Fundamentals of Animation in After Effects
Animation Basics: The Interface
A course by Michael Tierney , Motion Designer
About the video: Animation Basics: The Interface
Overview
“Here I will explain the layout of After Effects. Think of this as a tour around the panels and buttons you need to know to make your journey through this course as smooth as possible.”
In this video lesson Michael Tierney addresses the topic: Animation Basics: The Interface, which is part of the Domestika online course: Fundamentals of Animation in After Effects. Master the basics of animation and motion graphics to create a unique showreel with After Effects.
Partial transcription of the video
“In this lesson, I'll talk you through the basics of After Effects. So think of this as your tour around the different panels and buttons in the software. And if you've never used it before, This lesson is aimed at making your journey through the different lessons as smooth as possible. So let's jump in and I'll show you how. So I'm using version 17.7 in 2021 here. And the main toolbar is at the top here, so you can just hover of whichever tools you like. So the selection tool, and their hand too. So first we'll have to create a new composition, so we can have a Create one here. or we can cl...”
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Course summary for: Fundamentals of Animation in After Effects
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3D & Animation -
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Adobe After Effects -
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Animation, Digital Design, Motion Graphics, Photography Post-production, Portfolio Development

Michael Tierney
A course by Michael Tierney
Michael Tierney is a motion designer, traveller, and speaker. Inspired by the new countries and cultures he encounters during his travels, he creates motion graphics and animations that are fun, colorful, and engaging using After Effects and Cinema 4D.
Following a decade in the industry working for a range of high-profile brands like Nike and Sony, Michael began working as a freelance motion designer focused on promoting social enterprises and organizations built on strong ethical principles.
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