VFX 101: Learn Adobe After Effects / PFTrack / 3ds Max

Name: VFX 101: Learn Adobe After Effects / PFTrack / 3ds Max
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Do you want to learn how to do amazing VFX (Visual Effects)? Learn 3ds Max, After Effects and PFTrack in this course!

Created byRuan Lotter

Last updated 2/2017

English

What you'll learn

Create amazing VFX (visual effects) and motion graphics using Adobe After Effects, Autodesk 3dsmax and PFTrack!

Course content

6 sections • 47 lectures • 4h 21m total length

Introduction To VFX0:56
Introduction video for "Learn Adobe After Effects, PFTrack and 3dsmax".
Software Requirements (Trials and Free Student Versions)0:23
In this video I will discuss the software requirements and where to download trial versions of the software required.

The 3dsmax User Interface5:23
In this lesson we go over the 3dsmax user interface.
Working with Real World Scale2:28
How to set your scale correctly in 3dsmax.
Creating Basic Geometry in 3dsmax6:52
In this lesson we look at creating geometry in 3dsmax.
Move / Scale / Rotate / Clone5:43
In this lesson we look at moving, scaling, rotating and cloning 3d objects in 3dsmax. Once you complete this lesson you will be able to create your own 3d objects!
Using Helpers to Move and Rotate Objects4:08
Using Helpers to move and rotate objects in 3dsmax.
The Modify Panel3:53
In this lesson we take a look at the 3dsmax Modify Panel - Once you have completed this lesson you will be able to add interesting modifiers to your 3d creations.
Subdivision Modeling9:01
In this lesson we take a look at subdivision modeling - you will learn how to create anything in 3dsmax, using geometry subdivisions!
The V-Ray Renderer3:01
In this lesson we take a look at the amazing V-Ray renderer for 3dsmax. You will learn how to render beautiful scenes using this awesome renderer!
Creating a Camera in 3dsmax3:32
In this lesson you will learn how to create a camera in 3dsmax.
The Activeshade Renderer2:16
In this lesson we take a look at the ActiveShade renderer - This will help you to save lots of time in 3dsmax!
The Material Editor12:29
In this lesson we take a look at the 3dsmax Material Editor - You will learn how to create your own custom materials and how to apply them to your 3d creations.
Lights and Shadows6:54
In this lesson we take a look at lights and shadows in 3dsmax - You will learn how to setup different lights and how to control the look of your lights and shadows to create realistic scenes.
Animation and Keyframes in 3dsmax5:26
In this lesson we take a look at animation and keyframes in 3dsmax - Learn how to add movement to your awesome 3d creations!
The Curve Editor6:12
In this lesson we take a look at the Curve Editor in 3dsmax - You will learn how to finetune your animations in 3dsmax.
MassFX7:21
In this lesson we take a look at the exciting MassFX physics engine in 3dsmax - You will learn how to add some realistic physics to your 3d scenes!
Rendering an Image Sequence From 3dsmax4:09
In this lesson we take a look at rendering an image sequence from 3dsmax - You will be able to configure the render settings and output an image sequence.
3dsmax - Mini Project19:53
Welcome to the 3dsmax Mini Project - You will learn how to create a bowling alley with pins and a ball, and how to setup the physics using the MassFX physics engine!

The After Effects User Interface8:30
In this lesson we take a look at the After Effects user interface.
Working With Layers6:58
In this lesson you will learn how to work with layers in After Effects.
Applying Effects in After Effects6:01
In this lesson you will be learning all about applying effects to layers in After Effects.
Animation and Keyframes in After Effects12:24
In this lesson you will learn how to add animation using keyframes in After Effects.
Masks & Rotoscoping12:45
In this lesson you will learn how to use masks and also how to rotoscope using After Effects.
Track Motion in After Effects7:02
In this lesson you will learn how to track motion using After Effects.
The Camera Tracker in After Effects3:46
In this lesson you will learn how to use the 3d camera tracker in After Effects.
Chroma Keying3:44
In this lesson you will learn the art of chroma keying - how to work with green screen footage.
Color Grading4:49
In this lesson you will learn how to do color grading using After Effects.
Rendering3:11
In this lesson you will learn all about rendering from After Effects.
After Effects - Mini Project9:21
Welcome to the After Effects mini project - we will be looking at some gun muzzle flashes and creating one awesome night shot!

