Working in 3D Space
Position and animated 2D layers in 3D space with lights and cameras.
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Learning Outcomes:
- Add lights and shadows in 3D space
- Position 2D layers effectively in 3D
- Utilize different camera types in After Effects
Level: Advanced
Skills you'll gain:
After Effects, 3D, Lighting, Animation
Key Insights
- Enable 3D for layers to manipulate in three-dimensional space.
- Use a two-node camera for dynamic point of interest.
- Adjust light settings to control shadow effects.
- Parent layers to maintain relative positioning in 3D.
- Utilize classic 3D renderer for 2D layers in 3D space.
- Experiment with multiple views for better scene management.
- Animate opacity for enhanced visual effects between layers.
- Understand the difference between one-node and two-node cameras.
- Use shortcuts for efficient layer positioning and adjustments.
- Modify material options to control light interaction with layers.
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