| | | | Re: 3d layer warp and reflector by Edward Wu on Sep 8, 2009 at 9:23:13 pm in the Zaxwerks Forum Hi Bill,
Reflector should have no issues working with 3D Warps. The reflection will change based on the size of the image that you use, so it's important to find the right position for the reflection. I attached a screen shot below of a sample w | | | | |
| | | | Re: Illustrator Colors Import As Grays and Black Only by Edward Wu on Sep 3, 2009 at 4:58:54 pm in the Zaxwerks Forum Hi Mike,
My original thought was that you may have strokes applied onto the objects. However, since you mentioned that there are no strokes applied, I'll have to take a look at what you're running into.
Please send the Illustrator files to m | | | | |
| | | | No Usable Vector Paths Found by Mike Sussman on Sep 2, 2009 at 7:43:33 pm in the Zaxwerks Forum One of the vector files somebody sent me is extremely complicated and will not open up in Zaxwerks ProAnimator 4.5.1. This file (originally an .eps but opened in AI CS2 and saved out again as a .ai file) has hundreds of Groups containing Clipping Pa | | | | |
| | | | Re: 3d flag and proanimator integration by Matt Rhodes on Sep 2, 2009 at 5:54:06 pm in the Zaxwerks Forum Hi Nigel.
You cannot put a ProAnimator object in a 3D Flag scene with this version of 3D Flag.
You may be able to "fake it" by positioning your flag in 3D space, making it look like it's attached to
the PA object (make it look like it's just b | | | | |
| | | | Re: Serpentine Render Problem by Matt Rhodes on Sep 2, 2009 at 5:44:59 pm in the Zaxwerks Forum Hi Todd.
I'd be happy to look at your project -- it's probably showing a bug in Serpentine.
Would you be able to send me your project (just the .aep file - no media files necessary)?
Send files to: matt@zaxwerks.com
In the meantime, I'll do a | | | | |
| | | | converting 29.97 to 24p by adeeb oberoi on Aug 31, 2009 at 4:51:20 am in the Adobe After Effects Forum HELP!!! I made a short animation to be played in the cineams. I did it on 29.97 frames and squared pixels. The cinemas its playing are digital. I was shoked, they did a terible convertion, the animation staggers and the animation is not smooth. My gu | | | | |
| | | | Re: 3D Hat by Trevor Gent on Aug 18, 2009 at 2:22:20 am in the Adobe After Effects Forum If you are going for something realistic looking and/or you want to animate it. ( Move it around, rotate it whatever) I'd suggest looking into a 3d program. You could check out Blender ( free! ) Ive never used it but I hear its gaining popularity an | | | | |
| | | | Re: ZAXwerks 3D Warps - can a warped layer cast shadows??? by Matt Rhodes on Aug 14, 2009 at 5:03:10 pm in the Zaxwerks Forum Hi Michal.
In order to have a 3D Layer Warp layer cast a shadow onto a "floor" in AE, you'll need to select that floor layer using the "Shadow Catcher Plane" option.
Therefore, do the following:
1. Find the Shadow Catcher Plane parameter near | | | | |
| | | | ZAXwerks 3D Warps - can a warped layer cast shadows??? by Michal Janowski on Aug 13, 2009 at 6:14:17 pm in the Zaxwerks Forum Hi!
Im doing my first project using Zaxwerks 3D Layer Warp.
What I have is a filmstrip placed on the "floor" of my 3D composition in After Effects.
The clip starts as a flat plane, but using 3D Layer Warp it gradually bends on the X axis so th | | | | |
| | | | Re: Animating a long layer along a motion path by Michael Szalapski on Aug 12, 2009 at 12:05:47 am in the Adobe After Effects Forum If the spiral isn't too tight, you could use the puppet tool or a few of AE's distort tools to bend the image, but you're not going to get it wrapping around itself in 3d without purchasing additional plug-ins. (Zaxwerks and, I believe, Digital Anar | | | | |
| | | | Re: ProAnimator FX + Motion 4 by Matt Rhodes on Aug 10, 2009 at 4:15:53 pm in the Zaxwerks Forum Hi Tapio.
We have a beta (not quite released) that you can use with FCS3.
