ALL DESIGN TOOLS
In this tutorial I'll take you through some lesser known tips and tricks for controlling 3D backgrounds inside Element 3D. These may not be exciting features but once you see how easy it is to setup a custom environment the possibilities explode! One of the main advantages of creating a physical environment map is that it moves more accurately with the camera and scene.
August 3rd, 2012
64 Comments
When I set the 3D object and try to rotate around it with the "unified camera tool" - the behaviour is panoramic. It's like the camera's axis is at the center of the camera itself. I dont want that. I want the axis to be the center of the 3D object, so I can look around it
Markku Lorentz
11 years ago
Hi! I haven't used element before. I'm looking for a solution in after effects to create multi layered spherical environments from vue spherical renders. (Technique described in the link below)
http://www.3dtotal.com/index_interviews_detailed.php?id=150&page=1#.UtJbFqhwbML
So, gradually bigger spherical environment layers with transparency, to create an illusion of perspective when the camera moves. Would Element be the solution I'm looking for?
Cheers!
http://www.3dtotal.com/index_interviews_detailed.php?id=150&page=1#.UtJbFqhwbML
So, gradually bigger spherical environment layers with transparency, to create an illusion of perspective when the camera moves. Would Element be the solution I'm looking for?
Cheers!
Kwadrat
13 years ago
And here's how not to use the Element 3D
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fnjSJcHSqCg&list=UUtOtfVsLUae569f6VUlPp0A&feature=player_embedded
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fnjSJcHSqCg&list=UUtOtfVsLUae569f6VUlPp0A&feature=player_embedded
deusex
13 years ago
Aah sorry, I missed that there is a "two node camera" that goes targeted to the object.
deusex
13 years ago
Hello guys. I have a ridiculous problem with the After Effects camera when setting up a 3D scene with Element. When I set the 3D object and try to rotate around it with the "unified camera tool" - the behaviour is panoramic. It's like the camera's axis is at the center of the camera itself. I dont want that. I want the axis to be the center of the 3D object, so I can look around it. The only way I was able to achieve this is by setting up an "orbit null".
Is there a camera setting that I am missing?
Is there a camera setting that I am missing?
avsnj
13 years ago
could make a tutorial on how to import third party models and how well it integrates with Element. e.g from 3dmax, cinema 4d, e.t.c. thank you.
KIRVI5
13 years ago
I'm a student and just got my first real job (working with videos and editing them) and as soon as I get my first salary I will buy this plugin! THANK YOU ANDREW!
Element 3D plugin AE CS6 working stopped //Intel I7 2nd generation,ram 8 GB, ATI Radeon HD 5770 and it doesnt working. Plz sir Reply From Nepal
Dr_Stef
13 years ago
Just a tip: There is an app out there I think for multiple phone platforms
called 'Photosynth'. I believe you can make similar environment photos
with your phone and it stitches it together?
called 'Photosynth'. I believe you can make similar environment photos
with your phone and it stitches it together?
CJ
13 years ago
what is that "Live Cam"?
is that something like a hand held camera movement generator?
is that something like a hand held camera movement generator?
joey
13 years ago
Quick matte, dragon and now LiveCam looks like there are many hidden stuffs in the vc lab
windzerg
13 years ago
Dear Andrew,
I have a question, can Element reflect real objects in the comp? for example, I set the material of the Element to like chrome, can it reflect not only the environment, but the particles, the solid, the layers, even another Element as well?
Thank you!
I have a question, can Element reflect real objects in the comp? for example, I set the material of the Element to like chrome, can it reflect not only the environment, but the particles, the solid, the layers, even another Element as well?
Thank you!
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Lyndon
13 years ago
Man I feel like a fiend after a drought, I've been on this HUGE VCP high and I don't wanna come down! 
Keep em' comin' Mr. Kramer!
Keep em' comin' Mr. Kramer!
samir
13 years ago
have you ever considered making a live tutorial ?? it will be AWSOMEE
samir
13 years ago
Hi Kramer ,just want to say thanks a lot for your tutorials and all the good stuff you've been giving us for the last years, really helpfull
Rusty Shackleford
13 years ago
2:46... what is this LivCam you tease us with, Andy? Now I want to know!
