They are produced by taking a series of photographs or a video recording, and, using image editing software, compositing the photographs or the video frames into an animated GIF file in such a manner that motion in part of the subject between exposures (for example, a person's dangling leg) is perceived as a repeating or continued motion.
The term "cinemagraph" was coined by U.S. photographers Kevin Burg and Jamie Beck, who used the technique to animate their fashion and news photographs beginning in early 2011
Photographer Jamie Beck and motion graphics artist Kevin Burg have taken the animated GIF to a new level with stunning "cinemagraphs". Some of their great work is compiled in the video clip below.
A few of my favorite Stanley Kubrick Cinemagraphs
“I’m so tired! … Not surprised. It’s tiring to kill a man.” Swimming Pool (2003)
“You know what capitalism is? Gettin’ @*&%$@!” Scarface (1983)
“Gee, I wish we had one of them doomsday machines.” Dr. Strangelove (1964)
“From now on will be total organization. Every muscle must be tight.” Taxi Driver (1976)
“I’ve seen things you people wouldn’t believe. Attack ships on fire off the shoulder of Orion. I watched C-beams glitter in the dark near the Tannhauser Gate. All those moments will be lost in time like tears in rain. … Time to die.” Blade Runner (1982)
“Hi, Lloyd. Little slow tonight, isn’t it?” Shining (1980)
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