00:00 - What you will learn 00:19 - Comp Overview 02:16 - Create a panoramic background 03:46 - Using an HDRI image to light 3D objects 06:28 - Match the Background Color 07:29 - Applying effects to 3D Objects 11:40 - Using track mattes to limit effects 13:29 - Color grading the entire comp 14:58 - 3D model-driven effects
00:00 - What you will learn 00:19 - Comp Overview 02:16 - Create a panoramic background 03:46 - Using an HDRI image to light 3D objects 06:28 - Match the Background Color 07:29 - Applying effects to 3D Objects 11:40 - Using track mattes to limit effects 13:29 - Color grading the entire comp 14:58 - 3D model-driven effectsAfter Effects Time Capsule: Tools That Time ForgotSternFX2024-12-01 | Discover 10 overlooked After Effects tools that reflect its evolution—some still have niche uses, but most are relics of the past. Are they hidden gems or just obsolete? Let’s find out!
00:00 - Intro 01:04 - Composition Flowchart 02:34 - Team Projects 04:05 - Wiggler and Smoother 05:40 - Mask Feather Tool 07:57 - Mask Interpolation Panel 09:52 - Save Current Preview 11:41 - Network Render 13:37 - Paint Tools 15:45 - Stereo 3D Camera Rig 18:08 - Media Browser 20:11 - Summery
#aftereffectsMastering the Shatter Effect: Exploding Text Made EasySternFX2024-11-18 | Learn how to make your text come alive with an explosive shatter effect in After Effects. 👉 Download the project file: bit.ly/3YGSTQs 👈
00:00 - Intro 00:14 - Design the Title 03:04 - Add Shatter 04:45 - Customize the texture 05:17 - Timing the Explosion 06:01 - Controlling Physics 07:08 - Modifying Lights 07:44 - Animating the Camera 11:29 - Separating layer and pieces 13:06 - Adding Motion Blur 14:15 - Replacing the textCreate a Hypnotic 3D Spin RigSternFX2024-11-04 | Ready to create your own hypnotic Stargate portal for that spaceship endlessly searching for a landing spot? Learn how to rig and control spinning objects in 3D with After Effects.
00:00 - What you will learn 00:26 - Setup the comp 04:01 - Rig Creation 07:38 - Lights and ShadowsAdvanced Motion Tracking: Linking Particles with Motion in After EffectsSternFX2024-10-28 | Learn how to use motion tracking in After Effects to attach text to a spinning floor and add smoky particle effects to moving cars—no plugins needed! 👉 Do you want to get 15% discount of Mocha Pro (Affiliate link): bit.ly/3YgQv25 👈
00:00 - What you will learn 00:34 - Tracking the title to the floor 03:17 - Tracking the bikers 07:29 - Connecting the Tracking Data 10:24 - Creating smokey particles 15:27 - SummaryCreate Stunning 3D Logos in After EffectsSternFX2024-10-20 | In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to recreate the glowing 3D magic of UK Channel 5’s iconic interludes using only After Effects. We’ll explore how to animate your logo with glowing edges, and depth-of-field effects, while keeping things simple and elegant. Perfect for creating dynamic openers, interludes, or even stylish screensavers—let’s get glowing!
00:00 - What you will create 01:01 - Building the main logo 03:26 - Extrude and texture 05:58 - Animate the pieces 08:30 - Cameras and Lights 10:07 - Overriding materials 12:40 - Adding Camera Angles 14:26 - Creating the glow effect 15:55 - Color variationsColor Recovery Magic: Fix Impossible shots without plugins!SternFX2024-10-06 | In this video, we explore a quick technique to neutralize unwanted color casts. Watch, learn, and see how this game-changing trick can elevate your projects.
