The Power Shape Layers

The Power Shape Layers, available at $199.99, has an average rating of 4.75, with 75 lectures, 4 quizzes, based on 185 reviews, and has 594 subscribers.

You will learn about Simple to complex Shape Layer animations Using tools specific to Shape Layers to create dynamic animations Applying expressions to Shape Layers Practical applications for Shape Layers Full knowledge of how to create and use Shape Layers in professional motion graphics projects This course is ideal for individuals who are Beginner to advanced motion graphics designers who want to learn more about the breadth and depth of Shape Layers It is particularly useful for Beginner to advanced motion graphics designers who want to learn more about the breadth and depth of Shape Layers.

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Summary

Title: The Power Shape Layers

Price: $199.99

Average Rating: 4.75

Number of Lectures: 75

Number of Quizzes: 4

Number of Published Lectures: 75

Number of Published Quizzes: 4

Number of Curriculum Items: 79

Number of Published Curriculum Objects: 79

Original Price: $199.99

Quality Status: approved

Status: Live

What You Will Learn

Simple to complex Shape Layer animations

Using tools specific to Shape Layers to create dynamic animations

Applying expressions to Shape Layers

Practical applications for Shape Layers

Full knowledge of how to create and use Shape Layers in professional motion graphics projects

Who Should Attend

Beginner to advanced motion graphics designers who want to learn more about the breadth and depth of Shape Layers

Target Audiences

Beginner to advanced motion graphics designers who want to learn more about the breadth and depth of Shape Layers

This comprehensive course analyzes every aspect of Shape Layers in After Effects. You will learn everything from the basics to advanced techniques. In addition to on-screen tutorials, I provide project files so you can follow along and experiment on your own. This course is intended for all levels of motion graphic designer, and all designers are encouraged to take this course in order to become a Master of Shape Layers.

Course Curriculum

Chapter 1: Welcome!

Lecture 1: Course introduction

Lecture 2: 01.02 Basic Shape Layer Tutorial

Chapter 2: Shape Layer Basics

Lecture 1: 02.01 Shape Layer Basics Introduction

Lecture 2: 02.02 Shape Layer Hierarchy

Lecture 3: 02.03 What are Transform Properties?

Lecture 4: 02.04 Types of Shapes and Paths

Lecture 5: 02.05 Creating Shape Layers: Introduction

Lecture 6: 02.06 Creating Shape Layers: Path Size vs. Layer Scale

Lecture 7: 02.07 Creating Shape Layers: Shapes vs. Paths

Lecture 8: 02.08 Fills and Strokes using the Add Button

Lecture 9: 02.09 Fills and Strokes using the Shape Layer Control Panel

Lecture 10: 02.10 Stroke Attributes: Stroke Color, Opacity, and Width

Lecture 11: 02.11 Stroke Attributes: Line Cap and Line Join

Lecture 12: 02.12 Stroke Attributes: Dashes

Lecture 13: 02.13 Shape Layer Basics Recap

Chapter 3: Shape Layer Properties

Lecture 1: 03.01 Shape Layer Properties Introduction

Lecture 2: 03.02 Vertices: Basic Training

Lecture 3: 03.03 Bezier and Linear Vertices

Lecture 4: 03.04 Effects of Converting Shapes to Bezier Paths

Lecture 5: 03.05 Setting the First Vertex

Lecture 6: 03.06 Groups: Basic Training

Lecture 7: 03.07 Anchor Points and Position Settings in Ellipses and Rectangles

Lecture 8: 03.08 Why Use Groups?

Lecture 9: 03.09 Group Transform Properties vs. Layer Transform Properties

Lecture 10: 03.10 Masking Shape Layers

Lecture 11: 03.11 Creating Shapes from Text

Lecture 12: 03.12 Creating Shapes from Vector Images

Lecture 13: 03.13 Creating Shapes from Vector Images with Gradients

Lecture 14: 03.14 Shape Layer Properties Recap

Chapter 4: Basic Animation Tools

Lecture 1: 04.01 Basic Animation Tools Introduction

Lecture 2: 04.02 Using Round Corners with Shapes

Lecture 3: 04.03 Using Round Corners with Paths

Lecture 4: 04.04 Using Offset Paths with Shapes

Lecture 5: 04.05 Using Offset Paths with Paths

Lecture 6: 04.06 Using Wiggle Tools with Shapes

Lecture 7: 04.07 Using Wiggle Tools with Paths

Lecture 8: 04.08 Using Pucker and Bloat with Shapes

Lecture 9: 04.09 Using Pucker and Bloat with Paths

Lecture 10: 04.10 Using Twist with Shapes

Lecture 11: 04.11 Using Twist with Paths

Lecture 12: 04.12 Using Zig Zag with Shapes

Lecture 13: 04.13 Using Zig Zag with Paths

Lecture 14: 04.14 Basic Animation Tools – Review

Chapter 5: Advanced Animation Tools

Lecture 1: 05.01 Advanced Animation Tools Introduction

Lecture 2: 05.02 The Repeater: Basic Training

Lecture 3: 05.03 The Repeater: Create a Perfect Circle of Shapes

Lecture 4: 05.04 Using Groups with the Repeater

Lecture 5: 05.05 The Repeater: Advanced Animation Principles

Lecture 6: 05.06 Repeating the Repeater part 1

Lecture 7: 05.07 Repeating the Repeater part 2

Lecture 8: 05.08 Using Expressions with the Repeater

Lecture 9: 05.09 Trim Paths: Basic Training

Lecture 10: 05.10 Trim Paths: Start Point and Trim Direction

Lecture 11: 05.11 Trim Paths: Using the Start Percentage

Lecture 12: 05.12 Trim Paths: Trimming Multiple Paths

Lecture 13: 05.13 Trim Paths: Summary

Lecture 14: 05.14 Merge Paths: Basic Training

Lecture 15: 05.15 Issues Using Groups with Merge Paths

Lecture 16: 05.16 Merge Paths with Multiple Shapes

Lecture 17: 05.17 How to Save Shape Layer Animation Presets

Lecture 18: 05.18 Advanced Animation Tools Review

Chapter 6: Tutorials

Lecture 1: 06.01 Shape Layer Tutorials: Introduction

Lecture 2: 06.02 How to Create an Animated Arrow

Lecture 3: 06.03 How to Create an Abstract Animation

Lecture 4: 06.04 How to Create Stars and an Animated Line

Lecture 5: 06.05 How to Create an Icon with Merge Paths

Lecture 6: 06.06 How to Create an Animated Circular Holiday Design

Lecture 7: 06.07 How to Create an Animated Background

Lecture 8: 06.08 How to Create Shape Layer Transitions

Lecture 9: 06.09 How to Create Long Shadows with The Repeater

Lecture 10: 06.10 How to Create a Bouncing Sign

Lecture 11: 06.11 How to Create HUD Elements

Lecture 12: 06.12 How to Create 3D Text and Shapes

Lecture 13: 06.13 How to Use Set Matte with Shape Layers

Lecture 14: 06.14 End of Course Message

Instructors

Jeffrey Knight
Professional Motion Graphic Designer

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