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In this course, you will :
- Examine references and learn the fundamentals of Illustrator and After Effects to become acquainted with kinetic typography. Choose the phrase to animate and experiment with different typefaces before settling on your favourite. Then, conduct some colour research to determine the best colour palette for your animated typography concept.
- Start the design process by sketching on paper and importing it into Illustrator.
- Learn how to make a base layer with your phrase and get Mat's advice on how to edit your design to make it look new.
- Learn how to use your colour palette in your design and experiment with different colour combinations. Get a walkthrough of how to animate your phrase by importing your design into After Effects.
- Learn how to export your animation in various formats based on where you intend to share it. Mat shows you how to use Photoshop to convert your animation into a GIF. Finish the course by hearing Mat's advice on how to share your work on social media.
Syllabus :
1. Kinetic Typography and How to Prepare for the Fun Part
- Introduction to Typography in Motion
- Key Programs
- Phrase Exploration and Resources
- Animated Typography Reference
- Colour Research
2. Vectorising and Animating Our Phrase
- Lettering Composition and Organisation
- Creating Our Base Phrase in Illustrator
- The All Important Colour Application
- Creating Our Kinetic Typography
- Textural Additions
3. Animation Exporting
- Exporting as Gif
- Sharing Platforms and Tips
