Raise your hand if you've ever felt overwhelmed
by running a creative business! Being a creative entrepreneur is so much more than your craft. From marketing, accounting, legal to client management, you have to juggle multiple roles. That’s why we created Oui Academy, a library resources for creatives backed by a decade of
trial and error.

If you're ready to take your small business to the next level, learn a new skill or just want more time back to focus on creative, Oui Academy has got your back. Let’s build your dream business together.

They don't teach this in art school

We’ve packaged our advertising expertise into simplified courses and templates so you can
avoid the roadblocks, scavenger hunts and sub-par tutorials we endured throughout our own careers.

Instead you’ll move ahead with confidence knowing you have strategic tools and training under your belt. The path to success is not a straight line but we hope our tools to give you
a fast-pass so you can skip the line.

fast-track your growth

Oui Academy

They don't teach
this in art school

Raise your hand if you've ever felt overwhelmed
by running a creative business! Being a creative entrepreneur is so much more than your craft. From marketing, accounting, legal to client management, you have to juggle multiple roles. That’s why we created Oui Academy, a library of resources for creatives backed by a decade of
trial and error.

If you're ready to take your small business to the next level, learn a new skill or just want more time back to focus on creative, Oui Academy has got
your back.

Let’s build your dream business together.

Learn More about Claire ⟶

Hey there, I’m Claire - commercial stop motion animator, creative director, educator, and your new go-to girl for strategic content creation.

With over a decade in the game, I’ve created campaigns for some of the world’s biggest brands, while working as a freelancer, director of a creative studio owned by the New York Times, and founding Oui Create. I have a BFA in Animation from Otis College of Art and Design, and I eat-sleep-breathe all things stop motion.

When I'm not in the studio you'll likely find me swing dancing to live jazz, hosting a murder mystery dinner party, or cuddled up with my twin ginger cats Fred and George.

"I’m so happy I chose Claire! Since being a mentee with her the past three months I’ve been able to lay a foundation for my business with confidence. Since incorporating her templates and tools I've been able to engage my prospective clients in a more impactful way and have literally landed every single client that has approached me since! She’s given me the knowledge I needed to run smoothly and efficiently. I feel like I have a friend cheering me on and I’m very excited for what my business future holds!"

- Tosha, Peach media

"...have literally landed every single client that's approached me since!"

apply to get started ⟶

Real talk, being a creative entrepreneur is incredibly rewarding, but it comes with legitimate obstacles like standing out of the pack in a competitive market and actually landing paying clients. I can’t promise the voice in your head asking “Can I do this?” will go away forever, but I can promise that I’ll be there with a louder echo that says, “Of course you can!” I’m here to show you it can be done and you can thrive while doing it!

$350 PER SESSION or $900 for a pack of 3

Learn & Grow with claire

"This is such a fun course, I truly recommend it! Claire provides you with all the stop motion guidance you need. I was also able to participate in a one to one mentor session and it made such a difference to see the animation come to life in person. Claire’s patient, easy to get along with, and very helpful. She'll break down everything step by step while explaining in the process so you get the full scope of how stop motion works. It was a pleasure to take her class and will definitely come back for more mentoring!"

- Jessica Paredes

"Claire provides you with all the stop motion guidance you need."

Mentorships for Creative Entrepreneurs

Learn & Grow
With claire

Let's take it up A notch

need a personal hype-woman?

You're finally ready to leave your 9-5 job but are overwhelmed by the logistics of starting a business.

You need guidance establishing branding, setting pricing, building a service list with corresponding packages, establishing business policies and more.

You need consistent support and accountability because you’re nervous about taking control of your creative career path without guidance.

You want to brainstorm a strategic portfolio together that will attract dream clients and get you HIRED?
Let’s dance!

Your work isn't resonating with clients or converting into paid jobs. I’ll help you craft strategic ideas for building a portfolio with a clear path to profit.

You know how to create *pretty* content but aren't sure how to create
strategic ads that sell to specific audiences. Some training is in order!

You're ready to learn how to set expectations, establish healthy boundaries, and get paid upfront so clients respect you and your time.

You're ready to increase your price point and back it up with more value for your clients. You know your worth and they should, too!

You’re just starting out and don’t even know where or how to find a client. Are they on Bumble? Do I send a DM first, or…?

Portfolio
Overhaul

Freelance
Foundations

Landing &
Managing Clients

Want to order off the menu?

I’m an open book, ready to tailor our trainings to your current goals.
You bring your big dreams and I’ll bring my experience and support!

Freelance Foundations

Portfolio Overhaul

apply to get started ⟶

I’m an open book, ready to tailor our
trainings to your current goals. You bring
your big dreams and I’ll bring my experience and support!

welcome to class

Master advanced animation techniques

Build a portfolio
to attract brands

Become your
client's secret weapon

enroll today

This is your personal invitation into our studio for an unfiltered look into Claire's exact method for creating on brand stop motion for commercial clients. If you want an all-access pass to her tried-and-true creative process that works, Magic Through Motion is a must-have.

Fast-track your growth with the best portfolio booster in the game: stop motion animation.

Signature Course

Looking for a fun and creative way to keep your kids busy while school’s out?

Put their electronics to good use learning a new skill set as a stop motion animator, with no experience needed!

Animation Camp is an online, week-long program where campers can learn at their own pace. We're dedicated to making stop motion FUN and easy to learn for young kids aged 7-13.

Animation Camp teaches the fundamentals
of stop motion that are essential

for any budding animator using your child’s favorite toys, foods, and outfits, so they can create art with their favorite characters and stories. It’s an easy, professionally guided way for kids to learn a new craft through hours of entertainment, so you can cross a few things off of your to-do list instead of hearing, “I’m so bored!” all day long.

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Animation Camp
teaches the fundamentals
of stop motion that are essential

This stop motion specific contract is backed by years of trial and error through tons of stop motion client projects. Your contract will protect and serve you so you can focus on creative.

$99.00

stop motion contract

Your beginner stop motion guide is here! Are you ready to learn how to animate in natural light in the comfort of your own home? It’s time to level up your content with movement.

free

stop Motion guide

From your services and creative process to timelines and animation-specific business policies, this clear and customizable template will safeguard your client project and your time.