After Effects Training Videos - Tutorials

Author: George Maestri | Running Time: 4.25 hours | Training Level : Intermediate

Filmmakers of all kinds are exploring new digital tools for creating animated content. After Effects CS3: Animating Characters follows the creation of a short animated film, from storyboard through final output, using After Effects CS3. George Maestri uses a one-minute monster movie to showcase the new Puppet tool, along with many other techniques for animating characters in After Effects. He covers lip syncing, creating segmented characters with movable joints, and employing special effects. George demonstrates in detail how to create individual scenes and shots, and offers insight into how to pull the pieces together to form a cohesive production. Familiarity with After Effects is recommended. Exercise files accompany the course.

Author: Chad Perkins | Running Time: 11.75 Hours | Training Level : Beginner

In After Effects CS3 Effects, Adobe Certified Instructor Chad Perkins explores the basic purposes and practical uses of each of the application’s effects. He teaches in detail how to apply every native effect, covering 3D Channel effects, Blur & Sharpen effects, using channels for blending and reflections, color correction, distortion, particle systems, and keying. This training is essential for those who want to push After Effects CS3 to its limits. Exercise files accompany the course.

Author: Ko Maruyama | Running Time: 7 hours | Training Level : Intermediate / Advanced

Get ready to dive in deeper than basic editing and compositing with these entertaining and educational Adobe After Effects Training videos on the advanced feature set in After Effects. You'll explore the 3D environment to understand better how to work with 3D cameras and add realistic lighting and shadows. Plus, test drive tools that you may have never ventured to try before, such as painting and keying. Ko wraps up the course with a closer look at the all new Puppetry and Shapes tools. This Training course is presented in HD quality video and is available by subscription to the online service.

Author: Ko Maruyama | Running Time: 9.17 hours | Training Level : Beginner

Discover the world of animation with these After Effects CS3 Training Essentials. Hosted by professional animator Ko Maruyama, these training videos focus on new features and essential tools, tutorials include Shape Layers, the Puppet Tool and Brainstorm. You'll also learn how to use many of the new effects found in After Effects CS3 as well as how to import Photoshop Layer Styles. Learn the tricks you need to get on your way to producing high-end animations. These tutorials are presented using HD video.

Author: Chad Perkins | Running Time: 9.75 hours | Training Level : Intermediate

After Effects CS3 Professional Beyond the Basics shows how to take After Effects to the next level. Instructor Chad Perkins teaches techniques for bringing photos to life with displacement, crafting fire and water effects with Fractal Noise, mastering masks, using the other puppet tools, creating a lightsaber fight, running the gamut of expressions, and taking advantage of advanced 3D options. Chad shares his best tips and tricks for mastering After Effects CS3 Professional, and takes viewers through each of the program's advanced features. Exercise files accompany the tutorials. An excellent training DVD for users who already have a working knowledge of Adobe After Effects CS3.

Author: Chad Perkins | Running Time: 9.25 hours | Training Level : Beginner

From creating simple animation to integrating Photoshop, Illustrator, and Flash files, After Effects CS3 Professional Training Essentials explores the possibilities available using the motion graphics and animation features in After Effects. Adobe Certified Instructor Chad Perkins teaches the fundamentals of managing the timeline, working with 3D layers, creating projects for iPods and mobile devices, and more. Using numerous hands-on visual effects and motion graphics exercises, these tutorials teach the skills necessary for mastering After Effects tools and workflow processes. Chad even devotes an entire chapter to using After Effects and Photoshop together effectively. Exercise files accompany the tutorials.