ABSTRACT
This chapter introduces CINEMA 4D Lite and how to start integrating 3D models into motion design projects using the CINEWARE plug-in. MAXON CINEMA 4D is one of the leading 3D software packages used today to create stunning 3D motion graphics, product visualizations, video game assets, and much more. It provides an intuitive, user-friendly interface and set of tools for 3D modeling, texturing, lighting, animation, and rendering. CINEWARE displays in the Effect Controls panel in After Effects and acts as a real-time interface between a composition in After Effects and the CINEMA 4D render engine. CINEMA 4D Lite provides an extensive set of tools, features, and functions to create 3D content for After Effects. The chapter enables one to: create and animate 3D layers in After Effects; model extruded type in CINEMA 4D Lite; apply materials in CINEMA 4D Lite; add Lights in CINEMA 4D Lite; use the 3D Camera Tracker in After Effects; and composite a 3D Object with CINEWARE.
