In this course I’m going to show you how to create a shadowbox-style paper cutout effect inside After Effects. In each quick video we’ll cover things like:

Adding textures using track mattes
Customizing colors
Working with 3D cameras, layers, lights, and shadows
Precomposing layers
Parenting layers
Controlling expressions with sliders
Blending modes

And much, much more. As always, I’ll be showing you how I use keyboard shortcuts constantly for a more efficient workflow.

Course Curriculum

Course

Instructors

Jake Bartlett

Motion Designer

I’ve been working as a motion designer for over ten years. After graduating with a degree in digital media and working at a production company in LA for 5 years, I made the jump to full-time freelance. Since then I've begun teaching motion design courses online at Skillshare, School of Motion, and my YouTube channel. Supporting my family as a motion designer is a dream for me. I get to make things move every single day, and be at home with my wife and family while doing it.