Basics: Introduction to After Effects
Course 1: Understanding After Effects: The Timeline
By Evan Abrams , Motion Graphics Designer and Visual Effects Artist
About the video: The Timeline
Overview
“If the composition window is where you change things in space, the timeline is how you will change things over time. This is where the keyframes will live and where you will interact with the order and properties of layers. Each layer also has many toggles and switches, making for an incredibly dense UI. Take this lesson slowly and get comfortable with this interface so you can find your way around as you work. ”
In this video lesson Evan Abrams addresses the topic: The Timeline, which is part of the Domestika online course: Course 1: Understanding After Effects. Learn the fundamentals of motion design with Adobe After Effects in this comprehensive course taught by industry expert Evan Abrams, perfect for enhancing your skills in creating dynamic visual content.
Partial transcription of the video
“The next place we must talk about is the timeline. This is where we create animation, change our layer order, and manipulate our layers over time. In this unit, we will learn how to navigate and manipulate this space so you can be comfortable, with what you're seeing in this very dense part of the interface. Let's get into After Effects and have a look. So the timeline is down here at the bottom. This is the timeline area. You can see we have a list of all the things that we've put into our composition. Everything represented out here visually is also represented in this big list. The first...”
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Course summary for: Course 1: Understanding After Effects
Evan Abrams
By Evan Abrams
Evan Abrams is a prominent motion graphics designer and visual effects artist with a solid track record in the industry. He has collaborated with well-known brands and worked on creating impactful visual content for renowned companies.
His passion for design and animation has led him to specialize in Adobe After Effects, a software he considers his main tool for bringing creative ideas to life. With a broad vision and an innovative approach, Evan is dedicated to sharing his knowledge and experience with those who wish to explore the world of motion graphics.
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