There have been some bug fixes and some compatibility updates.
Email me at matt@zaxwerks.com and I can send you a test version.
Thanks.
Matt Rhodes
Zaxwerks, Inc. | | | | |
| | | | Re: simple rotation by Adriano Moraes on Aug 6, 2009 at 7:40:57 pm in the Adobe After Effects Forum Actually I could have asked a question before posting. Sorry.
Are you on zaxwerks? Or using 3D models from photoshop on CS4? Or CC cylinder?
That can lead to a more specific answer.
Cheers.
ninguem. | | | | |
| | | | Re: Missing presets and texture pronlem in pro-animator by Edward Wu on Jul 31, 2009 at 12:25:57 am in the Zaxwerks Forum Hi Steve,
If you are not using ProAnimator version 4.5.1, then I recommend downloading the latest version.
To download the latest version, please visit our download page listed below:
http://zaxwerks.com/cgi-bin/download.cgi
If you are al | | | | |
| | | | Re: Seamless loop problem by Christopher Rotter on Jul 30, 2009 at 3:17:06 pm in the Adobe After Effects Forum I understand my fault for failing to mention I was using a plug-in. I do understand to a degree what you mean about the loop, I will just go and ask in the Zaxwerks forum.
Thank You, Dave for your time ! | | | | |
| | | | Re: track motion vs 3d / extrude text by Michael Szalapski on Jul 27, 2009 at 7:20:30 pm in the Adobe After Effects Forum Using that set command requires the layer to be in the default placement for new objects or weird things happen.
I'm assuming you've already got keyframes set, etc. since you say you've got a good move down; so my suggestion is this:
Pick a keyf | | | | |
| | | | Re: track motion vs 3d / extrude text by Michael Szalapski on Jul 27, 2009 at 4:55:53 am in the Adobe After Effects Forum That's not what I meant. I meant that in 3d Invigerator you can set your object to follow a 3d layer. In this thread in the Zaxwerks forum Edward Wu talks about how to match Zaxwerks to follow a 3d layer in AE.
"Use the Set command to "Track 3D | | | | |
| | | | Re: track motion vs 3d / extrude text by Michael Szalapski on Jul 27, 2009 at 2:16:28 am in the Adobe After Effects Forum If you have an AE layer in position that you're happy with (as in your first example) Zaxwerks will work for you. You can use an AE layer to place Zaxwerks items. I'm not by my AE machine at the moment, but it's a feature in Zaxwerks.
- The Great | | | | |
| | | | Invigorator vs Proanimator.....stand alone capabilities by Zeno Pierre on Jul 26, 2009 at 10:55:07 pm in the Zaxwerks Forum Hi, watched the great tutorial located at:
http://zaxwerks.com/movies/media/invigmovies/invig_3d_obj_01.mov
The tutorial mentioned about using Invigorator. I have ProAnimator and it was installed on my MAC. After Effects is on my PC. Do I hav | | | | |
| | | | Re: stars with a 3d looking trail by Michael Szalapski on Jul 24, 2009 at 7:59:35 pm in the Adobe After Effects Forum I seem to remember there being a sample project kicking around on these forums somewhere for an effect just like you describe with stars and everything...I'll have to see if I can find it. But, let's assume I can't and you go right ahead and start w | | | | |
| | | | Re: Invigorator Object Animating by Edward Wu on Jul 21, 2009 at 12:12:20 am in the Zaxwerks Forum Hi Chris,
I'm not sure what you mean based on your descriptions. Can you upload a screenshot? Or you can send your project to ed@zaxwerks.com and I'll take a look at what you're running into.
Best,
Edward | | | | |
| | | | Re: proanimator fx not working in motion by Matt Rhodes on Jul 20, 2009 at 9:26:25 pm in the Zaxwerks Forum Hi Dave.
While I don't quite understand your post, we do have a new beta version you can test.
It fixes quite a few bugs and stability issues.
Send me an email and I'll send you a link to the installer. Send an email to: matt@zaxwerks.com
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| | | | Re: 3D in After Effects by Nico Jones on Jul 15, 2009 at 1:16:41 pm in the Adobe After Effects Forum If you have the Invigorator plugin you can import .3DS and .obj files.
