In this exciting new tutorial we'll be creating a powerful explosion and shockwave inside of After Effects using elements from Action Essentials 2 and built-in effects. We will use Mocha to motion track the difficult shot and explore advanced blending and compositing tips. It's a good 44 minute tutorial so tell your wife (or spouse)... it's After Effects time.

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In part 02 of this electrifying series we will create a human explosion using clever compositing techniques and blood elements from Action Essentials 2.

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In this tutorial we will create a DVD from start to finish. This includes building a motion menu in after effects and preparing for export and rendering. Then we'll move on to Encore for adding buttons and functionality to the DVD before burning.

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In this exciting 46 minute tutorial we will build a furious procedural disintegration using displacement maps, turbulent displacement and CC particle world. Be sure to stay tuned until the very end for a fun bonus video...

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In this quick tutorial, you'll learn to create an animated spinning orb that will impress all of your friends. This technique is similar to a shot in the recent Pro Scores promo video.

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If you want to add some particles check out these tutorials for information:

• 80. 3D Falloff
  
• 68. Energy
• 66. 3D Sparks Title
• 58. Fancy Title Plate
• 23. Moving 3D Lines