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Wes McDermott

Principal Director, Substance 3D Worldwide Evangelism

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Working with Tracked Footage

Explore techniques for integrating 3D elements with video by using motion tracking.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Set origin point using 3D camera tracker
  • Parent 3D objects to track null
  • Adjust anchor points for proper rotation

Level: Advanced

Skills you'll gain:

After Effects, 3D tracking, Object parenting, Anchor point adjustment

Key Insights

  • Use the 3D camera tracker for scene integration.
  • Lasso select track points to set origin accurately.
  • Create a null object for easier 3D object management.
  • Adjust anchor points in After Effects for better control.
  • Utilize draft mode to see all elements clearly.
  • Parent objects to track null for synchronized movement.
  • Scale and position 3D objects for realistic placement.
  • Check alignment in multiple views for accuracy.