Red Giant TV Podcast

Episode 79: Soylent Screen - The Secret Ingredients for a Filmed Computer Screen Look

Tue, 22 May 2012 07:00:00 -0800

In this Episode of Red Giant TV, Aharon Rabinowitz shows you how to create the look of a filmed computer screen (what it looks like when you film it with a handheld camera) using After Effects and elements created with screen capture software.

Episode #78 - Web Line Escape: Spider-Man Web-Slinging Effect

Tue, 15 May 2012 07:00:00 -0800

In this episode of Red Giant TV, director Seth Worley shows you how to create a Spider-Man Web Slinging Effect with Trapcode Particular.

Episode #77 - Minor Traffic Offense: Keeping the Streets Safe with VFX

Tue, 8 May 2012 07:00:00 -0800

In this Episode of Red Giant TV, director Seth Worley shows you how to digitally insert an actor into busy traffic without actually risking their life.

Episode 76: Promethe-esque Security Sweeper

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 07:00:00 -0800

In a recent trailer for Ridley Scott's new film Prometheus, we got a sneak peak of some laser-like sweeper technology. In this Episode of Red Giant TV, Seth Worley shows you how to create your own Prmethe-esque Security Sweeper effect.

Episode 75: Video to Cartoon - Getting Better Results

Tue, 3 Apr 2012 07:00:00 -0800

Often people apply ToonIt as a last step in their video process, and wonder why the end result doesn't look all that cartoonish. In this episode, Aharon Rabinowitz shows you how to plan and shoot for video-to-cartoon, and get a convincing result.

Episode 74: Captain Numerica - Finishing 3D Logos in After Effects

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 07:00:00 -0800

Even if you're strictly an After Effects user, sooner or later, you're going to be handed a 3D render to integrate into your motion graphics work. In this episode, Harry Frank shares techniques on finishing the job with effects and color correction.

Episode 73: Under the Sea: Submerged Motion Graphics

Tue, 6 Mar 2012 07:00:00 -0800

In this episode of Red Giant TV VinhSon Nguyen shows you how to create a cool, stylized underwater scene for use in motion graphics.

Episode #72: Alien Attack II: They are Coming

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 07:00:00 -0800

In this episode of Red Giant TV, Harry brings us back to the Alien Apocalypse, only this time, it's coming to a neighborhood near you.

Episode #71: Dubai Hard - Creating a Sandstorm Effect

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 07:00:00 -0800

In this Episode, director Seth Worley shows you how to create a Sandstorm effect, inspired by Mission Impossible 4.

Episode #70: Creating a Classic Retro Special Presentation Logo Animation

Mon, 6 Feb 2012 07:00:00 -0800

In this episode of Red Giant TV, Harry Frank shows you how to create the classic Special Presentation logo seen on network TV back in the late 70's and early 80's. To get the effect, he'll demonstrate a powerful technique for mapping color over time.

Red Giant TV Live - Episode 10: Let it Flow

Wed, 1 Feb 2012 07:00:00 -0800

Trapcode Particlar and Form are very similar in many ways. Sometimes, you might even want the organic look of Form with the 3D position control of Particular. We'll discuss how to get detailed control over particle grids to create something organic.

Episode #69: Cosmodius - Creating a Retro Sci-fi Logo Animation

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 07:00:00 -0800

In this episode of Red Giant TV, Aharon Rabinowitz walks you through the process of creating a Retro Sci-Fi logo. In addition to creating the logo, he'll show you how to age the video to make it look like it came out of the early 80's.

Red Giant TV Live - Episode 9: All Fractalled Up - Working with Trapcode Fractal Fields

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 07:00:00 -0800

Trapcode Form and Particular have some complex controls over the fractal fields. In episode 9 of RGTV Live, we'll demystify these controls and show you how to use them in your design.

Episode #68: First Issue Credits - Comic Book Title Sequence

Tue, 3 Jan 2012 07:00:00 -0800

Get ready to open a can of awesome, because in this Episode of Red Giant TV, Seth Worley shows you how to create an awesome 2.5D comic book-style title/credit sequence. Ka-Pow!

Red Giant TV Live - Episode 8: Motion Graphics with Trapcode Echospace

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 07:00:00 -0800

In this Episode of Red Giant TV Live, Harry Frank shows you how to use Trapcode Echospace to create beautiful dynamic, cascading motion graphics. He'll draw from some inspirational work found on the web, to help get you started.