00:00 - What you will learn 00:51 - Using built in effects 02:26 - The secret recipe 04:40 - Applying additional fixes 05:09 - Do it again!Physim vs Newton: Pick the Right Simulation Plugin for Your WorkflowSternFX2024-09-28 | In this tutorial, we compare Physim and Newton, two popular simulation plugins for After Effects, exploring their strengths and limitations. Learn which tool is best suited for your projects! Watch my in depth Newton course: bit.ly/3TExztk
00:00 - What you will learn? 02:00 - Physim Intro 09:30 - Using Newton 14:31 - Prep for Newton 16:56 - Newton Advanced SimulationAfter Effects Audio SecretsSternFX2024-09-22 | How to handle audio in After Effects like a pro! From displaying waveforms and adjusting audio levels to fading sound in and out, plus a few sneaky tricks you might not know. See how After Effects integrate with other apps: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvsD3COCWbkrHKqtu23CWKKx7EKbP31Bc
00:00 - Introduction 01:13 - Levels & Waveform 01:54 - Digital Scrub 02:29 - Preview 03:10 - Fade In/Out 03:51 - Edit in AuditionMocha & After Effects: Tracking & Compositing in Minutes!SternFX2024-09-15 | In this tutorial, we dive into Mocha AE and After Effects to master motion tracking and compositing! Whether you're working on a trailer, teaser, or any other project, these techniques will help take your work to the next level. 👉 Do you want to get 15% discount of Mocha Pro (Affiliate link): bit.ly/3YgQv25 👈
00:00 - What you will learn 01:06 - Preparing the shot 01:39 - High Pass in Mocha Pro 02:44 - Using High Pass Filter 03:59 - Tracking Transformations in Mocha Ae 05:57 - Perspective Tracking in Mocha AE 09:07 - Applying Transformation Data 10:20 - Change word spacing 11:43 - Applying Corner Pin Data 13:10 - Matching the sand texture 14:57 - Rotoscoping 16:22 - Blend the Sand Texture using ExtractAfter Effects Tracking Hack: High Pass Filter for Better Results!SternFX2024-09-09 | In this tutorial, we’ll explore a cool technique to enhance your motion tracking accuracy in After Effects using a high pass filter, which we’ll also turn into an animation preset for future use. 👉 FREE High Pass preset: bit.ly/4giIAu0
00:00 - Introduction 01:15 - Camera Tracking 02:09 - What is High Pass Filter? 02:49 - Using High Pass for AE plugin 03:43 - Creating our own High Pass filter 07:35 - Saving an Animation Preset 08:07 - Additional Examples10 Settings You Must Change in After Effects Right Now!SternFX2024-09-02 | In this video, I’m sharing 10 essential settings you should change in Adobe After Effects right now to optimize your workflow and enhance your productivity. 👉 Want to dive deeper? Check my full course: bit.ly/linkedin_sternfx
00:00 - WHAT? WHEN? HOW? 00:23 - GET RID OF THE HOME SCREEN 00:56 - 2. TURN OFF COACH MARKS 01:23 - 3. ENLARGE THE PATH AND POINT SIZE 01:51 - TURN ON CENTER ANCHOR POINT IN NEW SHAPE LAYERS 02:14 - MUTE AUDIO WHEN PREVIEW IS NOT REAL TIME 02:53 - SET MOTION PATH ALL KEYFRAME 03:16 - CHANGE THE PROPORTIONAL GRID 03:42 - SET TYPE SIZE AND DISPLAY 04:06 - ALLOW SCRIPTS AND DISABLE WARNING 04:30 - CHANGE THE CAMERA POINTER 05:01 - HIDE WORKSPACES YOU DON'T USEParallax in Motion: 3D Depth with Camera Tracking and Mocha AeSternFX2024-08-26 | Welcome to part 1 of this mini After Effects tutorial series, where I'll guide you through creating a mesmerizing 3D parallax effect using Camera Tracking and Mocha AE. Inspired by a LinkedIn post from Ian Messina, this tutorial shows you how to achieve a similar effect without any third-party plugins—just the powerful tools built into After Effects.
💡 Pro Tips: Make sure to add tracking markers when filming to improve accuracy. Experiment with the scale and Z values to exaggerate the parallax effect for even more depth. Enable motion blur for a smoother, more professional result.
🎥 Part 2 Teaser: In the next video, Liran Tabib will show you a cool trick for Object Tracking, focusing on how to match the motion of a person holding a frame and track the comp without using any third-party plugins. Make sure to subscribe and hit the notification bell so you don’t miss it!
If you enjoyed this tutorial, please give it a thumbs up, leave a comment with any questions, and don’t forget to subscribe for more After Effects tips and tricks!
