Motion Graphics Jin Lin

A digital technique that combines the languages of film, animation, and graphic design. Usually displayed via electronic media technology.

Objectives Explore the functions of After Effects Use After Effects to create a short motion graphics clip

Purposes/Motivations A “canvas” to express myself and my ideas My prolonged interest in animation Learn the practical usages of motion graphics

Challenges New materials Limited time Finding outside resources Slow laptop that keeps crashing with work unsaved

Alternatives Create 3D drawing using Adobe Photoshop Photo manipulations with Adobe Photoshop Make a short video using visual effects

Result

Result https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JE6Jv4neME8&feature=youtu.be

Conclusion Underestimated the time it would take to make motion graphics Overestimated the performance of my laptop One second of the animation could actually took an hour Just like traditional way of using key framing to create animation

Future Work Watch more videos about motion graphic tutorials Try to experience with other tools to create more effects Continue to elaborate on the video clip Add a storyline to the video