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Rigging and Animating a Simple Character in After Effects

Throughout this course we will explore basic character rigging and set-up in After Effects. Software required: Adobe After Effects CS5.5, Adobe Photoshop CS5.1.

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Throughout this course we will explore basic character rigging and set-up in After Effects. Using parenting techniques and various expressions, we'll create a simple character that is easy to animate. We'll then learn how to use the most of the rig to achieve a great looking animation that follows basic animation principles. Software required: Adobe After Effects CS5.5, Adobe Photoshop CS5.1.

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