00:00 - What you will learn 00:14 - Overview 01:03 - Camera Solve 03:14 - Plannar Tracking with Mocha Ae 05:49 - Creating a 3D ParallaxSimplify Your Workflow: Free Reducer Script for After EffectsSternFX2024-08-12 | A faster and safer way to split your project into relevant compositions! Reducer creates a new project that contain only your selected compositions for faster distribution and without compromising the original project file.
00:00 - Overview 00:33 - Reduce Project 01:39 - Installation 02:32 - Using the Script 03:21 - Additional FeaturesFluid Camera Transitions in After EffectsSternFX2024-08-05 | Seamlessly switch between cameras, add cinematic yet simple animation and morph between different angles.
00:00 - What you will learn 00:22 - Project Review 02:38 - Setup main camera 03:56 - Split Cameras 06:13 - Animate Cameras 09:16 - Morph CamerasInstantly Elevate Premiere Pro with After EffectsSternFX2024-07-22 | Enhance your movies and make them more engaging with these easy techniques in After Effects.
00:00 - What you will learn 01:11 - Timeline to Comp 02:29 - Release the titles - Un-Precomp 03:44 - Tiding up 05:14 - Text Animation 06:10 - Masking 07:23 - 3D Tracking 08:29 - Integrate a 3D Model 10:05 - 3D Model Animation 11:10 - Content Aware Fill 12:57 - Adding Glow 13:52 - Rotoscoping 15:39 - 2 Point Tracking 17:16 - Transition & Motion BlurSecret Typography Tips in After EffectsSternFX2024-07-15 | Improve your typography game by using advanced paragraph and glyph settings
00:00 - What you will learn 00:42 - Alternative Glyphs 01:53 - Optical Kerning & Ligatures 02:54 - Every-Line Text Composer 03:53 - Roman Text Hanging Punctuation 04:42 - Bullet Points 05:32 - Reflections using the Advanced 3D Renderer 06:15 - Final TouchesHow to Create Infinite Geometric Shapes in After EffectsSternFX2024-07-08 | Five ways to repeat shapes using Repeater, Offset Path, Echo, Radio Waves and Aura
00:00 - What you will learn 00:40 - Repeater 03:13 - Offset Paths 07:00 - Echo 08:28 - Radio Waves 14:10 - AuraMulti-Bevel 3D Text Hack ✨ After Effects TutorialSternFX2024-06-26 | Creating multi-colour bevels for 3D text
00:00 - What you will learn 00:32 - Setup 01:15 - Multi-Bevel Text 05:01 - Casts Shadows 06:06 - Using the Cinema 4D Renderer 07:07 - Adding Refelctions 09:18 - Using the Project TemplateWhat’s new in After Effects 24.5SternFX2024-06-19 | A summery of all the new features in After Effects 24.5
00:00 - Introduction 00:17 - Embedded Animation in 3D Models 01:20 - Depth Data Extraction 01:46 - Camera & Lights in the Properties panel 02:09 - OBJ Import from CC Libraries 02:58 - 33 New Animation Presets 03:44 - Scripting Hooks for font replacementQuick Tip: How to Resize a Composition in After EffectsSternFX2024-06-14 | Quickly resize comps in After Effects with a built in script and a free one that can do even more
#aftereffectsEasy Motion Graphics for Beginners in After EffectsSternFX2024-06-07 | Unlock the Magic of Smooth Animations with this Free Course on After Effects!
Dive into the world of animation with this comprehensive introduction to After Effects. In just 40 minutes, you'll learn essential skills to get you started:
• Import Illustrator Artwork: Seamlessly bring your designs into After Effects. • Animate Shape Layers: Create dynamic and captivating animations. • Finesse with the Graph Editor**: Refine your animations for smooth, professional results. • Utilize Effects, Text Animators, and Track Mattes: Add depth and creativity to your projects. • Export for Online Viewing: Share your animated masterpieces with the world.
#aftereffectsHow to Replace 3D Materials in After EffectsSternFX2024-06-03 | Easy way to swap textures for 3D models using Substance Stager, Blender and Photoshop.
00:00 - What you will learn 00:25 - Converting to GLTF 02:26 - Replacing the texture 03:17 - Swapping the modelQuick Physics Simulations in After EffectsSternFX2024-05-27 | Using Particle Playground to simulate 2D physics in After Effects.
