Video Copilot (49 Tutorials)
3D Text with Element 3D + Animation Composer in After Effects
November 29, 2023
Nijat Ibrahimli shows After Effects users some cool 3D text in After Effects using Element 3D and Animation Composer, free from Mister Horse.
Use Element 3D + Animation Composer in AE
August 1, 2023
Nijat Ibrahimli of Voltage Tutorials shows you how to mix Element 3D and Animation Composer for 3D Text Animations in After Effects.
Physics Simulations in Newton
May 17, 2023
Ben Eshagpoor shows you how to generate a physics simulation in Newton and attach it to a 3D object generated in Video Copilot Element 3D.
VFX & Chill: The Mandalorian
March 10, 2023
In this week’s episode of VFX & Chill, Seth and Hashi recreate effects from The Mandalorian! You’ll learn a lot. This is the Way.
In Depth: Gunfire and Weapon Sound Effects UPDATED
February 13, 2023
In any action film or video game, the sound is as important as the visuals. In this article, we’ll focus specifically on Gunfire and Weapon Sound Effects. UPDATED
Physics Simulations in After Effects with Element 3D
July 12, 2022
Ben Eshagpoor shows some basic physics simulations with Newton in After Effects, with Element 3D, attached using null objects.
Gunfire & Muzzle Flash Effects, Part 1
February 22, 2022
In the first article in the series on gunfire & muzzle flash, we break down real gunfire shots, to help add realism to your own effects.
Create Retro Horror Movie Titles in After Effects
September 28, 2021
Charles Yeager at Premium Beat has a tutorial for Retro Horror Movie Titles in After Effects that are similar to titles from Stranger Things.
In Depth: Lens Flares for Video
April 5, 2021
Lens Flares add drama and presence to scenes. In this article, I’ll be comparing some lens flare tools for your favorite NLEs and Motion Graphics tools
3 Virus Spread Effect Tutorials for Adobe After Effects
March 16, 2021
Three AE tutorials that show different techniques on how to animate a virus spread animation, like you’ve seen over and over on the news.
Motion Graphics in Element 3D with a Soft Drink Can
March 3, 2021
This is a new Element 3D and After Effects tutorial from Voltage Tutorials. Learn to animate a soft drink can coming through a hole.
In Depth: Particle Plugins for After Effects within your Budget
February 4, 2021
Learn about creating particles in After Effects with plugins including Particle Illusion, Trapcode Particular, Rowbyte Plexus, and more!
Video Copilot Tutorial Compilation
August 13, 2020
Here’s a Video Copilot Tutorial Compilation of our favorites for your learning enjoyment and to celebrate our exclusive sale, happening now!
Andrew Kramer | Maxon NAB 2020 Rewind
April 28, 2020
Andrew Kramer, in his Maxon NAB 2020 Rewind, shows you how to create modular dynamic elements inside of Cinema 4D, with compositing in After Effects.
Game of Thrones VFX Part 3, Creating A Zombie Horde Battle Scene
October 8, 2019
Hashi of Action Movie Kid has been doing a mini-series on Game of Thrones effects, and it’s extremely entertaining! This tutorial is filled with great tips.
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