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19 : Expressions and external documents PDF Print E-mail

 

This tutorial explores how to set up an external text document to drive content for items like lower thirds and interstitials.

Many thanks to my friend Maltaannon for the idea to use the #include statement.

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18 : Introduction To Trapcode Form PDF Print E-mail

 

Produced for Studio Daily, Learn the basics on Trapcode Form, including basic shapes, color control and audio reactors.

To learn more about Trapcode Form, visit Toolfarm to check out my Form traning.

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17 : Retro Style Graphics PDF Print E-mail

 

This After Effects tutorial will show you how to take your modern day tools and turn back the dial to the styles of the past.

Download the graymachine 3D preset and the BadTV preset.

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15 : RGB to HSL Expressions PDF Print E-mail

 

This was an area that I couldn't find much reference on, so I researched it myself with the goal of making a lesson about it: the rgbToHsl & hslToRgb expression terms.  This After Effects tutorial uses Radio Waves to show the usefulness of these powerful expression terms.

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14 : Particular 4D Fractal PDF Print E-mail

 

Learn how to create a smoky / plasma look with Particular. This is one of the many chapters from the training DVD: Complete Training for Trapcode Particular.

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13 : Particular Halftone Effect PDF Print E-mail

 

Here's a cool effect that you can do with Trapcode Particular.  Thinking outside of what we usually do with particle generators, this tutorial explores how to create a "Halftone effect"

This is one of many tutorials from the DVD Complete Training for Trapcode Particular.

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12 : Making It Look Great 3 for ProAnimator Users PDF Print E-mail

 

In Making It Look Great 3, I created an animated a glassy Earth as a part of the design using 3D Invigorator. Here is how to produce that same Earth in ProAnimator.

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11 : Music Editing in After Effects PDF Print E-mail

 

Sometimes it is simply quicker to do a basic music edit in After Effects.  Here's a few tips and tricks that will help you with your next project.

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10 : Reviving AE Lens Flares PDF Print E-mail

 

Breath new life or make a retro look with standard AE Lens Flare by using Shape Layers and Trapcode Shine.

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09 : Advanced Tracking & Replacing PDF Print E-mail


Learn how to tackle a challenging shot that requires tracking, roto, and object replacement. You'll quickly see how After Effects can really be a powerful and easy to use visual effects tool.

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08 : Expressions 101 PDF Print E-mail

 

Afraid of Expressions? If you are confused by even basic expression tutorials, start here.  This will explain what expressions do (and don't do).  Also, how to apply expressions you've found, and how to troubleshoot them when you get errors.

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Learn more about After Effects Expressions

 
07 : Particle Orientation in Trapcode Particular PDF Print E-mail

 

In Trapcode Particular, particles always face the camera.  Here's a limited solution will help you get around that limitation.

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06 : Tracking and Replacing PDF Print E-mail

 

Learn the basics on tracking and replacing an object in After Effects.

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05 : Text Effects with Set Matte PDF Print E-mail

 I use this technique all the time.  This is a great way to make some interesting effects using Set Matte in conjunction with other effects like blur and colorama.

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I expanded on this in an article that was in the October 07 issue of Digital Arts

 
04 : The Grunge Tutorial PDF Print E-mail

 In this tutorial,you'll learn how to use Track Mattes to add texture to your text.  Also, a trick on how to trigger a camera wobble.

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03 : Pie Charts with Expressions PDF Print E-mail

 

Pie Charts are tedious.  Make them a lot easier with expressions!!

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02 : Looping Techniques in After Effects PDF Print E-mail

 

Learn some basic techniques on looping footage as well as looping keyframes.

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01 : Simple Background with Cell Pattern and Mosaic PDF Print E-mail

 

A very early tutorial that I did for beginners. Learn how to create a colorful and dynamic background with Cell Pattern, Mosaic and Colorama.

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