00:00 - First Marker 00:57 - Layer Exploder 05:49 - Grid Text 12:28 - Canon ParticlesAfter Effects Just Got Better! Exploring the May 2024 UpdateSternFX2024-05-16 | From Roto Brush Enhancements to Multi-Layer Keyframes here is your After Effects 24.4 Update Guide.
00:00 - Introduction 00:42 - Improved Roto Brush Freeze 01:17 - Label Color Menu Swatches 01:54 - Multi-layer keyframeS copy-paste 02:18 - Reverse paste keyframes 02:43 - Navigation to In and Out points 03:17 - Fixed issues 03:47 - Weather Report12 Hidden Gems in After Effects You (Dont) Need to KnowSternFX2024-05-09 | Even if you're a seasoned After Effects artist, I'm confident I can introduce you to some tricks that are new to you. While a few may bring a tear to your eye, others might seem less immediately useful. However, I promise that sticking with me will not only be enjoyable but also enlightening.
00:00 - What you will learn 00:37 - Constrain Proportions 01:53 - Symmetrical Shapes 02:33 - Remove All Effects 03:09 - Scrub Colors 03:57 - Add the Same Value 05:57 - Curves 1,2,3 06:47 - World Axis Mode 07:49 - Difference Match Snapshot 09:24 - Look At All Layers 11:19 - Drag Render to Project 12:06 - Call AdobeHow to Create a Depth Map & 3D Fog in After EffectsSternFX2024-05-02 | Using 3D depth data extraction in After Effects Beta to create Depth of Field and 3D Fog.
00:00 - What you will learn 00:10 - Movie Info 01:24 - Comp Setup 03:06 - Using 3D Channel effects 04:51 - Depth Map 05:22 - 3D Channel Extract 06:42 - 3D FogAfter Effects vs. Plugins: A 3D Showdown!SternFX2024-04-25 | Let’s dive into the epic battle between the native 3D tools in After Effects and four powerful plugins: Helium, Element, Geo and Cineware
00:00 - What you will learn 01:48 - The Rules 03:37 - Native After Effects 08:57 - HeliumX 12:55 - Element 3D 15:14 - Geo 18:44 - Cineware 22:07 - ConclusionAfter Effects Evolution: Delving into the New 3D FunctionsSternFX2024-03-20 | Import and set up animated GLB and GLTF 3D models using After Effects Beta. I will offer workarounds for casting shadows, reflections and depth of field.
3D Models: Mech Drone: https://rb.gy/6l2kjn Doctor Octopus: https://rb.gy/vawvwj Spiderman: https://rb.gy/43upm9 Triceratops: https://rb.gy/wkkgir Fire Dragon: rebrand.ly/0de2nlx Castle: rebrand.ly/qfbimdi Champagne Castle HDRI: bit.ly/4acvnic
00:00 - What you will learn 00:44 - Using Embedded 3D Animation 05:10 - Camera Tracking and 3D Models Integration 07:53 - Spectrum New UI 08:40 - Cast Shadows and Reflections for 3D models 10:39 - Integrating 360º Environment and DOF 13:12 - ConclusionIllustrator to After Effects: 3D Model Animation WorkflowSternFX2024-03-15 | Creating an animated poster for the movie They Live. I’ll show you how to use Illustrator to prepare a 3d model and then animate it inside After Effects. I’ll also share a few tricks regarding 3d live text, shape layers, render setting, camera animation and faking depth of field.
00:00 - Animated movie posters 01:44 - About the movie 02:46 - Creating the artwork 04:58 - Technical Instructions 06:22 - Export a 3D model from Illustrator 09:38 - Setting the After Effects comp 11:35 - Extruding Shapes and Text 15:38 - Adding another 3D model 17:08 - Reviewing the Camera Animation 18:14 - Faking Depth of FieldPro Tips for Keying HairSternFX2024-03-04 | Maintaining the integrity of fine hair strands in green screen footage. Color matching across different shots + a secret tip for replacing a clip in the project panel.
00:00 - What you will learn 00:27 - Keylight tip 04:56 - Match colours 06:58 - Replace in the project panelWhat’s new in After Effects 24.2SternFX2024-02-26 | Learn how to natively import OBJ 3D models, Control how 3D objects interact with light and shadows, Use OpenEXR image files to create realistic lighting, Export Motion Graphics template with a video preview, and discover new controls for the CC Ball Action plug-in.
