Motion 101: An Introduction to Motion 3

Cost:

$795.00 (Online Class - Lodestone Live)
$995.00 (Lodestone Training Center) Classes Always Run!

Time: 10 AM - 4:30 PM EST
Length: 3 day class
Type: Instructor-led

Course Description:

This three-day hands-on course will familiarize students with Motion, Apple’s revolutionary software for motion graphics design. The course comprehensively covers working with Motion’s Real-Time Design engine and interface, behavior-based animation, parameter behaviors, blend modes, advanced particle system design, advanced title animation, working with templates, chroma key techniques, masking methods, DVD motion menu design, tablet-driven gesture UI techniques, working with audio, keyframing, and integration.

Learning Objectives:

This course is designed for those students who wish to learn the fundamentals and functionality of Motion.

Target Audience:

This class is designed for anyone looking to learn more about creating motion graphics using Motion. The course is designed for those who prefer hands-on and interactive instruction to best explore the functionality of Motion.

Course Outline:

Lesson 1: A Tour of Motion

  • Getting to know the interface
  • Some Windowing Hot Keys
  • Gestural Input
  • Importing Footage
  • Setting the Play Range
  • Zooming Options
  • Adding Layers
  • Cloning and Instancing
  • Applying Behaviors
  • Using the Motion Path Behaviors
  • Applying Filters
  • Soloing RAM Previews
  • Freezing Tracks
  • Deactivating Behaviors and Filters
  • Particle Simulations
  • Adding a Third Dimension
  • Autosave

Lesson 2: Generators and Particle Presets

  • Applying Generators from the Library
  • Motion Blur-dependent Presets
  • Core Image Content
  • Working in the Inspector
  • Working with Gradients
  • Using Hotboxes and Sliders
  • Using the Displacement Filter
  • Using Image Wells
  • Rendering
  • Asset Management

Lesson 3: Groups, Layers and Blend Modes

  • Building a Multi-Layered Composite
  • Navigating the Layers Tab
  • Working with Filters and Behaviors in the Layers Tab
  • Creating Text
  • Modifying Blend Modes
  • Nesting and Collapsing
  • Working in Float Space

Lesson 4: The Third Dimension

  • Converting from 2D to 3D
  • Getting Around in 3D
  • “First-person Shooter” Navigation
  • Arranging Layers with Depth
  • Mixing 2D and 3D Layers
  • Adding Lights
  • 3D Texture Properties
  • Adding Cameras
  • Applying an Animation Preset
  • Working with Behaviors in 3D
  • Quick Look at Particles

Lesson 5: Using Templates

  • Using Motion’s Templates
  • Accessing Template Elements
  • Creating Your Own Templates
  • Working iLIfe Content

Lesson 6: Creating Text Effects

  • Formatting Text
  • Working with Text Parameters
  • Browsing Text Presets
  • Sequencing Test
  • Animating Text on a Path
  • Working with 3D Text
  • Creating Custom Presets

Lesson 7: Particles and Parameter Behaviors

  • Building Particles from a Movie Clip
  • Refining a Particle System
  • Adding Color
  • Changing Rotation and Spin
  • Changing Scale
  • Birth
  • Death
  • Life
  • Using Parameter Behaviors
  • MIDI Control

Lesson 8: The Replicator

  • Replicating a Clip
  • Adjusting the Replicator Shape
  • Modifying Rows
  • Applying the Sequence Replicator Behavior

Lesson 9: Advanced Particle Design

  • Sprites
  • Multiple Particles
  • One Emitter
  • Emitter Shapes
  • Modifying Particle Behavior
  • Particle Proxies and RAM Previews
  • Blending
  • Particles in 3D Space
  • Moving Particles with Simulation Behaviors

Lesson 10: Keyframing

  • Setting Keys Manually
  • Record Animation Shortcut
  • Record Animation Modes
  • Working in the Keyframe Editor
  • Parameter Hotkeys
  • Working with Keyframes in the Timeline
  • Keyframing Filters

Lesson 11: Painting in Motion

  • Basic Painting
  • Write-on Effect
  • Customizing Brushes
  • Changing Stroke Properties over Life
  • Working with a Pen and Tablet
  • Adding a Zoom Blur
  • Creating 3D Effects with Paint Strokes

Lesson 12: Keying and Shapes

  • Pulling a Key
  • Treating the Edges
  • Creating a Garbage Matte
  • Keyframing the Garbage Matte
  • Rotoscoping with the B-spline Tool

Lesson 13: Tracking and Matchmoving

  • Tracking Defined
  • Two Trackers
  • Smoothing Footage
  • Matchmoving a Screen Insert
  • Hinting Features
  • Adding Glass to the Screen
  • Tracking with Filter Center Points

Lesson 14: IRoundtripping, Nonlinear Editing and O-flow Retiming

  • Frame Blending vs. O-Flow
  • Sending from Final Cut Pro
  • Makers into Motion from Final Cut Pro
  • Working with the Content in Motion
  • Returning to Final Cut Pro
  • Motion Menus with DVD Studio Pro
  • Soundtrack Pro Integration

Lesson 15: Audio and Markers

  • Mixing in Sound Effects
  • Multi-Channel Audio File Support
  • Using the Waveform Editor
  • Using the Keyframe Editor
  • Using the Timeline
  • Adding Markers
  • Driving Animation using Audio Behaviors
There are currently no public classes scheduled dates for this class. To schedule a private class, please call us toll free at 866-665-9441.

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The only time that a class will cancel is either if there is a power failure or other major disruption in service.