Episode 67: Swarm of Flies

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 07:00:00 -0800

In this episode of Red Giant TV, Seth will show you how to have a swarm of flies attack your actors on screen. He'll also so you some cool tips to really help you sell the effect, including particle work, compositing, and color correction techniques.

Episode 66: Punch Out

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 07:00:00 -0800

In this Episode, director Seth Worley gets inspired by Scott Pilgrim and shows you how to humorously beat up your friends with supporting motion graphics. You'll learn about keying, compositing, particles & the dangers of firecrackers

Episode 65: Warp Projection - 3D Environments from a 2D Image

Tue, 6 Dec 2011 07:00:00 -0800

In this multidimensional episode of Red Giant TV, Harry Frank walks you through creating a 3D environment from a 2D image, all in After Effects. You'll also learn some great compositing and color correction techniques to finish the job off right.

Episode 64: Plot Device - The Exploding Man

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 07:00:00 -0800

In this Episode of Red Giant TV, Plot Device director Seth Worley shows you how to blow someone up. It's going to be messy, so bring a poncho.

Red Giant TV Live - Episode 7: Nick Campbell & Andrew Little Talk Making Money as an Artists + FAST Motion Graphics

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 07:00:00 -0800

In this eye-opening Episode of Red Giant TV Live, Harry and Aharon are joined by Nick Campbell Andrew Little to discuss making money as an artist. Then Harry follows it up with a lesson in quickly creating motion graphics for client projects.

Red Giant TV Live - Episode 6: VFX for Indie Film with Seth Worley, Gun Muzzle Flashes with Trapcode Particular

Wed, 9 Nov 2011 07:00:00 -0800

Harry Frank and Aharon Rabinowitz are joined by Plot Device Director Seth Worley to discuss Visual Effects for Indie Film. Harry follows it up with a tutorial on using Trapcode Particular to create gun muzzle flashes.

Episode 63: Plot Device - Thunderdome

Tue, 1 Nov 2011 07:00:00 -0800

In this episode of Red Giant TV, director Seth Worley takes you through the process of creating the explosion and shockwave effect from the end of the sci-fi scene in Plot Device.

Red Giant TV Live - Episode 5: Stargate Studios VFX, Color Correction in Motion Graphics

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 07:00:00 -0800

Harry Frank and Aharon Rabinowitz are joined by Chris Martin, VFX Supervisor Startgate Studios to talk about his work on Pan Am, Heroes, Walking Dead and more. Harry follows it up with a lesson in using Colorista II to create moody motion graphics.

Red Giant TV Live - Episode 4: Motion Graphics for Product Spots

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 07:00:00 -0800

In this Episode of RGTV Live, Harry and Aharon are joined by David Torno of Ghost Town Media to discuss motion graphics for product spots. Also, Harry walks you through a Product spot he recently completed which involved mograph and color correction.

Episode 62: Plot Device - The Flip

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 07:00:00 -0800

In this Episode of Red Giant TV, Seth Worley walks you through the flip effect seen in Plot Device, where Ben is shot and spins through the air. You'll learn about, keying, rotoscoping, compositing, color correction, visual effects and trampolines.

Red Giant TV Live - Episode 3: News Graphic, Erupt Music Video Breakdown, Plastic Bullet OS X

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 07:00:00 -0800

In this Episode of Red Giant TV Live, Harry Frank shows you how to create a Broadcast News opening Motion Graphic. Aharon Rabinowitz joins Harry to discuss product updates, Plastic Bullet OSX, and a cool Music Video with Mograph and VFX Breakdowns.

Episode 61: Working with Looks Presets in Magic Bullet Looks 2

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 07:00:00 -0800

In this episode, Simon Walker will go over the presets in Looks 2, giving you tips and techniques for getting the most out of them, while working faster.He'll also look at some of the new features in Magic Bullet Looks 2 for getting better results.

Red Giant TV Live - Episode 2: Flame And Smoke Effects With Trapcode Form & Particular

Fri, 16 Sep 2011 07:00:00 -0800

So... We tried recording the Livestream event and it failed... Harry Frank was kind enough to re-record the event in which he shows you how to create cool smoke and fire effects using Trapcode Particular and Form.

Episode 60: Creating Light Effects with Trapcode 3D Stroke

Tue, 6 Sep 2011 07:00:00 -0800

In this episode of Red Giant TV, Owain Street shows you how he created the beautiful and evocative light effects from a series of commercials for Demonfort University using Trapcode 3D Stroke. Keep your eyes open for great shortcuts and techniques.