LINKS: 👉 Get the Gal Toolkit for After Effects (Affiliate link): aniom.net/l/3e 👈 👉 Get the Gal Toolkit for Premiere Pro (Affiliate link): aniom.net/l/3f 👈
00:00 - What you will learn 00:48 - Native import for OBJ 3D models 04:34 - Use OpenEXR image files to create realistic lighting 07:30 - Cast and accept shadows for 3D objects 09:10 - Export Motion Graphics template with a video preview 11:30 - Enhancements in Cycore plugin effectsAdvanced Mocha Tracking for Motion GraphicsSternFX2024-02-20 | Learn how to use mocha pro advanced tools for planar tracking and compositing in After Effects
00:00 - What you will learn 00:42 - Preparations 02:23 - Tracking using Mocha Pro 04:00 - Using the Surface and Grid 05:17 - Applying the track 07:16 - Transform while keeping the perspective distortion 09:05 - Matching Rack FocusHow to Turn Text into ParticlesSternFX2024-02-13 | Using built in effects to create particles emitting from text and disintegration from text to sand.
00:00 - What you will learn 01:13 - Designing the title 03:50 - Creating the Particles 09:48 - Text to SandUnveiling the missing mograph tools — MOBO_Utils for After EffectsSternFX2024-02-05 | Using Mobo_Utils to solve common problems in After Effects
00:00 - What you will learn 01:03 - Add Path Vertices 03:21 - APNG & GIF Export 06:27 - Arrow 10:16 - Bake and Remove Expressions 12:45 - Collect Fonts 14:25 - Color Palette 15:48 - Color Transfer 18:18 - Copy Color 20:09 - MultiDuplicate 22:08 - PasteImage 25:28 - Select Same PropertiesFrom Flat to Fabulous: Turning 2D Images into 3D ModelsSternFX2024-01-26 | Create an AI image and animating it using After Effects Methods to convert a 2D image to 3D model
00:00 - What will you learn? 00:19 - Comparing different AI engines 02:05 - Upscaling Options 02:45 - Preparing AI image for animation 03:28 - Convert 2D image to 3D model 04:43 - Import assets to After Effects 05:31 - Set an advanced 3D comp 07:25 - Animating the Camera 09:11 - Placing other layers in 3D space 13:07 - Animating the Astronaut 15:14 - Adding smoke 18:35 - ✨ AI Training & Certification ✨Creating Stunning Visuals with 3D Repeater in After EffectsSternFX2024-01-01 | Apply effects to 3d models and generate mesmerizing 3D repeaters
00:00 - What you will learn 00:21 - Setting basic 3D properties 02:23 - Creating a 3D repeater 04:34 - Animating the Camera 06:48 - Making a 2D image 3D aware 07:43 - Adding Finishing TouchesHow to use the NEW 3D WORKSPACE in After EffectsSternFX2023-12-08 | Using Substance Painter and Stager to prepare 3D objects Import and animate 3D models in After Effects
00:00 - What you will learn 02:46 - Texturing 3D model using Substance Painter 06:41 - Separating objects in Substance Stager 10:16 - Import 3D objects to After Effects 13:34 - Modifying Anchor Points of 3D Objects 14:50 - Animating 3D objects 20:06 - Background Elements & Camera Animation 21:36 - Setting an Environment Light and ShadowsNative Variable Fonts in After EffectsSternFX2023-11-20 | Animating variable fonts in After Effects using a free script.
LINKS: Download the demo script: https://shorturl.at/fhjDT For Type Lovers: A Guide to Animating Typography: https://shorturl.at/bvYZ0 Using a 3rd party plugin to animate variable fonts in After Effects: youtu.be/JKxrgZ_xqoA
00:00 - What you will learn 01:14 - Instal variable fonts 01:58 - Instal the script 02:57 - Using the script 05:15 - Animating Variable FontsHow to import InDesign documents to After EffectsSternFX2023-11-06 | Convert InDesign files to After Effects for quick and simple animation.
