Basics: Introduction to After Effects
Course 5: Shape Layers: Adding, Converting, and Understanding Shape Layers
By Evan Abrams , Motion Graphics Designer and Visual Effects Artist
About the video: Adding, Converting, and Understanding Shape Layers
Overview
“Shape layers are how you create and interact with vector graphics inside After Effects. A solid understanding of the shape layer system will help you create assets inside the app and bring them to life procedurally. But first, you need to understand how to create and convert the artwork as shape layers. ”
In this video lesson Evan Abrams addresses the topic: Adding, Converting, and Understanding Shape Layers, which is part of the Domestika online course: Course 5: Shape Layers. Dive into the world of vector graphics! Learn to create scalable assets and master shape layers with practical, step-by-step guidance..
Partial transcription of the video
“After Effects can create a special type of layer that holds vector graphics. They're a great way make infinitely scalable assets right inside the app. these shape layers can be a little complex, but if we build our understanding of them slowly and always keep their internal structures in mind, It will all be fine. Let's open up After Effects and get into it. So first, how do we create shape layers? Well, we want to come up to our creation tools, which as we've discussed are the shapes, the pen, and then the text. First two are the ones we're interested in. So if you click and hold, you see ...”
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Course summary for: Course 5: Shape Layers
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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