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Animation and Video Editing in Photoshop CS6

by Kurt Jones

We'll begin this course by learning about some of the basic features of the video portion of the timeline panel where we'll learn how to import video clips and do some basic editing. Software required: Photoshop CS6.

What you'll learn

We'll begin this course by learning about some of the basic features of the video portion of the timeline panel where we'll learn how to import video clips and do some basic editing. From there, we'll spend the next several lessons focusing on other visual editing techniques such as using adjustment layers, smart filters, key frames, layer masks, and animating with layer styles. We'll also take some time to navigate the frame animation portion of the timeline panel in which we'll explore animating some mouth expressions. Finally we'll cover the timeline's export settings and how to fix possible broken file links. By utilizing the features that the Photoshop timeline has to offer, you'll be able to add a lot of fun and creativity into your own video or animation projects. Software required: Photoshop CS6.

About the author

Kurt is a design tutor at Pluralsight. Ever since he could hold a crayon, Kurt has been in love with drawing. Apart from his dedication to training artists at Pluralsight, Kurt has an extensive background in illustration. He has previously worked for a book publisher, as well as Rhythm and Hues Studios. It was through his extensive industry background that Kurt learned the way of the Wacom, and that the Pen tool is truly mightier than the sword. Along with creating beautiful 2D illustrations,... more

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