VHS Emulation in After Effects

So, I’ve been working on a project that called for emulating that older 90s analog VHS look. Usually, I’d just quickly download some overlays and slap some plugin over the footage and call it a day. But thee ole ADD and OCD grabbed hold and I dove head first into WHAT and HOW VHS tape actually works and based my …

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AE Cinematic Film Fade Preset

AE Film Fade Preset Name Your Own Price Cinematic Film Fades – they have a different sense of texture and character to them. In this video, I dive into the why and how. Then off to After Effects to emulate the look digitally.  Also, ARTAX! Also… sorry for all the dumb memes. I was in a “mood.” For information on …

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AE Quick Halation Preset

AE FIlm Halation Preset Name Your Own Price So Halation is cool, right? You know, that red tinge effect around highlights when shooting on film? I guess the actual definition of Halation is spreading light beyond its proper boundaries in a developed photographic image. Look, Davinci Resolve has a nifty little Halation effect that is WAY better than this preset, …

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After Effects Quick Folder Structure Script

AE Quick Folders Name Your Own Price If you want to work faster and more efficiently, it’s vital to have an organized folder structure. You DON’T have to use this one, but you SHOULD have one – something – anything.  Besides, your AE folder structure is like an underwear drawer.  Keep it clean?   Here’s a little script to help quickly …

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