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Intro to X-Particles: Creating Abstract Images in Cinema 4D

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Overview

In this class you will learn the basics of X-Particles, an amazing plugin in Cinema 4D. Use any 3D model of your choice and generate organic streaks using this dynamic tool

Let's create some beautiful abstract images or videos.

You’ll learn:

  • The Emitter
  • Modifiers: xpFollowSurface - xpTurbulence - xpSpeed - xpAvoid - 
  • Generators: xpTrail
  • Tags: xpCollider
  • Materials: xpMaterial and Hair Material
  • Render settings: Export image and Multipass
  • Compositing: in After Effects [Optional] 

The course is for beginners to intermediate level animators, and it requires some basic knowledge of Cinema 4D.  I will guide you through the whole process. 

Software required: Cinema 4D and 3rd party plugin X-Particles 3.5

Syllabus

  • Intro
  • Emitter
  • Follow Surface
  • Custom Emission
  • Trails
  • Turbulence
  • Groups
  • Collider Tag
  • Avoid
  • Quick Recap
  • XP Materials
  • Trail
  • Illumination
  • Render
  • 14 Compositing
  • Outro

Taught by

Davide Frusteri

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