Your options once they're in there are somewhat limited though. They'll exist in 3D space and react to your cameras but they'll break the 3D render chain and you can't reall | | | | |
| | | | Re: ProAnimator FX - In motion. No 'True' 3d? by Matt Rhodes on Jul 14, 2009 at 4:32:12 pm in the Zaxwerks Forum Hi Chris.
Here are a few tips on how to set up a camera-tracked PAFx scene:
1. Create a 2D layer that fills the frame (yes, make sure it's 2D and not 3D).
2. Make it the top-most layer (unless you want other graphics in front of the PA 3D object | | | | |
| | | | Looking for Freelance or Full-time work by Chris Holland on Jul 13, 2009 at 6:09:42 pm in the JOBS Wanted Forum Hi,
My name is Chris Holland and I am searching for either full-time or freelance work just about anywhere.
Freelance wise I am interested in working on an off-site basis. I am currently set up with the CS4 Suite and Cinema 4d 10.5. My s | | | | |
| | | | Re: 2d text/logo to 3d? with what and how? by John Mitchell on Jul 13, 2009 at 8:15:13 am in the Apple Motion Forum I've used BorisRED for this before (logo needs to be vector, but then it would for ProAnimator as well). I think Zaxwerks may give superior lighting and material interaction as well as some handy presets.
RED's expensive as well but a lot of folks | | | | |
| | | | 3D multi plane text advice by Nelson May on Jul 6, 2009 at 11:27:01 pm in the Adobe After Effects Forum I have a golf ball that I use as a lower 3rd and place objects on it or under it. For a new project I would like to have the text "golf keeps us going" rotate around the ball at an oblique angle. Basically I would like to see the text and have it rot | | | | |
| | | | Page turning with 3D Layer Warp by Bill Fant on Jul 6, 2009 at 7:30:33 pm in the Zaxwerks Forum Anyone know where I might find a tutorial on this or something very similar?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=33vwELX-GMc
I need to animate page flipping while showing facing pages similar to the above animation. I have downloaded a demo of the Z | | | | |
| | | | Re: 2d text/logo to 3d? with what and how? by Jay Heymans on Jul 4, 2009 at 5:13:48 pm in the Apple Motion Forum Hi Peter,
I've done a very similar project, also including a band... and also tried the link Peter Wiggens gave you and the result -in my case anyway - was useless. The 3D I got using that tutorial were too 'flat', not a bit dynamic and a test in | | | | |
| | | | Loss of object quality after import by Steve Smith on Jul 3, 2009 at 10:49:44 pm in the Zaxwerks Forum In ProAnimator, I created a ring object that looks really smooth and has reflections on it. I exported it as a zaxwerks-type object, but when I imported it into the program again to edit it, the quality had dropped dramatically. the preview resolutio | | | | |
| | | | Re: Fly-through-text in Proanimator by Edward Wu on Jul 2, 2009 at 9:20:05 pm in the Zaxwerks Forum Hi Maria,
You're welcome.
I see. The fly-through and look back is a more complicated move than just a text fly-through. If you're working with the ProAnimator camera, you would have to move the letters off the origin first to give the camera | | | | |
| | | | serpentine by adeeb oberoi on Jul 2, 2009 at 1:32:30 am in the Zaxwerks Forum Hi, I was wondering if there are any video tutorials available for the new zaxwerks plugin Serpentine.
I would like to make the movie reel.
regards,
Adeeb Oberoi | | | | |
| | | | Re: Fly-through-text in Proanimator by Maria Perez on Jul 2, 2009 at 12:34:59 am in the Zaxwerks Forum Hi Edward,
I really appreciate your promt reply!:) Very respectfully YOu're a sweetheart! Really!!!
