ALL DESIGN TOOLS
130. 3D Replicator
• Learn to use the 3D replicator to build complex particles
• Overview of Element 3D Group settings
• Overview of Element 3D Group settings
Posted on Jul 21, 2012
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84 Comments
Kevin Kuo
5 years ago
Hi Andrew, how do you create the particle texture and lighting for the replicator? I tried Optical flare source type: track lights. But it still doesn't look as good as yours.
Peter Steel
5 years ago
The option for 3D Object is there. You need to make a new group folder with the model you want to use as the shape inside it and then left-click on the group folder number and to the right is the atom switch/button
Tony
7 years ago
Do you do a specific setup for background, lights, and camera? Wondering what the cP standard is...
Gabe
10 years ago
I have Element v.2 and I cannot do the 3d element, nothing shows up - is this going to be fixed or is this now no longer available on v.2
King Justice Akers Dem
10 years ago
Hi Andrew, I am new in this forum and this is my first comment. I will like to ask why are you not putting new tutorials on the tutorials panel again like before? are you trying to say we are all professionals now?
That was my favorite thing about this sight, so please bring it back. one or two tutorials in a month, I think that will be enough. and my second question is: when are we going to have soft dynamic option in element 3d? where we will be able to to treat animals and human bodies like a real world.
That was my favorite thing about this sight, so please bring it back. one or two tutorials in a month, I think that will be enough. and my second question is: when are we going to have soft dynamic option in element 3d? where we will be able to to treat animals and human bodies like a real world.
Aung Naing Tun
11 years ago
I like AE and thank you Andrew...,I`m learning AE for my job.
There fore AE is very useful.
There fore AE is very useful.
Dhinez
11 years ago
Hi Andrew kramer..., You are such a guy with stuffs...,How do u getting these kind of ideas.you are awesome man.You are such an inspiration to young buddies really..,i am from india and i want to get the full tutorials including basics and expert....,dont stop your doing things here!!!
8BitHero
11 years ago
Hi great tutorial but how can I make a blue glow like on the thumbnail of the video, ive been looking everywhere to find out how.
Jonathan
11 years ago
Hi guys can you put some life into E3D like talking cat or dog and some animals OBJ please
richard
11 years ago
please help me...when i import the .obj file into E3D, and put replicator array, when i click ok to go back, the object doesn't show , i still can see it in scene setup tough.
thanks man
thanks man
rakesh
12 years ago
element 3d was amazing .and I was thinking how hard it would be to program this plugin.thanks a lot
Jessie Barnes Jr.
12 years ago
The tutorial is very good but I am having a problem with seeing the environment once I go into After Effects.
loutv@mindspring.com
12 years ago
Just went through this tutorial a few times but I can't get my vector art to be the shape of the replicator. I have paths, precompose, turn off layer and select layer, and the layer in comp to be the one. I get (using blob as particle) my big blob with a faint image of the vector art. Tried it with just a pen tool mask as well but no go. On latest version of element. What is the trick to getting particles to form a custom (logo) shape?????
Hashmukh Kerai
12 years ago
Guys i made a pretty awesome abstract video using the particle replicator for my motion graphics degree final, check it out! 
https://vimeo.com/67495695
https://vimeo.com/67495695
Baharoon
12 years ago
Hey Mr Andrew
I have important question hopefully you answer me
days and days I'm trying to reach the look of this scene 3D replicator ( the lights, background etc ) but I couldn't there's any chance to send me this scene file or send me exactly color codes even Optical flares type of flare you use ... million of thanx
cheers
I have important question hopefully you answer me
days and days I'm trying to reach the look of this scene 3D replicator ( the lights, background etc ) but I couldn't there's any chance to send me this scene file or send me exactly color codes even Optical flares type of flare you use ... million of thanx
cheers
Peter Kovacs
12 years ago
I can't get my red ball material to look the way it does in the tutorial. Anybody know what settings he used... it looks like he started with black_metal
ransomj66
13 years ago
Awesome as usual sir!
From another Element 3D user Josh Burns, using some basic techniques to achieve amazing results with replicator and mask extrusions, find his stuff on youtube, or thru the link I have posted with my sample of that same method he explains in his tutorial:
http://youtu.be/p2nfaxGzz5k
Post your comments and subscribe please, i have a killer Element 3D tutorial coming soon, too, be the first to see it!
Thanks!
From another Element 3D user Josh Burns, using some basic techniques to achieve amazing results with replicator and mask extrusions, find his stuff on youtube, or thru the link I have posted with my sample of that same method he explains in his tutorial:
http://youtu.be/p2nfaxGzz5k
Post your comments and subscribe please, i have a killer Element 3D tutorial coming soon, too, be the first to see it!
Thanks!
