School of Motion Courses

Harnessing the Power of AI Art

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Explore AI art's potential in design and animation. Learn how AI tools work, create with Midjourney, and discuss ethics and future applications in this insightful overview.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

3D Design with Spline

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Learn to create, animate, and export 3D designs using Spline, a free browser-based tool. Covers basics, materials, lighting, modeling, and importing for beginners and experienced designers alike.

• YouTube
• 44 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Rigging a Character with Duik Bassel in After Effects

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Master character rigging in After Effects using Duik Bassel. Learn to create structures, set up limbs, and animate efficiently with this powerful tool for 2D character animation.

• YouTube
• 42 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

How to Rig a 3D Model in Cinema 4D

Learn to rig a 3D character in Cinema 4D, covering antenna, body, and wing rigging, user data setup, mirroring techniques, and organization tips for efficient character animation.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 4 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Use Shape Layers and Easing to Create a Complex Wave Animation - Intro to Animation and After Effects

Learn to create complex wave animations in After Effects using shape layers, tiling, keyframe easing, and blending modes. Master techniques for dynamic, visually striking motion graphics without complicated processes.

• YouTube
• 46 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Intro to Interactive Animation in Rive - UI Animation Tool

Explore UI animation with Rive: Learn Figma design, Rive's features, and interactive animation techniques. Gain skills for creating engaging web and app experiences as a motion designer.

• YouTube
• 39 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Create an Eye Reveal Animation Using Blend Modes, Shape Layers and Parenting

Learn to create an eye reveal animation using blend modes, shape layers, and parenting in After Effects. Master techniques for crafting unique visuals and fluid motion in this hands-on tutorial.

• YouTube
• 40 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Create This Viral VFX Shot - After Effects Compositing Tricks

Learn to recreate viral VFX shots using After Effects compositing techniques. Master filming, keying, looping, and adding impact effects to create stunning visual illusions for social media videos.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

3D Character Design in Illustrator - Turn Your 2D Designs into 3D

Learn to transform 2D vector art into 3D character designs using Illustrator. Explore texture mapping, 3D modeling techniques, and exporting to other 3D applications for enhanced design capabilities.

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Graph Editor - Perfect Ball Bounce - Animation in After Effects

Master the graph editor in After Effects to create realistic ball bounce animations. Learn timing, spacing, and advanced techniques for smooth, professional-looking motion graphics.

• YouTube
• 39 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Animation in After Effects - The Power of Animation Principles

Explore animation principles and After Effects basics, including interface navigation, shape creation, keyframing, and spacing techniques for impactful animations.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Getting Started with Pyro Fire Simulation

Explore Cinema 4D's new Pyro fire simulation system. Learn to create, customize, and render realistic and stylized fire and smoke effects using various tools and techniques.

• YouTube
• 47 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

How to Design Titles - Compositing and Composition - Design Hacks for Video Editors

Learn to design compelling titles using grid layouts, stabilization, roto, keying, and the Rule of Thirds in After Effects. Master advanced techniques for creating professional-looking video titles without relying on presets or templates.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Tips to Choose and Layout Fonts - Design Hacks for Video Editors

Learn essential font selection and layout techniques for video editors, including contrast, simplicity, hierarchy, and measurement units. Improve your design skills with practical tips and guidelines.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Choosing Colors That Pop - Design Hacks for Video Editors

Learn to choose impactful colors for video design using Value Structure. Enhance readability, make designs pop, and eliminate guesswork in color selection for more effective visual communication.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video