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Omar Alkattan
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In this simple tutorial, Omar Alkattan demonstrates how to create an ocean with After Effects and only After Effects. We'll touch on 3D layers, Fractal Noise Effects, and CC toner fx.
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Let's do it now:
1-Create new composition with the following properties:
2- Add black solid layer with comp size
3-Name it water and add make it 3D, then change the following properties (scale, orientation)
4-Add fractal noise fx with the following properties. We're not changing anything from the default except the Evolution. Set a keyframe at the beginning.
At the end of timeline, change the Evolution to 1.5 (depending on your project time)
5- Add CC toner fx with the following properties:
If you want the exact color, here is what I have: red 50, green 100, blue 175
6- Add CC Glass fx with the following properties:
7-Add the black solid again and name it Sky and add make it 3D, then change the following properties (scale, orientation)
8- Add fractal noise fx. Leave it at the default settings for all except the Evolution. Set a keyframe at the beginning of the timeline.
At the end of timeline change the Evolution to 0.5 (depending on your project time)
9- Add CC toner fx with the following properties:
Now you've got this nice view:
Have fun
Omar Alkattan
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