Lukas
13 years ago
what if i`d like the replicator to iterate my objects (like your machine parts) non-randomly?
swapnil ambhore
13 years ago
hey bt hw can we give shine to 3d obj objects in maya so that it we cn see the reflaction in after effect...i used blin dielectric bt it isnt that cool as u presented in ur tutorial
Luke
13 years ago
Hello everyone,
My position noise just stopped working and i don't know how, it was just working and working, but it seems from some point it just deos nothing anymore. Could an expression on Position noise evolution do that damage:/
My position noise just stopped working and i don't know how, it was just working and working, but it seems from some point it just deos nothing anymore. Could an expression on Position noise evolution do that damage:/
Silkey
13 years ago
OK, Riddle me this. Can you animate between two 3D models set as arrays? I cannot for the life of me work out how to do it. I am trying to do it like this.
1. set up object a as array set to group 1.
2. set up object b as array set to group 2.
3. set up object c as particle object on group 1 and 2
4. use animation to blend between the two.
5. Doesn't work... The array obect set on group 1 is the only one used.
???
Thanks for any responses.
1. set up object a as array set to group 1.
2. set up object b as array set to group 2.
3. set up object c as particle object on group 1 and 2
4. use animation to blend between the two.
5. Doesn't work... The array obect set on group 1 is the only one used.
???
Thanks for any responses.
Alex
13 years ago
I know the answer is probably really simple but how did he make the blue light in the corner? Is it just a point light or is it a optical flare? If it is a normal AFX light how is it "visible light" ?
zeroattnspan
13 years ago
I know i'm going to get ridiculed for this question, but here it is. Can you extrude text with the new element plug in? Thanks
gronk33
13 years ago
By any chance is this scene available so we can check out what you did with your background and optical flares? It's a subtle but sophisticated and cool look.
from Kuwait
13 years ago
Good tutorial.
I want very shorts film like Mid-Air Emergency, search & destroy and grenade throw. Short films like these are useful in after effects even in video shooting techniques and how to bring good ideas for the film.
I hope to release short films like these with new ideas and effects. I trust you Andrew.
I want very shorts film like Mid-Air Emergency, search & destroy and grenade throw. Short films like these are useful in after effects even in video shooting techniques and how to bring good ideas for the film.
I hope to release short films like these with new ideas and effects. I trust you Andrew.
DiggerDave1968
13 years ago
Hi AK,
I was wondering if you will be adding extra bundle packs...
I would like a pack (the only way I can afford it) which includes the Pro Shaders and Projectile weapons with it. It seems the only one you have at the moment includes Motion Design which although is a fantastic looking bundle it's not the one I need.....
I'm sure it would go down very well if you were able to select the model pack needed....
Thanks Dave
I was wondering if you will be adding extra bundle packs...
I would like a pack (the only way I can afford it) which includes the Pro Shaders and Projectile weapons with it. It seems the only one you have at the moment includes Motion Design which although is a fantastic looking bundle it's not the one I need.....
I'm sure it would go down very well if you were able to select the model pack needed....
Thanks Dave
crushkd
13 years ago
I am 1 million percent sure by the beginning of this season of TV shows, you will see an over abundance of different Promos, commercials, and in scene uses of Element 3D, just from this overview right here. Do Not let anyone try to buy you out on this app/tech because as GPUs get stronger, this will be the quintessential app for After Effects.
James
13 years ago
Hey Andrew, You are doing a great work out there, keep it up. In fact, could we have a "Walking on Walls" Tutorial and a "Ghost" Tutorial. BTW this is the best plugin yet. YOU ARE THE BEST, ANDREW!
Bill
13 years ago
Hey just wondering if you need to have a software like 3Ds Max or Cinema 4D in order to use Element 3D, or can you use it all inside of After Effects.
Jonathan
13 years ago
Wow... This is by far the best AE plugin for the money. Soooo much possibilitays I forgot how to spell possibibilities... Twice.
Dynes Cole N
13 years ago
This has to be by far the coolest plugin to date. And I say to date because I know you guys are far from done. Thanks for all you hard work and as always looking forward to you works to come.
Timber_Wolf_2
13 years ago
15:50 "I don't want to blow your mind here, but..."
Thre seconds later...
[Mind blown]
Thre seconds later...
[Mind blown]
shahina
13 years ago
hi Andrew how are you your tutoriel is blessing for me thanks a lot how can i get your plugins
VINCE
13 years ago
Andrew, I use a custom 3d object for the element replicator shape, but is it possible for it to copy the color of the 3d replicator for the particles in it vertices?
VINCE
13 years ago
this is really getting excited all the time, Andrew, I want the tutorials about mixing th element with live action clips 
R-CANE
13 years ago
I love to learn more of these advanced techniques to create stunning 3D animations. I hope to see more of these in the future, I tell all people I know that work with AE to buy Element 3D.
The Oscar voor best visual effects plugin 2012 goes to.... Video Copilot!
The Oscar voor best visual effects plugin 2012 goes to.... Video Copilot!