Red Giant TV Live - Episode 1: Exploring Form 2's OBJ Import Features

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 07:00:00 -0800

Recorded From Our first-ever Live on-line event: Learn about the new OBJ loader and how to integrate OBJs with After Effects 3D space andCinema 4D. Harry will also showcase how particles can be manipulated with the new Quick Map Offset controls.

Episode 59: Trapcode 3D Stereoscopic Workflow Basics

Tue, 2 Aug 2011 07:00:00 -0800

In this Episode of Red Giant TV, Aharon Rabinowitz explores the basics of 3D Stereoscopic Workflow with Trapcode 3D plug-ins.This tutorial is a great intro to Stereoscopic 3D in After Effects. If you have them, bring your 3D Glasses - it will help.

Episode 58: Creating a Motion Graphics Billboard Animation

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 07:00:00 -0800

In this episode, Harry Frank walks you through creating an awesome motion Graphics billboard project. You'll learn about 2 kinds of particle systems, color correction, lighting, reflections, and just generally making stuff that looks really cool.

Episode 57: Behind the Scenes of Plot Device

Tue, 28 Jun 2011 07:00:00 -0800

In this action packed episode of Red Giant TV, we'll take you behind the scenes of our new film Plot Device. You'll hear directly from the cast and crew about filming, color correction, compositing, and visual FX, and you'll learn how the powerful tools in Magic Bullet suite 11 helped them create the film on a very limited timescale and budget.

Episode 56: Digital Cosmetics in Final Cut Pro with Magic Bullet Colorista II

Tue, 7 Jun 2011 07:00:00 -0800

In this episode of Red Giant TV, Apple certified Master trainer Simon Walker revisits a tutorial by Stu Maschwitz on digital cosmetics with Magic Bullet Colorista II - He'll be working in Final Cut Pro, with a focus on getting it done faster.

Episode 55: Color Grading on a Deadline in Final Cut Pro

Tue, 17 May 2011 07:00:00 -0800

In this Episode of Red Giant TV, Apple Certified Master Trainer, Simon Walker, will talk about Color Grading on a deadline.

Episode 54: Compositing and Color Correction in After Effects and Premiere Pro

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 07:00:00 -0800

In this episode of Red Giant TV, Eran Stern returns to show you how he created the promo for his new DVD: The Best of Premiere Pro. He'll cover keying, compositing, color correction and visual effects in After Effects and Premiere Pro.

Episode 53: Broadcast Graphics in Final Cut Pro

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 07:00:00 -0800

In this Episode of Red Giant TV, Apple certified Master Trainer, Simon Walker, will show you how you can create Broadcast Quality Graphics in Final Cut Pro, with the host apps' included tools and Magic Bullet Looks.

Episode 52: Re-creating the Lost Smoke Monster

Wed, 19 Jan 2011 07:00:00 -0800

In this Episode of Red Giant TV, Filmmaker/Motion Graphics artist Seth Worley will show you how to re-create the look of the Lost Smoke monster. Covered: Compositing, Masking, 3D tracking, Color Correction and some really cool Particular techniques

Episode 51: Look, No Keyframes! Easy Motion Graphics in Final Cut Pro

Tue, 11 Jan 2011 07:00:00 -0800

In this Episode of Red Giant TV, Apple Certified Master Trainer, Simon Walker shows you how to quickly create animated motion graphics backgrounds and text treatments in Final Cut Pro - with NO KEYFRAMES!

Episode 50: Alien Attack!

Wed, 15 Dec 2010 07:00:00 -0800

In this episode of Red Giant TV, Harry Frank will show you how to destroy the city of Los Angeles through an alien attack. He'll explore compositing, 2D and 3D tracking, color correction and visual effects techniques that will blow your mind.

Episode 49: Working with Magic Bullet Colorista II, Mojo & Looks in FCP

Tue, 16 Nov 2010 07:00:00 -0800

In this episode of Red Giant TV, Apple Certified Master Trainer Simon Walker gives you an overview of color grading with Several products from the Magic Bullet Suite. He'll show you when to use them together and when to use them separately.

Episode 48: Creating a 1960's Retro Pop-art Opening Sequence

Thu, 21 Oct 2010 07:00:00 -0800

In this Episode of Red Giant TV, Angie Taylor shows you how to create an awesome Retro style motion graphics opening sequence. reminiscent of the 1960's.

Episode 47: Tiny Inventions

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 07:00:00 -0800

In this episode, the team at Tiny Inventions shares their unique workflow for mixing real-world models with computer animation. They've used these techniques for music videos, advertising, and their new short film: 'Something Left, Something Taken.'

