Mesmerize: Create Mind-Bending GIFs with After Effects and Photoshop

Dive into the captivating world of looping animations! This course unlocks the secrets behind creating mesmerizing, seamless motion graphics that hold viewers' attention. You'll master the underlying animation theory and gain practical skills using industry-standard software: Adobe After Effects and Photoshop.

Learn to transform short, 1-2 second GIFs into captivating animations that feel like they could play on repeat. We'll explore techniques for creating compelling illusions and animating effectively within both After Effects and Photoshop. Discover how to even incorporate basic After Effects scripting to enhance your animations.

By the end of this course, you'll have crafted short, highly engaging animations designed for endless looping. This isn't just about GIF creation; it's about developing a foundational understanding of motion graphics and animation.

While familiarity with Adobe apps is helpful, it's not a prerequisite. For a deeper dive into visual illusions, consider my Illusions of Depth Layer Art course – a fantastic foundation for this class.

What you'll be able to create:

• Seamlessly looping animations
• Engaging GIFs with extended visual appeal
• Animations that utilize visual illusions
• Short, captivating motion graphics

Looking to expand your animation skills? Explore my other animation classes for more advanced techniques!