Introduction To Animating In After Effects (Part 1)

Unlock the World of Motion Graphics with After Effects!

Are you curious about animation and motion design but intimidated by Adobe After Effects? Or perhaps you've dabbled but feel lost in its features? "Introduction To Animating In After Effects (Part 1)" is your perfect starting point. This course is designed for graphic designers, illustrators, and anyone with a passion for bringing visuals to life, even with no prior experience.

This comprehensive series provides a solid foundation in After Effects fundamentals, empowering you to confidently create your own animated projects. Taught by Morgan Williams, a seasoned animator with over 25 years of professional experience and nearly 10 years teaching animation, you'll learn practical, efficient workflows and industry-standard techniques. We go beyond just the software, connecting After Effects techniques to core animation principles for a well-rounded understanding.

In Part 1, you'll master:

• After Effects Workspace: Navigate the project window, composition window, and timeline window with ease.
• Shape Layers: Learn to create and manipulate shape layers for dynamic visuals.
• Layer Properties: Understand and control essential layer properties: anchor point, position, scale, rotation, and opacity.
• Basic Animation: Grasp fundamental animation procedures and principles.
• Keyframing: Create and edit keyframes to drive movement and change.
• Timing & Spacing: Control the rhythm and flow of your animation with precise timing and spacing.
• Ease In/Ease Out: Add smooth acceleration and deceleration using ease in and ease out techniques.
• Easy Eases: Apply easy eases for more natural-looking motion.
• Hold Keyframes: Utilize hold keyframes for precise control.
• Motion Paths: Edit motion paths to create complex and dynamic movement.
• Audio Integration: Work with audio to enhance your animations.
• Audio Sync: Learn the importance of audio sync and how to achieve it.
• Importing Audio: Master audio import techniques.
• Markers: Use markers to time your tracks effectively.
• Rendering: Complete and render your animation for final output.

Software Requirement: You'll need Adobe After Effects CC2018 (v15) or higher. CC2018 (v15) is recommended; CC2019 (v16) may have compatibility issues at this time.

This After Effects course is the ideal way to begin your journey into motion graphics and animation design.