00:00 - What you will learn 00:59 - InDesign Preprations 02:19 - Export from InDesign 03:54 - Modify the PDF in Illustrator 09:26 - Animating in After EffectsCopy from Premiere Pro to After EffectsSternFX2023-10-24 | #shortsACCELERATE RENDERING with Media EncoderSternFX2023-10-23 | Best workflows for integrating After Effects and Media Encoder
LINKS: Beyond the Basics of Motion Design (Adobe MAX 2021 Lab): bit.ly/3LAuB4V Unable to Export Composition using Media Encoder: adobe.ly/464fLvO
00:00 - What you will learn 01:01 - Terms & Conditions 02:18 - Queue in Media Encoder 06:39 - Add to Media Encoder Render 09:11 - Import Ae Comps directlyThe best way to integrate Premiere Pro and After EffectsSternFX2023-10-16 | Everything you need to know about sharing assets between Premiere Pro and After Effects.
00:00 - What you will learn 01:52 - Replace with After Effects Comp 04:11 - Dynamic Link Recommended Workflow 09:27 - Copy & Paste 10:29 - Preparations and Housekeeping 17:34 - Copy & Paste Limitations 19:43 - Import Premiere Pro Project 24:19 - Creating Animated Map Marker 28:52 - Stabilizing clips 30:04 - Drag and Drop back to Premiere ProFREE Parallax Script for After EffectsSternFX2023-10-08 | The fastest way to build a 3D layers parallax in After Effects!
With a single click, all the layers in the composition will disperse in Z axis and scale automatically to preserve the 2D design, and also a camera will be created to orchestrate it all.
00:00 - Introduction 01:15 - Basic Workflow 06:49 - Advanced Options 10:35 - Working with Photoshop layers 13:21 - Repeating 3D layersHow to ANIMATE ILLUSTRATOR FILES in After EffectsSternFX2023-10-01 | How to work with multi-layered Illustrator artwork in After Effects. What you need to prepare to get the most out of your vector graphics.
00:00 - What you will learn 00:55 - Import a multi-artboard artwork 01:52 - Setting Color Mode and Color Space 02:55 - Separating Artboards 05:04 - Import to After Effects 06:51 - Fixing Cropped Layers 11:07 - Change the default import settings 13:11 - Splitting Objects to Layers 17:18 - Continuously Rasterize 19:19 - Working With Text 23:56 - Using Overlord 29:00 - The Final AnimationBIRDS RIG — Free After Effects TemplateSternFX2023-09-17 | Create a flock of birds to spice up your aerial shots with this Animation Preset and After Effects template.
00:00 - What you will learn 00:57 - Installation 02:41 - Bird animation preset 07:07 - Bird Template overview 08:28 - Using the Birds 1 Template 13:34 - Using the Birds 2 TemplateCOMPOSITING 3D OBJECTS using Red Giant pluginsSternFX2023-09-10 | Import animated 3D models using MIR. Create 3D titles with Tao, add reflections and composite everything with Supercomp
00:00 - What you will learn 02:00 - Import animated 3d model using MIR 03:51 - Animating the 3D model 05:52 - Modifying the Material 09:48 - Creating 3D titles Using Tao 14:03 - Adding Reflection 17:05 - Matching the layers with Supercomp 20:51 - Adding Motion Blur and Grain4 ways to import ANIMATED 3D OBJECTS to After EffectsSternFX2023-09-03 | Import and manipulate animated 3D models in After Effects.
00:00 - What you will learn 01:00 - Download a Free 3D Model 02:29 - Preparing the model in Cinema 4D 04:22 - Using CINEWARE 08:22 - Import 3D sequence using Element 11:56 - Import 3D sequence using Helium 13:25 - Baking Point Level Animation in Cinema 4D 16:45 - Import 3D sequence using MIR 3ADVANCED STABILIZATION TRICKS for VFX Work in After EffectsSternFX2023-08-27 | Stabilize extreme shaky footage Use Reverse Stabilization for VFX work and tracking objects. Boxing Gym clip: adobe.ly/3rnvSFm
00:00 - What you will learn 00:26 - Stabilize an extremely shaky footage 01:31 - Detailed Analysis 04:05 - Rolling Shutter Ripple Reduction 05:55 - Synthesize Edges Settings 08:43 - Stabilization for VFX workBest ways to STABILIZE FOOTAGE in After EffectsSternFX2023-08-20 | Learn how to use the Stabilize Motion, Mocha Ae Inverted track and the modern VFX Warp Stabilizer in After Effects.