ABSTRACT
For motion graphics artists, special effects artists, matte painters and compositors, integration into After Effects from 3D programs is a must. As with Photoshop, After Effects has the ability to allow the editing of our 3D scenes without having to rerender the work. This saves a huge amount of time and preserves consistency as well. In this chapter, we will focus on one of the largest areas where, CINEMA 4D and After Effects are used, motion graphics. The exercise in this chapter is set to show the fundamental workings of the C4D AE plugin and how the two softwares are linked to allow the editing of 3D scenes in post. If After Effects integration is of interest to you, make sure you check out the folder of the same name on the DVD. It is loaded with information on going from C4D to AE as well as a walkthrough of installing the AE plugin provided with C4D for After Effects.
