Creative Workshops
Mini Kinos
Mini Kinos is an interdisciplinary artistic workshop where storytelling and stop-motion animation come together. Through hands-on activities children explore visual storytelling by reimagining classic books and bringing characters to life. Our workshops foster creativity, experimentation, and self-expression, blending art, technology, and imagination into a unique learning experience!
By engaging in these creative processes, children not only develop technical skills in film and animation but also enhance their ability to think critically, collaborate, and express their ideas visually. Mini Kinos encourages young creators to see stories from new perspectives, write their own versions, and turn their imagination into animated adventures.
Our Story
Founded in January 2025 by Sinem Taş, a multimedia artist and PhD student at the Faculty of Fine Arts, Lisbon University, Mini Kinos was created to inspire creativity through storytelling and hands-on learning. Combining children's books with photography and stop-motion animation, our workshops invite kids to experiment, animate, and bring stories to life—encouraging imagination, self-expression, and visual storytelling.
Our Motivation
Stories spark creativity, and at Mini Kinos, we bring them to life through stop-motion animation. Children reinterpret beloved books, creating animated tales using paper, fabric, leaves, flowers, stones, and other natural materials. Our workshops encourage imagination, storytelling skills, and the endless possibilities of visual expression.
About Me
Artist / Filmmaker / Mini Kinos Founder
I am a multimedia artist, filmmaker, and PhD student in Multimedia Art at the Faculty of Fine Arts, Lisbon University.
In January 2025, I founded Mini Kinos, a creative workshop project that introduces children to storytelling through film, photography, and multimedia arts. Since moving to Portugal in 2014, I have been actively producing artistic work and collaborating on various projects. Through Mini Kinos, I encourage children to walk in their imagination, experiment with artistic techniques, and express themselves in new ways. I believe every child has a unique story to tell, and this project provides the space and tools to bring their ideas to life in a fun and collaborative environment.
More about me and my artistic work can be found on my website
Meet Our Team
Our team is made up of dedicated professionals, including filmmakers and teachers, who bring expertise and passion to every project. Together, we create inspiring experiences that blend storytelling, education, and creativity.
Lena Wan
Photographer / Filmmaker / Set Photographer
As a visual artist and filmmaker, Lena Wan leads Mini Kinos workshops, introducing children to film, photography, and multimedia arts. Specializing in fashion, commercial, and portrait photography, she has worked with clients like Calvin Klein, Chloe, Marc Jacobs, Adidas, and Swire Property International Group, with features in Vogue and Elle. As the set photographer for Rabo de Peixe (Seasons 2 & 3), she captures cinematic storytelling.
Daniela Antunes
Artist / Teacher / Tutor
A trained percussionist, Daniela Antunes brings creativity to life through movement, storytelling, and hands-on artistic expression. Currently, in addition to working as a percussion teacher, she is a stop-motion animation tutor with Mini Kinos, inspiring young creatives to explore the magic of animation while deepening her knowledge of visual storytelling and artistic education.
What do parents say?
Hi Sinem & Ela,
Thank you for the videos. They are so lovely and we enjoyed watching them together with the kids. My son was very proud of telling us when he could hear his voice :)
Thank you for your care and creativity
Best,
Parent, Lisbon
Following the Carnaval Camp / 3-5 March 2025
''Acabei de ver o vídeo do Principezinho e está simplesmente maravilhoso! 🥰 Ficou com um toque tão especial, dá para ver o carinho e dedicação de todos. A minha filha adorou e eu também, fiquei encantada! Muito obrigada por partilharem este momento tão bonito. Mal podemos esperar para a próxima oficina. ''
Parent, Lisbon
Following the Carnaval Camp / 3-5 March 2025
Querida Sinem,
Muito obrigada pelo e-mail e pelo vídeo. Adoramos a experiência e divulgamos por todos os amigos. Vamos fazer muitas experiências cá em casa, tenho a certeza.
A tua simpatia é boa disposição foram uma maravilha e contribuíram ainda mais para nós sentirmos tão bem.
Obrigada também à Daniela que nos acompanhou com tanta paciência e sempre com um sorriso.
Um grande abraço, até breve!
Júlia
Parent, Tomar
Family Workshops / 12 Abril 2025
''Muito obrigada. A minha filha adorou os dois dias que esteve aí convosco. Vou inscrevê-la mais vezes ❤️ . ''
Parent, Lisbon
Following the Carnaval Camp / 3-5 March 2025
A minha filha tem realmente um olhar atento e uma criatividade incrível – quem sabe, talvez uma futura realizadora de filmes! Obrigada por partilharem isso comigo, fez o meu dia. E um enorme agradecimento pelo excelente trabalho destes últimos dias! Um beijinho grande para vocês também e até breve!
Parent, Lisbon
Following the Carnaval Camp / 3-5 March 2025