Animated Transitions with 2D Illustration & After Effects by Yukai Du

If you’ve ever dreamt of creating vibrant and playful animations from scratch, this online course with renowned illustrator and animator Yukai Du is the perfect opportunity for you. Yukai has an impressive portfolio, having worked with big-name clients like The New Yorker, Spotify, Adobe, and Apple. Now, she’s here to teach you how to bring your animations to life with seamless transition animations.

Throughout the course, using digital and analog techniques, you’ll draw inspiration from simple elements such as color, shape, and texture. Yuki will guide you step-by-step by creating fluid and organic animations to make your work stand out.

In the initial stages, you’ll get to know Yukai as she shares her background, influences, and sources of inspiration. You’ll start with exercises on paper to visualize the text differently and learn how to use storyboards to plan your animations.

From there, you’ll explore various digital styles, linking scenes through color palettes and using basic shapes as guides. Yuki will show you how to plan transitions between scenes and discuss the importance of detail in the pre-production phase.

As you progress, you’ll delve into the technical aspects, understanding how speed, duration, and frame rates can be used to create unique transitions. Yuki will also demonstrate how to enrich and stylize your animations, bringing them to life with finishing touches.

Throughout the course, you’ll work with After Effects and Animate, so basic sketching skills and access to these programs are required.

By the end of the course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge to produce three short clips that showcase a range of transition techniques. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced animator, this course is a valuable opportunity to explore the animated world of transitions and unleash your creativity. Enroll now and join Yukai Du on this exciting journey into the world of motion graphics and animation.