Animation for Typographic Compositions
The infinite wave in Cinema 4D Lite
A course by Holke 79 , Graphic Designer
Joined June 2015
About the video: The infinite wave in Cinema 4D Lite
Overview
“Since we have broken the ice with Cinema 4D, in the following exercise we will use another transformer to give an extruded typeface a movement similar to the waves of the sea.”
In this video lesson Holke 79 addresses the topic: The infinite wave in Cinema 4D Lite, which is part of the Domestika online course: Animation for Typographic Compositions. Learn the techniques to animate your typographic designs and share them on social media.
Partial transcription of the video
“Let's dive into creating another animation in Cinema 4D. This time. we'll animate typography to resemble ocean waves. Although it might initially appear complex. you'll find it surprisingly simple by steps I'll guide you through. With practice. you'll master this technique effortlessly. Bows are you. To start a new Cinema 4D project. simply navigate to File > New. This is the initial step in crafting your Cinema 4D opens. and we're already inside. First. what we need to do is set up our scene. In this context. where splines are text. the text is managed with standard controls found in any d...”
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Course summary for: Animation for Typographic Compositions
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Category
3D & Animation, Calligraphy & Typography -
Software
Adobe After Effects, Cinema 4D -
Areas
3D Animation, Animation, Kinetic Typography, Typography

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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