The goal was to create an atmospheric title sequence using only the built-in Adobe After Effects tools and without using any external images or footage. Firstly we wanted faded lines, akin to fiber optics, to be emitted horizontally from the side of the screen. After experimenting with CC Particle World using the default lines it […]
The goal was to create an atmospheric title sequence using only the built-in Adobe After Effects tools and without using any external images or footage. After some initial layout sketches were done, several scene compositions were created using just circular Shape layers. Using Layer Styles, adding a combination of Inner Glow and Outer Glow it […]
The goal was to create an atmospheric title sequence using only the built-in Adobe After Effects tools and without using any external images or footage. Firstly, admittedly, Adobe Illustrator was used to create the lozenge shapes which were imported into After Effects. Though, to animate these they had to be converted into Shape layers inside […]
Close-up or medium shot? High angle or POV shot? What type of camera angle is best? We break down the basic camera shot types so you can storyboard your video or animation sequence with confidence! For video makers, film directors and animators using the correct, conventional camera terminology is key to giving the impression that […]
Creating cool animations in After Effects is often really quite straightforward, but to make things even easier you’ll want to be using these handy tips and expressions. We’ve spent years creating motion graphics and animated sequences, so we thought we’d share our go-to, time-saving pointers – the shortcuts we use all the time! Included in […]
Turn your footage into 8mm film! In the realm of visual storytelling, the allure of vintage film formats endures, with 8 mm and Super 8 standing as iconic representatives of a bygone era. These compact films, once threaded through mechanical reels, capture moments with an intimate graininess that speaks to the artistry of analog recording. […]
Turn your footage into a silent movie! Creating a vintage silent movie look in After Effects involves emulating the characteristics of early film, such as black and white imagery, vignetting and film grain. Here’s a step-by-step guide to achieve this effect: Step 1: Import Footage Step 2: Convert to Black and White Step 3: Adjust […]
What is double exposure? Double exposure is a photographic technique that involves exposing a single frame of film or digital sensor to multiple images. Traditionally achieved by taking two separate photographs on the same frame, this technique results in a merged image where the elements from both exposures coexist in a single frame. This effect […]
If you want to add digital glitch effects to your text or logo then After Effects is the perfect place to do it. As a video manipulation program, creating digital distortions comes easy, and there are plenty of different techniques to choose from – all using After Effects’ built-in effects. Quick Links: Tutorial Text | […]
In this After Effects tutorial, we create a responsive box behind text using just the text layer itself. No shape layers are needed. Perfect for quick and easy social media caption overlays. Step 1: Add a Fill effect Add a Generate > Fill effect and choose your box color. Step 2: Add a Shift Channels […]
