Motion: Principles of Motion Graphics

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

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