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After Effects Guru: Using Generator Effects

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Overview

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Learn how to create engaging backgrounds, repeating graphic elements, textured 2D and 3D type treatments, and map-based infographics with After Effects generator effects.

Syllabus

Introduction
  • Welcome
  • What you should know before watching this course
  • Using the exercise files
1. Generating Graphic Backgrounds
  • Creating loopable abstract backgrounds with Cell Pattern
  • Generating animated stripes
  • Creating animated circular graphics
  • Colorizing background elements
2. Creating Graphic Elements
  • Tying elements together with the Beam effect
  • Animating repeating shapes with CC Threads
  • Electrifying graphics with Advanced Lightning
  • Refining Advanced Lightning animations
  • Smoothing gradients to remove banding
3. Project: Map Animation
  • Stylizing maps with gradients
  • Animating graticules with Grid
  • Path animations with Stroke & Vegas
  • Animating type with Write-on
  • Highlighting areas with Radio Waves
4. Adding Style to Graphics
  • Adding highlights to 2D text
  • Creating highlights on 3D text
  • Blending composites with Eyedropper Fill
  • Tasteful depth with CC Light Sweep & Lens Flare
Conclusion
  • Goodbye

Taught by

Ian Robinson

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