Udemy - Animation In After Effects (Full Version)

2D and 3D animation techniques, including lip-syncing cartoon characters, lighting and creating custom special effects.

In this Adobe After Effects CC course, you will learn a variety of 2D and 3D animation techniques, from lip-syncing cartoon characters to lighting 3D scenes. You will also learn how to create unique special effects for video and custom motion graphics. This course includes several practice files so that you can follow along with the instructor.

This is the ideal online class if you want to learn how to rig and animate a cartoon character. You will even learn how to record a character voice! You will also learn the basics of 3D animation using Cinema 4D Lite. “Animation In After Effects (Full Version)” provides you with the foundation to create your own original animation.

In addition to 2D and 3D animation techniques, this online class will teach you how to create credits, animate lower thirds, color correct video footage and create original special effects. You will also learn how to use and customize the preset animation and effects in After Effects to save you time. Other topics include how to turn a video into a cartoon and tips for animating text.

You will also learn how to render an After Effects project for mobile devices (including the iPad and Android) the web, DVD, and Blu-ray disc. This course also teaches you how to interlace, an important step for preparing your After Effects project for video on demand so that you can submit it to Netflix, iTunes, Hulu and other outlets.


If you're interested in learning After Effects to make your own cartoon, enhance your film project, start your career in motion graphics, create a unique video to promote your business or spice up your YouTube page, this class can help you realize your creative goals.