Episode 46: Music Visualization with Trapcode Suite

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 07:00:00 -0800

Inspired by recent animated works that utilize music along with Trapcode Particular and Soundkeys, Harry Frank gives you guidance in creating particle-based visuals to match your audio.

Episode 45: Creating Automated Flashing Light Patterns

Tue, 8 Jun 2010 07:00:00 -0800

In this episode, After Effects Specialist Chris Zwar revisits his highly acclaimed After Effects 3D "Centrica" Project to show you how he set up the automated flashing lights patterns - with the help of expressions and Knoll Light Factory.

Episode 44: An Interview with John Knoll - Bonus Material: Realism in VFX

Wed, 26 May 2010 07:00:00 -0800

In this bonus section of the John Knoll Interview, John talks about his approach to realism in visual effects, and how that impacted his work on "The Abyss" and for his personal project turned gig: visual effects for "Magnificent Desolation."

Episode 43: An Interview with John Knoll - Part 2

Wed, 19 May 2010 07:00:00 -0800

In this episode of Red Giant TV, Aharon Rabinowitz interviews ILM Visual Effects Supervisor, John Knoll. They'll talk about the downsides of working in VFX, his history as a commercial software designer, the future of lens flare generation, and more.

Episode 42: An Interview with John Knoll - Part 1

Thu, 6 May 2010 07:00:00 -0800

In this episode of Red Giant TV, Aharon Rabinowitz interviews ILM Visual Effects Supervisor, John Knoll. They'll talk about the work John does, how he got into VFX and much more!

Episode 41: Creating a Stitch Effect with Trapcode Particular

Tue, 4 May 2010 07:00:00 -0800

In this episode, Michael Park returns to show us how to create the look of denim being stitched, using Trapcode Particular. This technique can be used for a ton of stuff. Also, Magic Bullet Mojo will be used to add some cool color treatment.

Episode 40: Creating a Particular Shooters Effects

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 07:00:00 -0800

In this episode, designer Harry Frank shows you how to create a cool motion graphics "shooters" effect with Trapcode Particular. After that, he also goes into Maxon Cinema 4D and Adobe Illustrator to create a full logo build with this effect.

Episode 39: Creating a 1980's Retro Video Game Look

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 07:00:00 -0800

In this episode of Red Giant TV, Aharon Rabinowitz walks you through the process of creating the look of a vector style arcade game from the early 1980's. He'll use PlaneSpace, Particular, & Text Anarchy, as well as expressions and other techniques.

Episode 38: Creating a Music to Light Effect

Tue, 2 Mar 2010 07:00:00 -0800

In this episode of Red Giant TV, Harry Frank shows you how to re-create the Music-to-Light effect (seen last season on Heroes), using Trapcode Particular 2. He'll also use Mojo to alter the color, and Knoll 3D Flare to add to the effect.

Episode 37: Creating a Holographic Interface Effect

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 07:00:00 -0800

In this episode, Aharon Rabinowitz shows you how to create the look of a holographic interface, using Red Giant Software's Holomatrix. He'll also use Magic Bullet Looks for color grading, and footage from Digital Juice's Motion Designer's Toolkit.

Episode 36: Create a Psychedelic Background

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 07:00:00 -0800

In this episode of Red Giant TV. Aharon Rabinowitz shows you how to create a cool psychedelic background in After Effects, using shape layers and Trapcode Shine. Even if you've used Shine a lot in the past, this tutorial takes it in a new direction.

Episode 35: Creating a Christmas Tree with Trapcode Particular

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 07:00:00 -0800

In this episode of Red Giant TV, Michael Park returns to us with a fantastic tutorial on creating a Christmas tree (complete with lights and star at the top) with Trapcode Particular. You'll also use Trapcode Starglow to enhance the look.

Episode 34: 3D Thunderstorm Scene

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 07:00:00 -0800

In this episode of Red Giant TV, Freelance Designer Robert Hranitzky shows you how to take 2 still images and use them to create a realistic 3D Thunderstorm scene - along with the help of Photoshop, After Effects, Trapocode Particular and Horizon.

Episode 33: Creating a Death Eater Apparition Effect

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 07:00:00 -0800

In this episode of Red Giant TV, Michael Park shows you how to create the Death Eater Apparition Effect, as seen in the "Harry Potter" films.

Episode 32: Feature Film Title Treatment

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 07:00:00 -0800

In this episode of RGTV, Chad Bonanno shows you how he created the motion graphics titles for the feature film "Dreamgirls." These titles were also used in the broadcast ads and trailers for the award-winning film.

