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Kyle Hamrick

Motion | Creative & Technical Direction

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Intermediate Animation Techniques

Learn to smooth and refine your animations, building upon all you've learned to create a stylish animated product ad. This section includes a 3D model to take your work to a whole new dimension!

Learning Outcomes:

  • Understand motion's role in communication
  • Apply keyframe techniques for dynamic animations
  • Utilize 3D space for enhanced visuals

Level: Beginner

Skills you'll gain:

After Effects, Animation, 3D Modeling, Keyframing

Key Insights

  • Motion adds context and meaning to designs.
  • Use overshoot and anticipation for energetic animations.
  • Control keyframe interpolation for smoother transitions.
  • Separate dimensions for precise movement control.
  • Utilize the graph editor for custom easing.
  • Animate text and shapes to enhance storytelling.
  • Experiment with 3D objects for depth in designs.
  • Lighting can significantly affect the realism of 3D models.
  • Be intentional with movement choices for stronger impact.
  • Practice and experimentation are key to mastering animation.