Not to insult your intelligence I hear what you're saying I do understand that I can do the poses for the fly through, if it helps what I'm trying | | | | |
| | | | Re: 3D Bend Nested Comp Problem by Edward Wu on Jul 1, 2009 at 6:03:53 pm in the Zaxwerks Forum Right. If you go to your "Documents (My Documents in Windows) > Zaxwerks > 3D Invigorator" and look for the "Custom Edges" folder. Inside, you will see the "Edge Examples.ai" file. You can use this file as a reference to how to create different cu | | | | |
| | | | Fly-through-text in Proanimator by Maria Perez on Jun 30, 2009 at 9:26:48 pm in the Zaxwerks Forum Hi boys!, I have a couple of q. regarding flying through text in Proanimator;
1-How? (I tried using the Pose objects animation but it doesn't go all the way through, it stalls at the end of text and fly-t. dies there)
2-Can you animate a camera eas | | | | |
| | | | Re: Expressions problems in 3D by Edward Wu on Jun 29, 2009 at 9:52:42 pm in the Zaxwerks Forum Hi Chris,
I'm not well versed in writing expressions, but if you'd like you can send me the project file and I can take a look at what you are trying to set up, and also see if there are any workarounds to what you are trying to achieve.
My e-m | | | | |
| | | | Re: 3D Layer Warp and disappearing layer by Edward Wu on Jun 29, 2009 at 9:44:59 pm in the Zaxwerks Forum Hi Bill,
I'm thinking you are probably running into a clipping issue when you are using the option to "Use Comp Camera". The After Effects camera has a clipping distance of 30,000 units, so when you are making large objects, and pan out on the ca | | | | |
| | | | Re: reflector not updating by Matt Rhodes on Jun 29, 2009 at 4:38:41 am in the Zaxwerks Forum Hi Bill.
Would you be able to send me your .aep file (no media files necessary)? I'd be happy to take a look.
We just fixed an obscure bug relating to certain scenes. I'd like to see if your scene falls into this category, or if there's another p | | | | |
| | | | Zaxwerks | Creative Cow Master Series: Zaxwerks Invigorator Training with Serge Hamad
Need 3D modeling inside Adobe After Effects? Then you need this DVD! Creative COW Leader and Contributing Editor Serge Hamad shares his award-winning motion graphic expertise to unlock the power of the Zaxwerks Invigorator AE plug-in. Even if you've got no 3D modeling experience whatsoever, Serge will show you how easy it can be, and how great it can look. And even advanced AE and Zaxwerks users will find plenty of tips and tricks to work more effectively. Feature Author: Serge Hamad |
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| | | | Adobe After Effects | Kurt Murphy looks at Zaxwerks Invigorator Training: Vol 1
Broadcast designer Kurt Murphy has been using After Effects since it went by the name of CoSA, but even then, Kurt found its one big drawback was the inability to create true 3D objects in 3D space. That is until Zaxwerks Invigorator came along. And now Zaxwerks Invigorator Training (Volume 1) by Serge Hamad is the perfect solution to get up to speed using this plug-in. Review Author: Kurt Murphy |
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| | | | Adobe After Effects | Transparency Maps & Custom Edges in Zaxwerks Invigorator Pro AE
Invigorator is known around the world as the king of ''flying logo'' animations. No one does it better or faster. But Invigorator is capable of a lot more than that. A question posed by a user in the COW's Invigorator forum proves the point. The challenge: how to create a 3D crown. The solution: Use a custom edge and a transparency map. Jon Okerstrom shows you how in this project. Download the files and follow along. You'll need Zaxwerk's Invigorator. Tutorial Author: Jon Okerstrom |
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| | | | Adobe After Effects | Moving Layer Masks on Glass
Kurt Murphy demonstrates the technique of moving layer masks on 2 sides of a glass cross in Zaxwerks Invigorator. This tutorial assumes that you have some previous exposure to the plug-in. If you don't have the plug-in, download the demo so that you can follow along. Kurt also completes the project by using the Write On to Reveal a 'handwritten script", Trapcode Shine and Lens Flare. Tutorial Author: Kurt Murphy |
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| | | | Adobe After Effects | Raytracing in 3D Invigorator
Imitation isn't just the sincerest form of flattery. When it comes to After Effects, building on shared techniques is a great way to push the envelope. Consider Andrew Kramer's recent tutorial on simulating raytraced reflections posted on the COW.Andrew's technique for simulating raytracing is really cool and it works for all sorts of things. Except for 3D. When Jon Okerstrom watched Andrew's tutorial, the first thing he thought of was Zaxwerks Invigorator and ProAnimator. Jon's tecnique follows. Download the demo and follow along. Tutorial Author: Jon Okerstrom |
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| | | | Adobe After Effects | 3D Layer Warp
In this tutorial, CreativeCOW leader and TV news guy, Jon Okerstrom takes a look at 3D Layer Warp -- one of two new tools from Zaxwerks called 3D Warps. Follow along as Jon creates a paper airplane and shows other fun things you can do with this great new tool. Tutorial Author: Jon Okerstrom |
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| | | | Zaxwerks | Understanding Custom Edges
In this tutorial, Creative Cow leader Serge Hamad demonstrates everything you need to know about creating a Custom Edge in Zaxwerks Invigorator and ProAnimator. Tutorial, Video Tutorial Author: Serge Hamad |
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| | | | Adobe After Effects | Layer Mapping in Invigorator
Serge Hamad demonstrates the technique of layer mapping in Zaxwerks Invigorator. This tutorial assumes that you have some previous exposure to the plug-in. If you don't have the plug-in, download the demo so that you can follow along. Serge uses the Pro Version, but you can accomplish the technique with the Classic Version as well.
