hard cover
– 240 pages, full color
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May 2nd, 2026 at 4:36 pm
I love this book because it is filled with stop motion thrills and skills!
May 3rd, 2026 at 8:53 am
Oh very cool. Did you ever check out the Laika films on 4K? They have some stunning transfers, they look incredible in Dolby Vision.
That said, compared to the art books or bonus features from the blu-rays, what insight in terms of character fabrication, or set building is present in this volume? Curious as I have been dabbling and learning more about stop motion lately. (and um, actually making some)
May 5th, 2026 at 2:50 pm
DISTRAKT – The very best of it !
Coffee – Oh nice ! I should probably consider picking up the 4K upgrade, I believe only Coraline is available presently ?
As for the processes on the fabrication and set building, I’ve not read the book in detail to provide a good answer for you, but it’s cool that you’re working on some stop-motion yourself ! :]