Frame by Frame Look in Adobe After Effects From 3 Illustrations to a Smooth Animation by Gui Jorge Porto

Do you love the look of frame-by-frame animation but lack the time to draw numerous frames for every second? You’re in the right place!

In this class, you’ll learn how to use Adobe After Effects to create animations that emulate frame-by-frame techniques with only a few drawings. By animating shape layers and utilizing the graph editor, you can generate frames in between poses, making the process more efficient.

Throughout this course, you’ll discover:

• How to use speed to create the illusion of movement.
• Techniques to animate multiple shape layers simultaneously.
• Ways to “fake” 3D effects in a fully 2D environment.

This course caters to individuals eager to animate characters without dealing with complex rigging or plugins. While some experience in After Effects is beneficial, beginners can follow along, as I’ve included all my working files in the resource section for reference.

This animation technique is particularly useful for client projects where time constraints prevent intricate frame-by-frame animation. It provides an effective and time-saving workflow.

By the course’s end, you’ll grasp the limitless possibilities of working with shape layers in After Effects, elevating your animation skills to new heights.