After Effects From The Ground Up: Chapter 1 Lesson 3
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In this lesson of a continuing training series for AE, Kevin P. McAuliffe introduces the most important concept when using After Effects. Keyframing. Not only does he show the basics of keyframing, but he also gets in and shows come common techniques that are normally held back until more advanced tutorials. He also shows how to preview your composition to make sure you're happy with what you created before you render. |
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