Tutorial: After Effects CS6 Create Shapes from Vector Layers

One of the great new features in After Effects CS6 is Create Shapes From Vector Layer. And…it’s simple to use! In the tutorial below, I’ll take you step-by-step through the process. First, let’s take a look at the piece we will be creating: Now, follow along with this tutorial and learn how easy it is to combine After Effects with Adobe illustrator to make creativity...

Minimalism. A New Approach for Adobe.

I’m an avid fan of Adobe software applications. I love the way Adobe products easily integrate with one another and facilitate efficient workflow. I have been a long time user of After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Flash – in fact, most of the applications in the Adobe Master Collection. Over the past few years, I’ve noticed a trend where Adobe is introducing more and more applications – each meeting specific needs of a narrow target market. More often than not, these ‘new’ applications ultimately...

speaking at motion 2011

I’ll be speaking at motion, October 9-11, 2011 in ABQ. NM. motion is a mind-bending two day ride – what we refer to as the “TED talks” of our industry. motion speakers are the top creative thinkers and innovators in motion graphics, animation, and vfx. A concept borrowed from TED, each speaker is on stage for 20 minutes giving the talk of their life on subjects they’re passionate about. Talks that revolutionize the industry. Talks that revitalize the creative muse. I’ll be presenting When Time is of the Essence – join...

speaking at The Adobe Post Show

I’ll be speaking at The Adobe Post Show, October 12-14, 2011 in ABQ. NM. The Adobe Post Show takes place immediately after motion. It’s 2.5 days of Adobe Production Premium workflow sessions designed specifically for pros in the film, broadcast and game industries. I’ll be presenting Putting it all Together: My Strong Suite, and a mini-lab: You’ve Got Flash in My After Effects. Putting it all Together: My Strong Suite Throughout The Adobe Post Show you’ve had the opportunity to explore the majority of the Production...

featured speaker at Adobe MAX 2011

This year at Adobe MAX, I will be presenting a two-part Hands-On Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Lab, as one of Adobe’s Featured Speakers. Adobe MAX takes place October 3-5, in Los Angeles … yes, just before motion and The Adobe Post Show! Definitely is going to be a busy week The two-part series is called Hands On and In Depth: After Effects to Flash. Check out the promo video I made for the session…laughter is the best way to deal with stress! Part 1 Use the cinematic power of After Effects to enhance interactive experiences...

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