Just (now) knowing that environment maps are called 'equirectangular' files made it worth watching alone. There are loads of those badboys out there now I know the correct term to google. Thankyou very much.
Nathaniel
13 years ago
So after watching this technique. I would think that with the correct objects it would be possible to use this to do a fairly good Fly by shot with an air plane or star fighter or something like that? Given the correct model of course.
Timber_Wolf_2
13 years ago
Mr. Kramer, I have a request: if you post a video, could you make it available on VideoCopilot???s site as well instead of on Vimeo or YouTube exclusively? For many of us users, these other sites are blocked on our workplace internet, where we access your site much of the time.
Just a humble request/suggestion from a raving loyal fan who would love to see everything you post!
Just a humble request/suggestion from a raving loyal fan who would love to see everything you post!
Barry Barrera
13 years ago
Hi sir! just purchased ELEMENT 3d and IT ROCKS! question: can you do a tutorial on how to use it in multiple text? i mean i do alot of wordy vids. thanks
Videocopilot LiveCam, now that sounds interesting! Especially in combination with Element 3D. And... QuickMatte!
Arnold
13 years ago
Finally!! dude you just solved one of my biggest problems with this workflow. I will share the info once I have something to show.
Very useful! I am using this now for my own animated bokeh background effect. I want more tips, more tips!
Here is a real small project which I have created with ELEMENT 3D.
It's an e-Card for an event in Switzerland. It is all done with ELEMENT 3D and some SPORTS PACK objects. Render time was some around 5min.
I hope you will like it .. cheers !
>> http://youtu.be/a6qYZUHkD1I
It's an e-Card for an event in Switzerland. It is all done with ELEMENT 3D and some SPORTS PACK objects. Render time was some around 5min.
I hope you will like it .. cheers !
>> http://youtu.be/a6qYZUHkD1I
The was definitely some great stuff. Imma dive into some of that tomorrow. Quick question... when is the update with supersampling arriving? I know you said sometime this week and the weeks not over. But my eyes are dieing for some nice edges with no flickering. I have this same flickering in C4D sometimes when you use too much light.
I can see the power in this, all i need to learn now is how to create one. ANDREW i have a theory, and i hope you respond to this cause you've encouraged these type of thought patterns. Environment maps (images or video) are basically 360 degree panorama's right? so if i had a bunch of footage all of the same place just at different angles and comped them together to create an almost perfect loop (like you did with the stills in the bullet) could i use that as an environment map? and i realize it may be difficult to ensure that its a perfect loop but could one not use a warp technique u used in the Glass orbs tutorial to make that perfect loop. Obviously precomposing all the footage into one merged comp before warping somehow?? I know its a mouthful but its a theory
Richard oakes
13 years ago
Hey Andrew did you manage to find anything out about that gittery space ship render?
SUNNY BLAKE
13 years ago
Hey andrew..U r really drivin us crazy, With ur help Im able to do some great work which i am very much passionate for.
I have a problem of configuring best system for AE and ELEMENT especially.. SO can u Suggest me The best config... Anyways man u r totally awesum
I have a problem of configuring best system for AE and ELEMENT especially.. SO can u Suggest me The best config... Anyways man u r totally awesum
ehsan
13 years ago
hi andrew. a question:
can i use element 3d for 3d back ground for example green screen shot?
for example use it for design a 3d alley or building?
can i use element 3d for 3d back ground for example green screen shot?
for example use it for design a 3d alley or building?
Fab
13 years ago
Hey Andrew Wot about PTEX from one of those painting programms if u painted ur model instead of UV. Will the ever b animation layers added to element 3D or will it accept animation from a d3 software similair to realflow
Rishi
13 years ago
Wow... Awesome Andrew. Thanks for Everything to Sharing with us. Keep Sharing Your Best.
Thanks. I am going to buy Element 3D For my CS6. IS it Support CS6 Version of AE?
Thanks. I am going to buy Element 3D For my CS6. IS it Support CS6 Version of AE?
Keep up the good work and good job on keeping the tutorials flowing! I'm sure you're seeing giant web traffic spikes!