Episode 31: Creating an Old-School Sci-Fi TV Opening

Tue, 6 Oct 2009 07:00:00 -0800

In this episode of Red Giant TV, Chad Perkins shows you how to create various elements for use in a Twilight Zone-esque TV show opening, using After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator and Cinema 4D. Get ready to kick it old-school...

Episode 30: 3D Motion Graphics Logo

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 07:00:00 -0800

In this tutorial, Carl Larsen shows you how to create an array of 3D particles using Trapcode Form and Red Giant Plane Space to achieve a look that, under most circumstances, has been reserved for more complex, 3d applications.

Episode 29: Form Text

Tue, 8 Sep 2009 07:00:00 -0800

In this Episode of Red Giant TV, Tim Clapham shows you how to use Trapcode Form to create some particle-based 3D text along with a cool transition on and off.

Episode 28: Building an Airport Scene - Part 2: Compositing

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 07:00:00 -0800

In this episode of RG TV, Mathias MÃ¶hl continues his airport project. Learn how to motion track with Mocha For After Effects, and then to use that data along with his own MochaImport script to easily create a solid composite.

Episode 27: Building an Airport Scene - Part 1: Backplate

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 07:00:00 -0800

In this episode of Red Giant TV, Mathias MÃ¶hl shows you how to take footage of a parking lot, and turn it into the back plate for an airport scene.

Episode 26: Score! Working with Numeric Text

Tue, 4 Aug 2009 07:00:00 -0800

In this episode of Red Giant TV, Aharon Rabinowitz gives you some cool tips for working with Numeric Text, for things like video game scores and other digital readouts. No 3rd Party Plug-ins are used in this tutorial - Just straight After Effects.

Episode 25: Creating a Crowd Scene with Particular 2

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 07:00:00 -0800

In this rockin' episode of Red Giant TV, Motion Designer Harry Frank shows you how to create a realistic crowd scene using Trapcode Particular 2. He'll also create a similar scene using Trapcode Form.

Episode 24: An Introduction to Trapcode Particular 2

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 07:00:00 -0800

In this Episode of Red Giant TV, Maltaanon returns with an introduction to the new features in Trapcode Particular 2. More than just an overview, you'll see several real-world examples that will help jump start your work with Particular 2.

Episode 23: Peel-Away Vortex Transition

Tue, 7 Jul 2009 07:00:00 -0800

In this episode of Red Giant TV, Aharon Rabinowitz shows you how to create an insanely cool transition for text and other elements. This tutorial builds on RGTV Episode 21, where Aharon covered a text-to-sand transition, so make sure to check it out.

Episode 22: Creating a Summer Blockbuster Film Look

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 07:00:00 -0800

In this week's episode, Sin City's Visual Effects Supervisor - and our new Creative Director - Stu Maschwitz, shows you how to get the Summer Blockbuster look seen in Transformers 2, Terminator: Salvation, and The Taking of Pelham 1-2-3.

Episode 21: Creating a Text to Sand Transition

Tue, 9 Jun 2009 07:00:00 -0800

In this episode of Red Giant TV, Aharon Rabinowitz shows you how to create the effect of text (or a logo) dissolving to sand and blowing away. You'll also learn how to reverse the transition, so that sand forms into text.

Episode 20: Creating a 3D picture Montage with Trapcode Particular

Tue, 2 Jun 2009 07:00:00 -0800

In this Episode, Rob Birnholz shows you a great technique for quickly creating a 3D picture montage with Trapcode Particular. It takes just minutes to set up, but can save you hours of work.

Episode 19: Creating a Transporter Effect

Tue, 19 May 2009 07:00:00 -0800

In this episode, Chief Engineer Eran Stern works furiously to get his Starship's transporters back on-line to rescue a fellow crew member trapped on a hostile planet. But time is running out. Will Eran be able to build the transporter in AE in time?

Episode 18: Compositing Tips from 'Greenscreen Made Easy'

Tue, 5 May 2009 07:00:00 -0800

In this Episode, the Toolfarm's Michele Yamazaki shares a ton of great compositing tips from her new book, Greenscreen Made Easy.

Episode 17: Color Grading in Final Cut Pro with Magic Bullet Looks

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 07:00:00 -0800

In this Episode, award-winning director, Philip Bloom walks you through the process of color grading his film "Return to Dungeness" in Final Cut Pro, using Magic Bullet Looks.