Tutorial Author: Serge Hamad |
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| | | | Adobe After Effects | Creating Planets & Auras: Part Two of the Golden COW by Serge Hamad
Many of you have seen Serge Hamads various animations in the After Effects forum at CreativeCOW. In this 5-part tutorial, Serge demonstrates the steps involved in re-creating his Golden COW. In part two, we create the Aura and the Planet. Youll need Image Lounge and Knolls Light Factory from Red Giant Software and Zaxwerks Invigorator. If you dont have these plug-ins, download the demos to follow along. Tutorial Author: Serge Hamad |
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| | | | Broadcast Design | Preparing a News Open: Adding WOW to the Logo
In Part Two of the series, noted broadcast designer Kurt Murphy expands on the logo that the client chose in Part One. Here, Kurt takes the EPS files into After Effects and uses the 3D powers of Zaxwerks Invigorator to bring the Wow! to the on-air identity Kurt creates for KVEW. Even if you do not have the Invigorator, this is a great article for AE and other users as it shows the process used by a respected artist in action. Tutorial Author: Kurt Murphy |
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| | | | Adobe After Effects | Promo Breakdown - Part 2
In this video tutorial, Creative Cow Contributing Editor Eran Stern continue to show you how he designed the 3D Titles for his DVD Promo using Zaxwerks Invigorator Pro and how the final composite was made. Tutorial, Video Tutorial Author: Eran Stern |
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| | | | Adobe After Effects | Building the Cage: Part 4 of the Golden COW by Serge Hamad
Many of you have seen Serge Hamad's various animations in the After Effects forum at CreativeCOW. In this 5-part tutorial, Serge demonstrates the steps involved in re-creating his "Golden COW." In this tutorial you will be creating the cage around the planet. You will need 3D Stroke from Trapcode as well as Invigorator Pro or Classic for this one. Note that with Invigorator Classic you won't be able to open the provided AEP though. The emphasis in this tutorial is on the use of the transparency mapping technique. Tutorial Author: Serge Hamad |
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| | | | Broadcast Design | Preparing a News Open: Logo Touches
Join noted broadcast designer Kurt Murphy as he continues his exploration of the process of re-creating the on-air identity of a local broadcast affiliate in the Pacific Northwest area of the United States. In part seven of the series, Kurt adds a few touches to the logo - a blur, a lens flare, a drop shadow - little touches added to fine tune the look. Tutorial Author: Kurt Murphy |
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| | | | Adobe After Effects | Creating Shockwaves: Part Three of the Golden COW by Serge Hamad
Many of you have seen Serge Hamad's various animations in the After Effects forum at CreativeCOW. In this 5-part tutorial, Serge demonstrates the steps involved in re-creating his "Golden COW." In part two, we create the Aura and the Planet. You'll need Image Lounge and Knoll's Light Factory from Red Giant Software and Zaxwerk's Invigorator. If you don't have these plug-ins, download the demos to follow along. Tutorial Author: Serge Hamad |
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