Rachel Ryle’s Instagram Animations

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Colorado-based illustrator and animator Rachel Ryle creates cute stop-motion animations on Instagram.

Her award-winning 15-second creations all began when Instagram introduced their new video option, opening up a world of creative opportunity for Rachel.

Her videos integrate a variety of mediums, from sound and interesting textures to found objects, all combined with her quirky drawings.

Each video takes between five and 10 hours to finish from concept to completion.

Have you seen it!? @Instagram has a new icon!! As you can tell from this animation, I’m totally ‘digging’ it!! It’s so fresh, vibrant & fun! True, the original icon will forever have a special place in my heart, but I am loving the new look! @Instagram has always been so full of life & color and this icon truly reflects the vibrant world that we’ve all created through our posts in the app. Well done, @Instagram team! You’ve had my heart along with my art for years. I’m happy to share this colorful creation to celebrate this exciting milestone in your company’s growth! Here’s to many more posts from all of us as we continue to make life vibrant!! #stopmotion #animation #art #drawing #gardening #flowers #blooming #fresh #colorful #vibrant #myinstagramlogo

A video posted by Rachel Ryle (@rachelryle) on May 11, 2016 at 7:09am PDT

This animation is for anyone who is daydreaming of a beach vacation! If you’ve been following my recent adventures on Snapchat or Facebook (??@rachelryle??) then you know that I’ve been a busy bee! I finally have a break in my schedule so I’ve painted my toenails & packed my bags to sneak away!! Tomorrow I’m heading to Jamaica for a much needed vacation! I wish I could pack you all in my luggage to take you with me…but, as you can see, not even my radio fits! Don’t you worry though, I’ll be back soon with a tan & tons of new ideas to create! ? #stopmotion #animation #art #drawing #cartoon #instavideo #instavid #video #travel #instatravel  #beach #vacation #jamaica #beachboys #beachbody #beachvacation #getaway #packing #clothes #bikini #bathingsuit #summer #fashion #? #?

A video posted by Rachel Ryle (@rachelryle) on Apr 29, 2016 at 5:43am PDT

Is it just me or was this week overly “taxing” on everyone else? It’s April 15th, the dreaded day of tax payments due, but I’m not going to let it get me down. If you got money back, or if you owe the government more, I think we all deserve a treat today! This, my friends, is my favorite cupcake to bake. It combines my favorite flavors of sweetness – vanilla, chocolate, coconut & two layers of icing! Meat lovers, and even you vegetarians, this is the yummiest burger you’ll ever devour! Take your time and enjoy it, I made it just for you :) #stopmotion #animation #art #drawing #cartoon #instavideo #instavid #video #cooking #baking #burger #burgers #bobsburgers #lovethatshow #cupcake #cupcakes #?

A video posted by Rachel Ryle (@rachelryle) on Apr 15, 2016 at 5:28am PDT

I’ve never been to Paris in the springtime, but in my dreams this is what it’s like! The cheerful color of cherry blossoms line the sidewalks. Birds are chirping to the soft accordion music that fills the air. Historic buildings & beautiful architecture are waiting around every corner. Cafes on cobblestone streets welcome you in with a bottle of wine & a baguette. C’est magnifique! Someday I’ll put a beret on a French poodle and take a springtime stroll through the city of love! Until then I can only imagine how wonderful Paris is in the spring. To all my Parisian friends, or friends who simply love poodles or Paris, this one is for you! Happy Spring! PS As you can see, I’ve included as many French things that I could think of…including my poorly painted French manicure. Don’t you dare judge! As a fun little game, watch closely & see if you can find the hidden French mustache!! #? #stopmotion #animation #art #drawing #cartoon #instavideo #instavid #video #springtime #spring #springhassprung #cherryblossom #tree #travel #architecture #historic #citylife #paris #parisian #france #french #poodle #frenchpoodle #arcdetriomphe #lourve #eiffeltower

A video posted by Rachel Ryle (@rachelryle) on Apr 7, 2016 at 5:45am PDT

It’s my party & I’ll draw it I want to! It’s time to bring out the big, big, BIG balloons! Today’s my ✨birthday✨ & I’ve brought the ?party? to your screen! I wish we could all celebrate together with one big giant cake, but this tiny one will have to do. Luckily, there’s a fresh slice for each of us! I hope you all have a wonderful day today, I know I sure will! #? #? #? #birthdaysarethebest #stopmotion #animation #art #drawing #cartoon #video #instavideo #instavid #happysaturday #happybirthday #birthdaygirl #cake #balloons #celebration #party #partytime

A video posted by Rachel Ryle (@rachelryle) on Mar 12, 2016 at 6:16am PST

Ugh!!! It’s Monday. Is anyone else feeling a little grumpy? Certainly a cake pop will cheer us all up…including you, Grumpy Cat! This animation was inspired by the constantly cute grumpiness of the @realgrumpycat & the delicious creations of the talented @bakerella. I hope they both see this animation and smile (even you, Grumpy Cat!) #stopmotion #animation #instavideo #art #drawing #grumpycat #cooking #baking #chocolate #dessert #cakepop #cakepops #caseofthemondays

A video posted by Rachel Ryle (@rachelryle) on Jan 25, 2016 at 6:11am PST

For the love of sushi! You may recall a couple years ago I made a new year’s resolution to eat healthier and I posted a sushi animation as motivation. Well, years have passed and I needed another reminder. Good thing eating healthy can still be fun! Here’s to a yummy & healthy 2016! PS to friends who are watching in Japan, I hope you find my hidden message to you! Thanks for the inspiration! ;) #stopmotion #animation #art #drawing #sushi #japan #japanese #food #bento #bentobox #panda #pandabear #instavideo #cooking #lunch #lunchtime #fbf

A video posted by Rachel Ryle (@rachelryle) on Jan 8, 2016 at 11:35am PST

For the love of breakfast, I hope your day is better than bacon! #stopmotion #animation #art #drawing #cartoon #cooking #bacon #brunch #breakfast #?

A video posted by Rachel Ryle (@rachelryle) on Sep 6, 2015 at 6:48am PDT

Ahoy! Anyone want to take a dive with me under the sea? In this animation I bring our favorite ocean friends to life! All you need to do is slip on this snorkeling mask & I’ll “sea” you at the bottom of the ocean! PS Yes, that’s me as the mermaid ;) #stopmotion #animation #art #drawing #cartoon #underthesea #underwater #ocean #sea #oceanlife #sealife #snorkeling #littlemermaid #mermaid #shark #fish #whale #manatee #lobster #seaturtle #turtle #seahorse #stingray #octopus #coral

A video posted by Rachel Ryle (@rachelryle) on Aug 28, 2015 at 8:17am PDT

The time has come where students young and old are heading back to school! To cheer everyone up I baked us an after school treat, just like our moms would! Whether or not you are attending school, I hope you all enjoy my freshly made cookies & milk! PS sorry if this song gets stuck in your head, but it’s a childhood favorite of mine! ;) #stopmotion #animation #art #drawing #backtoschool #baking #cookies #cookiesandmilk #milkandcookies #whereswaldo

A video posted by Rachel Ryle (@rachelryle) on Aug 19, 2015 at 7:54am PDT

See more of Rachel’s work on her website or follow her on Instagram and Facebook.