After Effects Beta 3D Tutorial | OBJ Files + 3D Camera Tracker

Download Project Source Files - #freeassets Want to create immersive 3D composites but find existing methods tedious? This video unveils a groundbreaking technique using the After Effects Beta 2024.3 In this tutorial, you'll discover: ✨ How to leverage the enhanced 3D camera tracker for seamless object integration. ✨ A simple trick to apply native effects (like shadows, blurs, and more) directly to your 3D models. ✨ Pro tips for realistic lighting and compositing. ✨ Free 3D model resources to jumpstart your projects. 🍿 WATCH NEXT: 1. Transforming Subjects with AI - 2. Elevate Your Videos with Generative Fill and Motion Tracking | Photoshop & After Effects Tutorial - 3. Fixing Microphone Audio Plosive Pops in Post | Adobe Audition Tutorial - 🔗 LINKS MENTIONED: TurboSquid - Adobe Stock - LumaLabs AI Genie - To Download AE Beta - MY SOCIALS: 🌍 My website - 🐦 Twitter - 📸 Instagram - 🎥 Facebook - ⌚️Timestamps: Intro & Overview (00:00 - 00:04) • 00:00 - Title card & intro • 00:04 - What's in this video? (3D camera tracking & native effects) • 00:14 - Why you should watch (benefits) Deep Dive into After Effects Beta (00:04 - 00:27) • 00:04 - Introducing After Effects 2024.3 beta • 00:07 - Improved 3D workflow & features • 00:09 - Adding native effects to 3D objects (highlight) 3D Camera Tracking in Action (00:27 - 01:11) • 00:27 - Example clip with car & landscape • 00:32 - Tracking the camera movement • 00:37 - Importing 3D OBJ files • 00:46 - Free 3D model resources (mention links) • 01:01 - Generating 3D models with Luma Labs (mention link) • 01:06 - Final tracked points and 3D space • Adding Native Effects to 3D Objects (01:11 - 02:14) • 01:11 - Importing and positioning the 3D model • 01:24 - Setting anchor point for accurate tracking • 01:38 - Adjusting null point based on tracking data • 01:42 - Adding lighting effects (point light & positioning) • 01:51 - Copying anchor point and scale to light layer • 02:01 - Using calculations effect for native effects • 02:09 - Tracking results and visual improvements Advanced Techniques & Workflow (02:14 - 03:32) • 02:14 - Benefits of native effects on 3D models • 02:33 - Adding drop shadows (previously difficult) • 02:41 - New feature in beta: Calculations effect explained • 02:53 - Applying calculations effect to solid layer • 03:00 - Selecting layers and adjusting opacity • 03:08 - Duplicating effect for background removal • 03:17 - Stencil Alpha mode for maintaining parameters • 03:27 - Changing point light affects solid layer (demonstration) More Effects & Final Touches (03:32 - 04:05) • 03:32 - Adding camera lens blur for depth • 03:37 - Matching grain effect for realism • 03:42 - Adding drop shadows and masks for detail • 03:48 - Importance of these techniques for realism • 03:51 - Color correction with Lumetri's tools • 04:02 - Final shot with Tilt Shift, Blur, and additional objects Conclusion & Call to Action (04:05 - Outro) • 04:05 - Recap of key takeaways • 04:05 - Encourage viewers to watch and learn • 04:05 - Outro & subscribe call to action #aftereffects #3d #vfx #motiongraphics #vfxtutorial #compositing #AfterEffectsBeta #3DCameraTracking #MotionGraphicsTutorial #VideoEditing #CreativeEffectsTutorial 💬 SYNOPSIS