Motion: Principles of Motion Graphics

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Free Online Course: Motion: Principles of Motion Graphics provided by LinkedIn Learning is a comprehensive online course, which lasts for 2-3 hours worth of material. The course is taught in English and is free of charge. Upon completion of the course, you can receive an e-certificate from LinkedIn Learning. Motion: Principles of Motion Graphics is taught by Ian Robinson.

Overview
  • Learn about the core concepts and techniques used to create compelling animations and transitions in Apple Motion.

Syllabus
  • Introduction

    • Thoughts on learning Motion
    1. Understanding Motion Graphics
    • Motion graphic breakdown
    • Creative process: File organization
    • Creative process: Motion graphics
    • Get started in Motion
    2. Exploring Typography
    • Intro to typography
    • Choose wisely: Typefaces
    • Creating and animating type
    3. Creating a Color Palette
    • Intro to color theory
    • Creating palettes in Motion
    • Methods of applying colors
    4. Creating Shapes and Composition
    • Importing layered Photoshop documents
    • Add shapes for stronger composition
    • Understanding the Library
    5. Using Textures for Depth and Emotion
    • Generating abstract textures
    • Making abstract textures loopable
    • Animating graphic style backgrounds
    • Create depth with particles
    • Add symmetry with filters
    • Blending to texture layers
    6. Animation Techniques
    • Precise animation with keyframes
    • Custom speeds with the Keyframe Editor
    • Bounce and overshoot with behaviors
    • Complex animation with simulations
    7. Transitions
    • Drawing custom shapes for animation
    • Animated details with stylized shapes
    • Dynamic transitions with Replicators
    • Dynamic transitions with particles
    • Positioning layers in 3D space
    • Build animated camera transitions
    Conclusion
    • Next steps