Generating a Custom Grain Pass
How to use generate grain that matches the original plate to use to regrain paintwork or graphics that are currently grainless.
This summary is AI generated
Learning Outcomes:
- Generate matching grain for footage
- Adjust grain settings for optimal results
- Apply grain selectively to specific areas
Level: Advanced
Skills you'll gain:
After Effects, Grain, Blending, Adjustment
Key Insights
- Use a 50% gray solid for grain generation.
- Select appropriate noise source layer for accurate grain.
- Manual sampling improves grain quality over automatic settings.
- Adjust sample size to enhance grain realism.
- Utilize linear light blending mode for grain application.
- Set mat effect helps control grain application areas.
- Link sample points to maintain consistent grain intensity.
- Compare original footage to ensure grain matches.
- Use screenshots for reference during grain adjustments.
- Fine-tune opacity to blend grain seamlessly.
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