A collection of tutorials – from short introductions of concepts, to long-form in-depth workflow.
Animating Raster Graphics
A quick overview of ways to introduce movement to still images in After Effects (via After Effects Tutorials w/ Mikey):
- puppet pin
- depth map
- camera
- vanishing point
Puppeting & Rigging Vector Objects
In addition to the puppet pin tool, vector objects can also be character animated in After Effects by rigging (via SonduckFilm):
Detailed Character Animation Workflow
Animator Emanuele Colombo generously lets us look over his shoulder for 90 minutes, as he creates a character from scratch and gives it lifelike movement: