Mixing After Effects and Cinema 4D

Overview

Discover how to enhance 3D renders by combining After Effects and Cinema 4D in this 49-minute tutorial. Learn to export unpolished models from Cinema 4D and refine them in After Effects, adding style and flair to your 3D creations. Follow along as freelance artist and Creative Director Jordan Bergren guides you through the process, covering topics such as breaking down the C4D project, rendering multipasses, compositing in After Effects, and adding various elements like backgrounds, ribbons, lighting, and graphics. Gain insights into camera adjustments, top-level modifications, and bonus techniques to elevate your 3D animations. Download the provided project files to practice and perfect your skills in this exciting blend of 3D modeling and motion graphics.

Syllabus

- Intro
- Breakdown of The C4D Project
- Rendering Multipasses Out of C4D
- Starting The Composition In After Effects
- Background Elements
- Center Elements
- Ribbon Elements
- Lighting Elements
- Camera and Top Level Adjustments
- Graphic Elements
- Bonus
- Outro