Episode 16: Better Compositing with Light Wraps

Tue, 14 Apr 2009 07:00:00 -0800

In this Episode, Aharon Rabinowitz shows you how to get better compositing results with Light Wraps - an effect used to blend the background light and foreground elements more convincingly during a composite.

Episode 15: Better Compositing with Particles

Tue, 31 Mar 2009 07:00:00 -0800

In this episode of Red Giant TV, Aharon Rabinowitz shows you a technique for placing layers inside the middle of a particle system - crucial to truly integrating your CGI effects with your live action footage or motion graphics.

Episode 14: Planning for Post in your Filmmaking Production Workflow

Tue, 24 Mar 2009 07:00:00 -0800

Sundance acclaimed filmmaker/director Eric Escobar discusses the production process - scouting locations,casting, lighting, filming, and how one needs to plan for post production during these earlier steps.

Episode 13: Compositing with Final Cut Pro for That Media Show

Tue, 17 Mar 2009 07:00:00 -0800

In this Episode of Red Giant TV, John Flowers takes us behind the scenes of That Media Show to share his workflow for compositing in Final Cut Pro.

Episode 12: Form Face - Part 2

Tue, 10 Mar 2009 07:00:00 -0800

In part 1 of this tutorial, Maltaannon showed us how to create an awesome push-pin 3D face, using Red Giant's Trapcode Form. In part 2, he'll enhance the effect by going deeper into Form's properties, and doing some camera work.

Episode 11: Form Face - Part 1

Tue, 3 Mar 2009 07:00:00 -0800

Create a slick push pin toy effect as seen in the Radiohead "House of Cards" video. This tutorial shows you how to create an eye-popping 3D effect by combining regular footage with Red Giant's popular Trapcode Form plug-in.

Episode 10: Creating Traffic Patterns

Mon, 23 Feb 2009 07:00:00 -0800

In this episode, Aharon Rabinowitz shows you how to create a realistic traffic pattern backdrop - great for a scene in which the camera overlooks a low lying, but developed area - perhaps looking down from a high hill onto a residential neighborhood.

Episode 09: Creating a Watercolor Painting Look

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 07:00:00 -0800

In this episode, Aharon shows you how to turn your video into an animated watercolor painting, and shares some techniques in varying the look and color.

Episode 08: Creating and Working with Complex 3D Projects

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 07:00:00 -0800

In this episode, Aharon shares some tips for simplifying and working with 3D compositions. You'll also get a look at some cool tools designed to easily distribute and arrange layers in 3D space, and that help in creating complex 3D shapes.

Episode 07: Getting Better Control of Emitter Position in Trapcode Particular

Tue, 27 Jan 2009 07:00:00 -0800

In this Episode, we'll look at some very useful techniques for Trapcode Particular that will give you better control of emitter position in 2D and 3D. You'll also learn how to capture the motion of your mouse (or stylus) to control emitter position.

Episode 06: Controlling Time with Audio - Pt. 2

Tue, 20 Jan 2009 07:00:00 -0800

In this episode, Aharon continues to explore how audio can be used to control time, but he expands on that by showing you how it can be used to change the look of the footage as well.

Episode 05: Controlling Time with Audio - Pt. 1

Tue, 13 Jan 2009 07:00:00 -0800

In this episode, Aharon Rabinowitz shows you how to use audio to control time. You'll learn how to make your video automatically move forward in time to the music's beat - a technique used in tons of music videos and commercials.

Episode 04: Better Compositing Techniques

Tue, 6 Jan 2009 07:00:00 -0800

In this Episode, learn about compositing techniques that fall outside of keying. Using tools available for After Effects, Premiere, Final Cut Pro, Motion, Vegas and Avid, you'll discover ways to improve the quality of your composite with less work.

Episode 03: Looping a Particle System

Tue, 23 Dec 2008 07:00:00 -0800

In this Episode, you'll learn how to set up a seamless looping particle system. We'll be using Trapcode Particular and Starglow to create a stylized holiday snowstorm, but the concepts can be adapted for anything from backgrounds to lower 3rds.

Episode 02: Binary Transition Part 2

Tue, 16 Dec 2008 07:00:00 -0800

In this Episode, Aharon shows you how to improve on and finish the binary transition project by working with Time Remapping and Camera animation. Plus, see how Magic Bullet Looks and Trapcode Shine help add the finishing touches.

Episode 01: Binary Transition Part 1

Fri, 5 Dec 2008 07:00:00 -0800

This episode shows you how to use Trapcode Form to create a dramatic transition where footage breaks into binary code, and re-forms as different footage.