Adobe After Effect - Complex 2D Animation

Master The Ultimate Guide to Complex 2D Animation in After Effects– Animate Like a Pro

What you'll learn

Learn to import and animate Illustrator Vector Graphics seamlessly for 2d animation.

Good understanding of Adobe After Effects with a working proficiency in 2d animation.

Understanding the industrial standard processes for creating professional 2d Animated Explainer Video Production

Understanding After Effects Essentials like Keyframes, Compositions, Easy Ease and Wiggle Expression that were used in this project.

Create real world professional 2d Animated Explainer Video Production.

Understanding how to Export your project like a professional.

Understanding Adobe Illustrator basics.

Setting up the elements using Adobe Illustrator step by step for rig in After effect.

Organize your illustrations to make your life easier.

Requirements

Little or no experience needed since you will be introduced to the basic Adobe After Effect and Adobe Illustrator

Description

Thanks! for stopping. You are welcome to the dynamic world of 2D animation with our comprehensive course, "Adobe After Effects - Complex 2D Animation," designed for aspiring animators and motion designers looking to advance their skills. This course takes you beyond the basics, focusing on advanced techniques to create a professional 2D animations using Adobe After Effects and Adobe Illustrator, the industry-standard tool for motion graphics and visual effects.Throughout this course, you will explore how to craft complex 2D animations that captivate audiences. From familiarizing yourself with the basic tools to character rigging and expressive movements with adding effects, you’ll learn how to bring your creative visions to life like a pro. The course is structured to provide hands-on experience through practical projects, ensuring you can apply your skills to real-world scenarios, such as animated explainer videos, short films, or social media content. What You'll Learn:Adobe After Effect And Adobe Illustrator Basics: You'll be introduced to the basic tools required for this project.Advanced  Animation: Master the process of rigging and animating the motorcycle using tools like the Transformation tools, shape layers, to create lifelike movements and expressions.Dynamic Motion Design: Develop sophisticated motion graphics by combining keyframe animation, parenting, and expressions to produce seamless animation.Basic Rigging Using Adobe Illustrator : Setting up the elements using Adobe Illustrator step by step for rig in After effectUnderstanding 2D Animation Processes : The stages required to produce a professional 2d explainer videoCourse Highlights:Hands-On Projects: Work on real-world inspired projects, such as animating the character driving on the highway with other environment, to build a portfolio-ready showcase.Expert Instruction: Follow step-by-step guidance from industry professionals with years of experience in 2D animation and motion design.Flexible Learning: Access bite-sized video lessons, downloadable resources, and project files to learn at your own pace and revisit concepts as needed.Community Support: Join a vibrant community of learners to share feedback, collaborate, and stay motivated throughout your animation journey.Who This Course Is For:Intermediate or beginner After Effects users who want to specialize in complex 2D animation techniques.Graphic designers, video editors, or illustrators looking to add advanced motion design skills to their toolkit.Content creators and freelancers aiming to produce high-quality animated content for clients or personal projects.Animation enthusiasts eager to explore the creative possibilities of 2D storytelling in After Effects.Prerequisites:A basic understanding of Adobe After Effects (e.g., familiarity with the interface, keyframes, and basic compositing) is recommended. Access to Adobe After Effects (latest version preferred) and a computer capable of running the software are required.By the end of this course, you’ll have the confidence and expertise to create complex 2D animations that stand out in the competitive world of motion design. Whether you’re aiming to launch a career in animation, enhance your freelance offerings, or bring your creative ideas to life, this course equips you with the skills to succeed.Enroll today and start transforming your ideas into stunning 2D animations with Adobe After Effects!

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Welcome To The Course

Lecture 2 Materials Required

Lecture 3 Where To Use

Lecture 4 Standard Production Stages

Section 2: How to set up illustrations for animation

Lecture 5 Adobe Illustrator

Lecture 6 Introduction To Tools Required

Lecture 7 Tools Explained, Layers Setup, Rig And Exporting

Section 3: After Effect Basics

Lecture 8 Selection Tool

Lecture 9 Scaling Objects

Lecture 10 Understanding Position In After Effect

Lecture 11 Rotation In After Effect

Lecture 12 Using Wiggle Expressions

Lecture 13 How To Select Colors

Lecture 14 Creating Composition

Lecture 15 Applying Effects In After Effect

Lecture 16 Keyframing In After Effects

Lecture 17 How To Export From After Effects

Section 4: Main Project( Creating delivery man with on highway )

Lecture 18 Organizing The Folders For The Project

Lecture 19 Importing The Project Files

Lecture 20 Creating The Scene Stage One

Lecture 21 Structuring The Vehicles

Lecture 22 Setting Up The Cities, Cloud And Rain Effect

Lecture 23 Animating Dispatch Rider

Lecture 24 Animating Dispatch Rider PT2

Lecture 25 Animating The City

Lecture 26 Animating The Clouds And Adding Raining Effects

Lecture 27 Animating The Vehicles

Lecture 28 Exporting The File(Rendering & Encoding)

Lecture 29 Conclusion

Lecture 30 Exercise files

Lecture 31 Bonus Lecture

Whether you are new to animation or tired of wasting hours making simple animations, this course will give you the tools to archive great results in minutes. This course is ideal for 2D animators, illustrators, graphic designers, creative artists, and generally, anyone who wants to learn how to make amazing animations & motion graphics in Adobe After Effect