Introduction to PFTrack3:01
We start our Final Project with this lesson - you will learn about the user interface of PFTrack. The amazing tracking software!
Track The Scene Using UserTrack and AutoTrack16:36
In this lesson you will learn how to track a shot in PFTrack - We look at the UserTrack and AutoTrack nodes and how to use them.
Orient Scene and Test Objects2:55
In this lesson I show you how to orient your scene correctly and also how you can use test objects in PFTrack to ensure that you track is perfect.
Export Tracking Data to 3dsmax1:35
In this lesson you will learn how to export your tracking data from PFTrack for 3dsmax.
Convert Footage to Image Sequence using After Effects3:02
In this lesson you will learn how to convert your footage to an image sequence so that you can use it in 3dsmax.
Import Tracking Data Into 3dsmax2:14
In this lesson you will learn how to import your PFTrack tracking data into 3dsmax.
Import Image Sequence Into 3dsmax Environment3:15
In this lesson you will learn how to import your footage image sequence into the 3dsmax environment.
Import and Position 3D Objects and Link Materials5:56
In this lesson you will learn how to import 3d objects into your 3dsmax scene and how to ensure that their materials are linked.
Apply Animation to CG Objects8:59
In this lesson you will learn how to apply animations to the 3d objects in your scene.
Add Lights to The Scene3:22
In this lesson we light our scene.
Create a Shadow Catcher3:33
In this lesson you will learn how to create a shadow catcher so that you will have realistic shadows in your shot.
Render Image Sequence From 3dsmax3:17
In this lesson you will be rendering your final project from 3dsmax - ready for compositing.

Bring Elements Into After Effects - Compositing3:27
In this lesson we start the compositing process.
Match 3D Elements and Footage3:45
In this lesson you will learn how to match your 3d render to your footage by adding spesific effects.
Color Grade Your Final Project4:46
In this lesson you will learn how to color grade your final project.
Render Final Project From After Effects2:43
In this lesson you will be rendering your final project from After Effects.

Requirements

Download 3dsmax (Free student version available), After Effects (Trial version works fine) and PFTrack (Trial version works fine). I will give you more information where you can download these trial / free versions at the beginning of the course. You don't need any experience in VFX to do this course.

Description

VFX 101: Learn Adobe After Effects / PFTrack / 3ds Max

Kickstart your career in VFX - No Film School and No Visual Effects Experience required!

Have you ever wanted to do your own Visual Effects or maybe dream about working for a major VFX Studio in Hollywood? Well now you can learn all the basic skills to get you started! This course will give you the all building blocks that will allow you to start using Adobe After Effects, 3dsmax and also PFTrack to create your own amazing Visual Effects - Hollywood Style.

You will also get to use the amazing V-Ray Renderer for 3dsmax which is used widely in the Visual Effects industry as well as in the Gaming world!

What you will learn:

Autodesk 3dsmax
- Creating Geometry
- Subdivision Modeling
- Animation and Keyframes
- Texturing and the Material Editor
- The Active-shade Renderer
- The V-ray Renderer
- MassFX Physics Engine
- Lighting and Shadows
- The Graph Editor
- Importing 3D Models
- How to use Tracking Data from PFTrack
- Rendering
Adobe After Effects
- After Effects Basics
- Working with Layers
- Applying Effects to Layers
- Masks & Rotoscoping
- Compositing
- Animation and Keyframes
- Color Grading
- Chroma Keying
- Tracking (2D and 3D)
- and much more!!

PFTrack
- User Track and Auto Track nodes
- Solving the Camera
- Orienting The Scene
- Using Test Objects
- Exporting Tracking Data to 3dsmax
- and of-course much much more!

After each chapter you will do a very exciting mini project with me, to ensure that you understand everything that was covered in that specific lecture before we move on to the next.

I will provide you with sample footage / graphics / 3d models and more, that we will use during this course.

The total running time of this course is 4 Hours and 33 Minutes!!!

Get ready to begin your career in VFX right NOW!

Who this course is for:

This course is meant for anyone interested in creating their own VFX (Visual Effects and Motion Graphics) or anyone interested in learning 3dsmax, After Effects and PFTrack. You don't need any experience, and NO FILMSCHOOL - I will go through everything from the basics to more advanced features. If you want a career in VFX then this is the place to start!
Anyone interested in learning Adobe After Effects
Anyone interested in learning 3dsmax
Anyone interested in learning PFTrack
Anyone interested in learning compositing and Visual Effects
Anyone interested in learning how to do motion graphics

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Introduction2 lectures • 1min

3dsmax17 lectures • 1hr 49min

After Effects11 lectures • 1hr 19min

The Final Project - PFTrack to 3dsmax (Part 1)12 lectures • 58min

The Final Project - Compositing (Part 2)4 lectures • 15min

Conclusion and Thank you1 lecture • 1min

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