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December 6, 2025 • 5 min read

How to Create the Paper Cutout Effect Online (No After Effects Required)

Learn how to achieve the popular torn paper edge look for your photos and videos directly in your browser, without expensive software.

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December 5, 2025 • 4 min read

Top 5 Uses for Paper Animation in Social Media Videos

Discover creative ways to use paper animation overlays to boost engagement on Instagram Reels, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts.

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December 4, 2025 • 6 min read

Understanding the 'Boil' Effect in Animation: A Guide for Creators

What is line boil? Learn about this classic animation principle and how to simulate it digitally for an authentic hand-drawn feel.

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December 3, 2025 • 7 min read

A Brief History of Cutout Animation: From Lotte Reiniger to South Park

Explore the evolution of paper cutout animation, from the delicate silhouettes of the 1920s to the crude humor of modern television.

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December 2, 2025 • 5 min read

Paper Cutout vs. Digital Collage: What's the Difference?

Understand the nuances between these two popular art styles and how to use them effectively in your digital projects.

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December 1, 2025 • 6 min read

How to Fake a Stop-Motion Look with Digital Video

Tips and tricks for reducing frame rates and adding imperfections to make smooth digital video look like it was animated by hand.

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