Learn The Basics Of Adobe AfterEffects To Create a Moving Portrait

Learn the Fundamentals of Adobe After Effects

This course provides a practical introduction to Adobe After Effects, perfect for those familiar with layered applications like Photoshop, Illustrator, and Fresco. Whether you're a seasoned video editor looking to expand your skillset from Premiere Pro or a complete beginner curious about motion graphics, this class will equip you with the essential skills to start creating dynamic visuals.

We'll build a moving portrait project from the ground up, learning core After Effects concepts along the way. Even if you have no prior experience with compositing software, I'll break down everything into easy-to-understand steps.

Here's what you'll master:

• Project Setup: Creating a new After Effects project and organizing your files.
• Media Management: Importing media and establishing a clear workflow for your project.
• Interface Overview: A concise look at the After Effects interface and its key components.
• Composition & Layers: Creating and nesting compositions and understanding the role of layers.
• Layer Types: Exploring different layer types and their specific applications.
• Keyboard Shortcuts: Boost your efficiency with essential keyboard shortcuts for faster navigation.
• Keyframing Basics: Understanding and applying keyframing to animate position, scale, and placement in 2D space.
• Keying & Masking: Introduction to the basics of keying and masking for visual effects.

This course won't cover everything After Effects can do – it's a vast program! – but it will provide you with the foundational skills and vocabulary to confidently begin using its core functions. If you've found After Effects confusing or overwhelming, this is the perfect starting point.

What you'll need:

• The latest version of Adobe After Effects (Creative Cloud membership recommended).
• An active internet connection.
• At least a few gigabytes of free space on your computer to download project footage.

[DOWNLOAD THE FOOTAGE HERE TO FOLLOW ALONG](link to footage)