Introduction to Motion Design and Animation Curves in After Effects
Introduction Layers
A course by Holke 79 , Graphic Designer
Joined June 2015
About the video: Introduction Layers
Overview
“In this lesson we are going to introduce ourselves in the layering system in After Effects. We will see the basic attributes of every layer in AE such as anchor point , position, scale, rotation and opacity . We will also see what a Null object and to finish, we will attack the theme of the Shape layers or shape layers (vectors). ”
In this video lesson Holke 79 addresses the topic: Introduction Layers, which is part of the Domestika online course: Introduction to Motion Design and Animation Curves in After Effects. Learn to create sleek motion systems to give your animations personality and intent.
Partial transcription of the video
“In this lesson we will make an introduction to the layering system in After Effects. We will see the basic attributes of the layers in After Effects, what is a Null Object and we will enter the Shape Layers. Go for it. Let's start over from the beginning. We have opened After Effects and we will recreate a new composition to return a little, repeat a little, those who are starting in After Effects will be good for you Let us repeat the operations over and over again. One of the ways would be in this button here so big that I have, New Composition, we click. So here, remember, I can name it,...”
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Course summary for: Introduction to Motion Design and Animation Curves in After Effects
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Category
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Areas
Animation, Kinetic Typography, Motion Graphics

Holke 79
A course by Holke 79
Borja is a graphic designer specialized in motion graphics from San Sebastián, Spain. He studied journalism at the University of San Pablo in Madrid, but he soon discovered that his passion was in graphic design. After taking courses in design and animation, he began to work as a broadcast designer for TV networks like Canal+, creating motion graphics for sports matches like El Clásico (Real Madrid versus FC Barcelona) and Copa América.
He worked as a senior motion designer for Saffron Brand Consultants in Madrid, where he helped brands build their visual identity through animation. In 2019, after over a decade of working in motion design, Borja started his own motion graphic design company, Holke 79. Some of his projects include online campaigns for Converse, Aerosmith’s Last Vegas residency, an official lyrics video for Green Day, and a number of animated graphics for TV shows.
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