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Creating a Motion Graphics Film Title TreatmentCreating a Motion Graphics Film Title Treatment

In this tutorial, Motion graphics designer and director Chad Bonanno helps you recreate the titles he designed for the feature film Dreamgirls. You'll learn how to create a cool shimmering confetti effect with Trapcode Particular, as well as how to reveal text with Knoll Light Factory Pro.

Tutorial, Video Tutorial   10/21/2009
Author: Chad Bonanno
Red Giant plug-ins
Creating an Animated 3D Motion Graphics LogoCreating an Animated 3D Motion Graphics Logo

In this tutorial, Telescope Media Group's Carl Larsen shows you how to create a motion graphics logo using an array of 3D particles, built with Trapcode Form. He'll show you how you can do in After Effects what, under most circumstances, must be done in a 3D application. Get ready to learn the true power of 3D particle systems in AE.

Tutorial, Video Tutorial   09/22/2009
Author: Carl Larsen
Trapcode
Trapcode Suite ReviewedTrapcode Suite Reviewed

In this article, CreativeCOW's Jim Harvey takes a look at Trapcode Suite from Red Giant Software--nine plug-ins that will get a workout in any studio.

Review   09/21/2009
Author: Jim Harvey
Trapcode
Creating a WaterfallCreating a Waterfall

In this video tutorial, Creative Cow leader Michael Park demonstrates how to create a waterfall using After Effects and Trapcode Particular. This tutorial is in response to a couple of posts on the Trapcode Forum of CreativeCOW.net looking for this type of effect. This tutorial uses Particular 2.0, but the work flow and settings should work equally will with previous versions of Particular.

Tutorial, Video Tutorial   09/14/2009
Author: Michael Park
Red Giant plug-ins
Create Cool 3D Text with Trapcode FormCreate Cool 3D Text with Trapcode Form

In this Episode of Red Giant TV, Hypa TV's Tim Clapham shows you how to build and animate 3D text with Trapcode Form. He's also show you techniques for animating the text on and off - and while they're deceptively simple, they deliver in a really big way.

Tutorial, Video Tutorial   09/09/2009
Author: Tim Clapham
Adobe After Effects
Peel-Away Vortex Transition EffectPeel-Away Vortex Transition Effect

In this episode of Red Giant TV, Aharon Rabinowitz shows you how to create an insanely cool transition for text and other elements using Trapcode Form and other effects in After Effects.

Tutorial, Video Tutorial   07/07/2009
Author: Aharon Rabinowitz
Trapcode
Creating a 3D picture Montage with Trapcode ParticularCreating a 3D picture Montage with Trapcode Particular

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.

Tutorial, Video Tutorial   06/10/2009
Author: Rob Birnholz
Red Giant plug-ins
Creating a Transporter EffectCreating a Transporter Effect

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 After Effects in time?

Tutorial, Video Tutorial   05/19/2009
Author: Eran Stern
Adobe After Effects
Blowing FlowersBlowing Flowers

In this video tutorial, CreativeCOW leader, Eran Stern demonstrates how to create flower trails using Trapcode Particular in this special holiday episode. You'll also work with the light emitter and use 3D layer to obscure particles.

Tutorial, Video Tutorial   04/03/2009
Author: Eran Stern
Red Giant plug-ins
Better Compositing with ParticlesBetter Compositing with Particles

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

Tutorial, Video Tutorial   03/31/2009
Author: Aharon Rabinowitz
Red Giant plug-ins
Getting Better Control of Emitter Position in Trapcode ParticularGetting Better Control of Emitter Position in Trapcode Particular

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

Tutorial, Video Tutorial   02/09/2009
Author: Aharon Rabinowitz
Red Giant plug-ins
Controlling Time with Audio - Part 1Controlling Time with Audio - Part 1

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

Tutorial, Video Tutorial   02/09/2009
Author: Aharon Rabinowitz
Red Giant plug-ins
Looping a Particle SystemLooping a Particle System

In this Episode, you will learn how to set up a seamless looping particle system. We will 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.

Tutorial, Video Tutorial   02/09/2009
Author: Aharon Rabinowitz
Red Giant plug-ins
Binary Transition Part 2Binary Transition Part 2

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.

Tutorial, Video Tutorial   02/09/2009
Author: Aharon Rabinowitz
Red Giant plug-ins
Binary Transition Part 1Binary Transition Part 1

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.

Tutorial, Video Tutorial   02/09/2009
Author: Aharon Rabinowitz
Trapcode
Create Lottery Balls with ParticularCreate Lottery Balls with Particular

In this tutorial, CreativeCOW contributing editor Tony Agliata demonstrates how simple expressions can generate multiple custom particles in Particular to create an animation of bouncing, floating Ping Pong balls--similar to a those in a lottery drawing.

Tutorial   12/20/2008
Author: Tony Agliata
Adobe After Effects
Building a Cube World: Part 4Building a Cube World: Part 4

In this tutorial, Creative Cow Contributing Editor Carl Larsen shows you how to track a lens flare onto a 360 degree camera-aware environment using Trapcode Horizon.

