Unlock the full potential of native 3D in After Effects by bringing Blender into your toolkit. This comprehensive course takes you from beginner to pro, guiding you step-by-step to create a stunning promotional video.
Starts October 30, 2024
Learn how to leverage After Effects’ 3D features and boost your motion graphics by integrating the powerful, free Blender software into your workflow. You’ll model and texture in Blender, then import and animate 3D assets in After Effects to craft professional-grade promo videos.
We’ll cover After Effects’ native 3D capabilities, including 3D model import, Image-Based Lighting, converting 2D shapes to 3D layers, and the Advanced 3D Renderer. You’ll pick up tricks for compositing, using effects, and styling to get the most out of After Effects. Discover clever workarounds to overcome software limitations and create impressive visuals with available tools.
Animation is big in this course. You’ll learn how to apply key principles to 2D and 3D, master complex morphing, create smooth transitions, and breathe life into static designs. By the end, you’ll be crafting amazing scenes that mix 2D and 3D in ways you didn’t think possible in After Effects.
Create, manipulate, and animate complex 3D scenes right in After Effects. No need to leave your favorite software.
Follow along as we guide you through the step-by-step creation of a professional-grade promo video, from concept to final polish
With minimum tools, we’ll teach you how to create motion that looks great and works for all skill levels. We focus on animation basics and methods that make your work look pro.
6 lectures / 8h+
Jump into 3D in After Effects and Blender. Learn to model, make custom HDRIs, and set up cool 3D lighting in After Effects. You’ll get comfortable moving 3D objects around, setting up scenes, and creating lighting that makes your work pop.
Take your animation skills further with advanced techniques. Create transitions that look real and physical. Learn to put 3D environments and shadows together, and mix different lighting styles to make colorful, dynamic scenes that grab attention.
Design complex 3D transitions that wow your audience. Level up your compositing with tricky masking, 2D textures, and displacement effects. Add moving backgrounds that fit with your main elements for a polished, pro look.
Take your skills to the max with advanced transitions using complex morphing and animation principles. Learn post-processing tricks to make your visuals shine, and put the finishing touches on your project with color grading and effects that make your work stand out.
If unhappy with the tool, you can request a refund within 14 days after the purchase and get every cent back. Tool purchased before the actual starting date refund can be requested up to 14 days after the first installation. Note: not applicable if purchased with a discount coupon
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