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Animate 3D looking letters with a hand lettered, illustrative style!

This class covers 9 different animation examples with details like outlines, inlines, hatched extrusions, stripes, offset extrusions, multicolored extrusions, different kinds of shadows and more. Plus, you'll learn how to animate each example in a unique way.

You can mix and match the techniques you learn to create your own unique animated 3D lettering.

Why 3D "looking" letters?

The thing about the animated 3D letters that I'll be showing you how to create in this class, is that they’re not actually 3D. There is a way to make text that is extruded in 3D space right in After Effects, but that's NOT what I'll be teaching you in this class. There's a time and a place for "real 3D text" that utilizes the 3D renderer–think sports logo style. The look I was going for in this class is more of a hand lettered look, so the "real" 3D extrusion technique was not the answer. Instead, by making letters with 2D layers and making them just look 3D, we gain a ton of flexibility to create a more handmade, illustrated feel.

Techniques you'll learn:

If you’re ready to make some 3D looking animated lettering, let’s get started.

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What's included

100% Self-Paced

Pre-recorded videos allow you to play, pause, and practice at your own pace.

33 Lessons (4h 10m)

Get Started
  • Welcome
  • Getting Started
  • Class Project
Number 1
  • Set Up
  • Animate
  • Animate Out
Number 2
  • Set Up
  • Animate
  • Animate Out
Number 3
  • Set Up
  • Animate
  • Animate Out
Number 4
  • Set Up
  • Animate
  • Animate Out
Number 5
  • Set Up
  • Animate
  • Animate Out
Number 6
  • Set Up
  • Animate
  • Animate Out
Number 7
  • Set Up
  • Animate
  • Animate Out
Number 8
  • Set Up
  • Animate
  • Animate Out
Number 9
  • Set Up
  • Animate
  • Animate Out
Finish Up
  • Bonus: Copy Effects Onto Other Letters
  • Bonus: Responsive Keyframes
  • What's Next

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Who this class is for

If you're a hand lettering artist, video editor, graphic designer, illustrator, or aspiring motion designer, this class is for you.

This class is designed for intermediate level Adobe After Effects users. If this is your first time using After Effects, check out Animated Lettering first. You also might like Animated Typography (but this isn't necessarily required):

What you'll need

Successfully completing this class requires a computer or laptop with:

Adobe

After Effects

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Meet the Teacher
Hello!

I'm Megan

I write, illustrate, and animate educational animations to empower healthier choices for us and our planet.

I teach what I know about motion design through online and in-person classes.

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A photo of Megan Friesth
Hello!

I'm Megan

I write, illustrate, and animate educational animations to empower healthier choices for us and our planet.

I also share what I know about animation through online classes.

What students are saying
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Amazing classes, like all of Megan's classes. Easy to follow, she goes through every step with you. This class goes though tones of 3d effects so there is so much to learn, which is amazing!

Ellie B.

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So cool! I love how clearly things are explained! Really nice to follow along with, and really creative projects!

Inna KR.

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Great class with lots of technique examples.

Ange D.

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3D Animated Lettering in Adobe After Effects

One-time purchase

Get unlimited, lifetime access to this class. Watch anytime, at your own pace. No subscription fees.

$49
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Enroll through Skillshare

Get access to all my classes with a Skillshare membership. New members get a one-month free trial.

$168/year (price varies by region)

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