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Escape the Frame Exhibition

This exhibition at Out of the Blue Drill Hall showcases animated and illustrated work from the third year animation students at Edinburgh College of Art.

Escape the Frame Exhibition

About Escape the Frame Exhibition

Showcasing animated and illustrated work from the third year animation students at Edinburgh College of Art.

From stop motion sets to virtual worlds, the funny and the tragic. There’s methods used from a hundred years ago to newfound technology. 20 different artists have collaborated to bring this showcase to you so there’s something for everyone.

The frames is up, but there’s an audience shaped hole!

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