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Introduction to Trapcode Lux in After Effects

by Evan Clarke James

In this series of tutorials, you will learn how to use the Lux plugin from Trapcode. Software required: Adobe After Effects CC 2014, Trapcode Suite.

What you'll learn

In this series of tutorials, you will learn how to use the Lux plugin from Trapcode. First, we are going to color-correct this cloud footage for Lux. Then, we will use Lux with a point light to create a sun, and then we'll use it with spot lights to create rays. Finally, we will use some techniques to integrate the artificial sun into the real sky. After you watch this series of tutorials, you will have a thorough knowledge of a very useful plugin that can make your shots look awesome. Software required: Adobe After Effects CC 2014, Trapcode Suite.

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About the author

Feeding his obsession with film making since he was 13 years old, Evan has built a mountain of industry experience from working on things like 300, Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow, and South Park. Before that, he fed his obsession by devoting his time to learning, and earned a degree in film from NYU, as well as a MFA from CalArts in Experimental Animation. It’s safe to say your creative education is in good hands! As he continues expanding his passion for telling stories, let Evan help yo... more

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