Tutorial, Video Tutorial   12/01/2008
Author: Carl Larsen
Adobe After Effects
More Of The Same Thing - Part 5More Of The Same Thing - Part 5

In this video tutorial, Creative Cow Contributing Editor Eran Stern shows you how to duplicate elements in After Effects using Trapcode Echospace plug-in.

Tutorial, Video Tutorial   09/19/2008
Author: Eran Stern
Trapcode
Creating Advanced Glitter using Expressions with Trapcode ParticularCreating Advanced Glitter using Expressions with Trapcode Particular

In this tutorial, Creative Cow leader, Michael Park, demonstrates another, more advanced method for creating shimmering glitter particles using Trapcodes Particular. The main advancement is the implementation of 3d rotation of the glitter particles, as well as using expressions to convert the rotation of the particles in all 3 axis to drive a greyscale map, which in turn is used to color the particle using colorama and create the shimmer effect when the particles face the camera.

Tutorial, Video Tutorial   04/09/2008
Author: Michael Park
Trapcode
Creating Shimmering Glitter using Trapcode ParticularCreating Shimmering Glitter using Trapcode Particular

In this tutorial, Creative Cow leader, Michael Park, demonstrates how to simulate shimmering glitter particles using fractal noise, colorama effect and Trapcodes Particular plugin.

Tutorial, Video Tutorial   04/03/2008
Author: Michael Park
Adobe After Effects
Building Up ParticlesBuilding Up Particles

This tutorial by animator James Lee demonstrates a building up of particles to simulate a disintegrating hot air balloon using Trapcode Particular and Adobe After Effects.

Tutorial   11/22/2006
Author: James Lee
Adobe After Effects
Creating Paper Ribbons and ConfettiCreating Paper Ribbons and Confetti

Often for festivals and celebrations, we are asked to create animations involving colorful ribbons and confetti. In this tutorial, Joe Chao creates the ribbons and confetti and then demonstrates a couple of ways to shoot them out of a cannon. This animation would be useful, not just for Christmas, but for any festival.

Tutorial   12/22/2005
Author: Joe Chao
Adobe After Effects
Creating a Logo Assembling AnimationCreating a Logo Assembling Animation

Joe Chao was once required to create an animation in which a flock of fireflies assemble into an insect shaped logo. In this tutorial, Joe demonstrates a quick method to duplicate the effect using Trapcode Particlular.

Tutorial   10/11/2005
Author: Joe Chao
Trapcode
Particular - Frequently Asked EffectsParticular - Frequently Asked Effects

Ever since Trapcode Particular was released one year ago, many people have developed a keen interest in this tool. However, even after this time many people find themselves confronted with problems. Regular questions on the Trapcode forum here at the COW clearly prove this. This tutorial is meant to explain some of the commonly asked questions and make your life easier by giving a few tips and tricks as well as some simple expressions.

Tutorial   09/14/2005
Author: Mylenium
Adobe After Effects
Creating Liquid LIght by David ZandnergCreating Liquid LIght by David Zandnerg

In this tutorial, David Zandnerg creates a 'Liquid Light' background element using some basic knowledge about Trapcode 3D Stroke & Shine and Turbulent Displace from Adobe. The important thing to remember is that this tutorial is flexible, so change it as you like to whatever works for you in terms of shape, color and size. Also keep in mind that the tutorial is designed to give you some idea of the simplicity of After Effects for creating abstract art or to just have fun.

Tutorial   09/01/2004
Author: David Zandnerg
Adobe After Effects
Building the Cage: Part 4 of the Golden COW by Serge HamadBuilding the Cage: Part 4 of the Golden COW by Serge Hamad

Many of you have seen Serge Hamad's various animations in the After Effects forum at CreativeCOW. In this 5-part tutorial, Serge demonstrates the steps involved in re-creating his "Golden COW." In this tutorial you will be creating the cage around the planet. You will need 3D Stroke from Trapcode as well as Invigorator Pro or Classic for this one. Note that with Invigorator Classic you won't be able to open the provided AEP though. The emphasis in this tutorial is on the use of the transparency mapping technique.

Tutorial   08/18/2004
Author: Serge Hamad
Trapcode
Dave LaRonde takes a look at Trapcode ShineDave LaRonde takes a look at Trapcode Shine

When Trapcode first introduced its Shine plugin, early practitioners marveled at its speed. Sure, Shine may be fast on a G4 or a Pentium IV machine, but what about a humble Powermac 9600/233? What if you're still using OS 8.6? What if you only have AE 4.1? How good is it working within those constraints? Dave LaRonde shares his experiences with using Trapcode Shine.

Review   05/01/2002
Author: Dave LaRonde
Authors

Tony Agliata (1)
Rob Birnholz (1)
Chad Bonanno (1)
Joe Chao (2)
Tim Clapham (1)
Serge Hamad (1)
Jim Harvey (1)
Dave LaRonde (1)
Carl Larsen (2)
James Lee (1)
Mylenium (1)
Michael Park (3)
Aharon Rabinowitz (7)
Eran Stern (3)
David Zandnerg (1)


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