Basics: Introduction to After Effects

Overview

“3D scenes in After Effects are simulations of our natural world. That means you can add lights and cast shadows for more realistic looks and interactions between the objects. There are many forms of lights, each with unique properties and purposes. You’ll get familiar with how light and layers interact so you can craft scenes with more visual interest as these elements interact. ”

In this video lesson Evan Abrams addresses the topic: Light and Shadow, which is part of the Domestika online course: Course 6: Mastering 3D Effects. Dive deep into the world of 3D in After Effects and transform your visual storytelling skills with expert techniques..

Partial transcription of the video

“In After Effects, when we make our little 3D scenes, we're making a little simulation. That means that 3D layers, like real objects, have the ability to absorb and block light. So for a more realistic scene, we can simply add lights to the scene and cast shadows around. Let's get back into After Effects and have a look. Here is our little scene. We have a text layer out here, we have a couple of purple solids, and we have a camera. Everything is 3D, but it's a little bit difficult to tell where the wall begins and the floor ends because they're both just super flat right now. So I'm going t...”

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Course summary for: Course 6: Mastering 3D Effects

• Level: Beginner
• 11 students
• 7 units
• 7 lessons (1h 4m)
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