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Gangster ProAnimator Tutorial

October 28th, 2009 by Edward

Get ready for the gangster ProAnimator tutorial. John Dickinson takes you behind the scenes as he creates a look that is inspired by the Sopranos, from HBO. John takes you step by step as he creates all the little details that makes the scene look great.

Learn the following:

• Setting up the 3D Text in ProAnimator with the right bevel, depth, and position.

• Creating a floor surface for the text to cast shadows on.

• Setting up pre-compositions that can be used as textures on the text and the floor.

• Setting up camera and lighting controllers to easily set up a camera that interacts with the 3D text.

• Animate the lights to set up a dark mood, and cast long shadows.

• A great technique to use masks to create a great blood flow effect.


Click on the image above, or the link below to learn how to set up the gangster look!

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