How to Animate a Still Image with After Effects and Photoshop - Tutorial ft. METROID DREAD

Learn to animate a still image using Adobe Photoshop and After Effects in this comprehensive 56-minute tutorial. Master techniques for planning motion, preparing layers, and creating dynamic animations. Explore essential tools like the patch tool, clone stamp tool, and pen tool to transform a static image into editable layers. Dive into After Effects for keyframe animation, particle effects, and adding shadows and reflections. Perfect for aspiring motion graphics artists and those looking to enhance their digital art skills.

Intro
Episode Overview
Step One: Planning
Step Two: Prepping
The Patch Tool
Removing the Head & Clone Stamp Tool
Separating the Arm & Other Techniques
Step Three: Animating
Keyframe Animation
Animating the Visor
Animating the Arm Cannon
Animating the Particles CC Particle World
Adding the Shadow & Reflections
Members Shoutouts