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Motion Practice with Ben Marriott

5h 8m 59s
English
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Motion Practice with Ben Marriott is a 38-lesson 5 hours 8 minutes self-paced course by Motion Design School. A practical structured course on combining frame-by-frame animation and After Effects.

Course facts

Lessons
38
Duration
5 hours 8 minutes
Level
All levels
Language
English
Updated
Instructor
Motion Design School
Price
Premium

A practical structured course on combining frame-by-frame animation and After Effects. You will learn how to create frame-by-frame animation, add it to your motion design projects and create scenes full of captivating motion and characters.

What is this course about?

Do you want to find your own style and create truly unique works? The best way to achieve this is by combining various techniques and tools! In this practical course merging traditional frame-by-frame animation and After Effects, we're going to create 6 animated projects. Each project is focused on a different technique integrating frame-by-frame animation into your workflow. We will be taking a deep-dive into every step of the process, explaining all the decision-making that goes into merging these 2 different methods together. By combining the best elements of both worlds you will bring unique creatures to life focusing on the process and workflow.

Who teaches Motion Practice with Ben Marriott? Motion Design School

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Motion Design School is a Latvia-based online school focused entirely on motion graphics and character animation, primarily using Adobe After Effects, Cinema 4D, and the broader 2D/3D animation toolchain. They are one of the largest dedicated motion-design education brands online, with a multi-thousand-student community.

The CourseFlix listing carries twelve Motion Design School courses spanning character animation, After Effects scripting, 3D for motion designers, and the production craft around generating broadcast-quality motion-design work. Material is paid and aimed at designers and motion artists building professional-grade animation skills rather than dabbling in basic After Effects edits.

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All Course Lessons (38)
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1.1. Overview Motion Design School Demo
03:14
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1.2. Starting in Adobe Animate Motion Design School
16:33
3
1.3. Snow Animation Motion Design School
12:18
4
1.4. Character Roughs Motion Design School
15:17
5
1.5. Character Clean-up Motion Design School
22:20
6
1.6. Texture animation Motion Design School
15:49
7
1.7. Wrapup & Homework Motion Design School
01:36
8
2.1. Overview Motion Design School
00:21
9
2.2. Walk Cycles Motion Design School
10:51
10
2.3. Run Cycles Motion Design School
07:52
11
2.4. Cleanup in After Effects Motion Design School
08:10
12
2.5. Secondary Animation Motion Design School
12:15
13
2.6. Looping Backgrounds Motion Design School
05:52
14
2.7. Wrapup & Homework Motion Design School
01:40
15
3.1. Overview Motion Design School
00:20
16
3.2. The Wave Principle Motion Design School
04:19
17
3.3. Animating Fire Motion Design School
06:26
18
3.4. Animating Smoke Motion Design School
06:12
19
3.5. Fire Cleanup in After Effects Motion Design School
07:47
20
3.6. Smoke Cleanup in After Effects Motion Design School
12:09
21
3.7. Wrapup & Homework Motion Design School
00:50
22
4.1. Overview Motion Design School
00:21
23
4.2. 3D Rotation Roughs Motion Design School
15:13
24
4.3. 3D Rotation Cleanup Motion Design School
16:01
25
4.4. Time-remapping & Warping Motion Design School
06:33
26
4.5. Smears Motion Design School
06:06
27
4.6. Wrapup and Homework Motion Design School
00:43
28
5.1. Overview Motion Design School
00:35
29
5.2. Planning & Blocking Motion Design School
17:07
30
5.3. Adding Secondary Elements Motion Design School
10:03
31
5.4. Cleanup in After Effects Motion Design School
08:07
32
5.5. Cleanup Details Motion Design School
09:22
33
5.6. Splash Animation Motion Design School
04:43
34
5.7. Wrapup & Homework Motion Design School
01:10
35
6.2. Compositing in After Effects Motion Design School
13:17
36
6.3. Title Animation Motion Design School
08:17
37
6.4. Photoshop Animation Motion Design School
06:44
38
6.5. Course Wrap-up & Homework Motion Design School
12:26
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Frequently asked questions

What are the prerequisites for enrolling in this course?
Before enrolling, students should have a basic understanding of Adobe Animate and After Effects, as the course covers advanced topics like character roughs, texture animation, and compositing. Familiarity with these tools will help students effectively follow along with the lessons.
What projects will students create during the course?
Students will work on a variety of projects, including frame-by-frame animations such as snow animations, walk and run cycles, and complex effects like animating fire and smoke. These projects will reinforce skills in both rough animation and After Effects cleanup, culminating in dynamic scenes full of motion and character.
Who is the target audience for this course?
The course is designed for motion designers who want to integrate frame-by-frame animation into their projects. It is particularly suitable for individuals interested in enhancing their skills in character animation and motion design using Adobe Animate and After Effects.
How does this course differ from other animation courses?
This course uniquely combines frame-by-frame animation techniques with After Effects compositing, providing a structured approach to creating detailed motion design projects. Unlike courses that focus solely on digital animation or motion graphics, this course emphasizes the integration of traditional animation principles with digital tools.
What specific tools or platforms does the course focus on?
The course centers on Adobe Animate and After Effects. Key lessons involve using these tools for character cleanup, secondary animation, and compositing. Students will also explore time-remapping and warping techniques to enhance their animations.
What topics are not covered in this course?
The course does not cover foundational animation principles or basic usage of Adobe software. It assumes students already possess these skills. Additionally, it does not delve into 3D animation software or techniques outside of 3D rotation within the Adobe suite.
How much time should students expect to commit to the course?
While the total runtime is unspecified, students should plan for significant engagement with 38 lessons, each involving hands-on projects and homework. Time commitment will vary based on individual pace, but students should be prepared for an immersive learning experience.