I think we can all admit that part of the reason we got into After Effects was to live out our inner fantasy of being a mutant or super hero of some sort. Guilty. Be careful as you watch this quick tutorial, you don't wanna get caught Red Handed... Somebody had to say it...

Denis Klepcha has compiled a convenient chart showing the most used keyboard shortcuts for After Effects. You can download and print this cheat sheet out for your wall to save you from always having to stop what you're doing and go through the "help" files.

There are lots of tutorials on creating that "old film" look, but I felt like Brock did a good job presenting a method that didn't require any expensive plug-in presets and could be done quickly... Enjoy!

You may think you love After Effects... but how can you really tell until you've created a heart monitor that proves the passion is alive and well?! You can't... I'm sorry, it's the only way. Jorrit will show some handy expressions within Particular that should help you with any number of projects.

Zombies are... were people too. We need to be sensitive to what they're feeling. Don't just say, "Wipe those bloody tears off your face!" Hurting Zombies hurt people.

In this two part tutorial we'll learn how to composite a Tornado and unique point of view using only still pictures. Then learn how to add even more effects like distant lighting and cloud twirling.

In this tutorial we will take a brief look at integrating 3D physics into an After Effects project for a simple motion graphics piece. This is a beginners tutorial and pointed towards those taking there first steps in integrating 3DS Max (reactor) with After Effects.

This tutorial is an introduction to using linear workflow within After Effects in order to achieve more photo-realistic composites. This is a prerequisite tut to pave the way for one we'll be posting soon on how to work with RED footage within AE.

First, we'll use Cinema 4D to craft a subway car using a few basic primitive shapes, while adding detail with Sweep, Extrude, and Loft NURBS elements. Then, we'll texture and light our car to create a realistic look, and allow our CG car to blend in with our real subway environment.

I think the comic book super hero method ain't too bad either and so today you'll learn some helpful workflow tips integrating Photoshop along with how to take your footage and give it that comic book style.