THE PEOPLE BEHIND STOP MOTION STUDIO
Small moves. Big imagination.
We’re Cateater. We create powerful, approachable tools that bring your imagination to life.
Our story
Founded in 2010, Cateater™ is a development studio based in South Carolina and the creative force behind Stop Motion Studio.
We combine powerful animation tools with an interface that makes creating fun and approachable. From a first experiment to a classroom project, we help creators around the world bring their stories to life.
2010
Cateater is founded.
2011
Stop Motion Studio begins its journey. Read an early review →
2019
Named one of AASL’s Best Apps for Teaching & Learning.
Our Achievements
Stop Motion Studio has been featured in Apple’s Staff Favorites and What’s Hot lists, on television, and in the classroom.
App of the Week
Selected as Apple’s App of the Week.
AASL recognition
One of the 2019 Best Apps for Teaching & Learning, selected by the American Association of School Librarians.
Featured by Apple
Stop Motion Studio has appeared in multiple Apple ads and was showcased at Apple’s special education keynote.
From first films to classrooms
A few everyday objects can become a story. Stop Motion Studio helps people explore animation at home, in classrooms, and in creative workshops.
- Young filmmakers. Creator Camp uses Stop Motion Studio to help children bring LEGO figures, paper puppets, and handmade sets to life. See the camp →
- Learning through animation. An educator shared how sixth-grade students used the app to animate algebraic expressions. Read the classroom story →
- Hands-on filmmaking. Reel Shorts Film Festival used Stop Motion Studio in a 2019 claymation workshop led by animator Evan DeRushie. Explore the workshop →
Creativity comes first
We build tools that keep the focus on creating. No ads. No tracking. Your projects stay on your device unless you choose to share them.
Let’s talk.
Have a question, feedback, or just want to say hello? We’d love to hear from you.
Mailing Address
Cateater, LLC.
500 Westover Dr #35931
Sanford, NC 27330
USA