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Ian Robinson

A seasoned motion graphics designer, educator, and creative director.

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Motion Tracking

Tie graphic elements to other elements in a scene so it tracks within footage.

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Learning Outcomes:

  • Utilize the 3D camera tracker effectively.
  • Add and position text in a 3D scene.
  • Adjust depth of field for realism.

Level: Advanced

Skills you'll gain:

After Effects, 3D tracking, Text placement, Depth of field

Key Insights

  • Start by previewing the reference composition.
  • Use the 3D camera tracker to analyze scenes.
  • Select multiple track points for accurate positioning.
  • Set ground plane in origin for proper layer placement.
  • Create solids for easier repositioning of elements.
  • Enable 3D for text layers to manipulate in 3D space.
  • Delete unnecessary keyframes for smoother animations.
  • Adjust focus distance to create depth of field effects.
  • Use Adobe Fonts for consistent typography.
  • Consider viewer focus when layering text.