Make ANYTHING Retro in After Effects

[@MarcoVisuals]

should be a crime how fast i clicked

[@BenMarriott]

Consider yourself on house arrest for the next 12 minutes and 30 seconds. Maybe 10 minutes with good behaviour.

[@xXJunnaXx]

So fast that your comment was made “22 minutes ago” while the video itself was uploaded “17 minutes ago”

[@BenMarriott]

@UCMZxbvf_Kgb9ieZWFtcBnvA Those minutes will be added to your sentence!

[@PotassiumKnight]

Fastest hands in the west

[@furious-vengeance]

✊💥🚪 FBI ! OPEN UP !

[@Cliquetis]

I just got in a motion design school, and you are definitely part of why I was accepted there ! Thank you so much for all your tutorials

[@BenMarriott]

That's amazing news! good luck Camille :D

[@Zengane]

So was I!

[@en2336]

Which school?

[@junebyh]

Hi what encouraged you to go for it?

[@serious_about_men]

the dropshadow really CELLS the fact that it’s vintage.

[@BenMarriott]

Where were you when I was writing this?! XD

[@kotakuk6533]

😅

[@by.alejandria]

😜

[@嗚嗚阿阿]

Hi , I’m very love your animation!! Do you agree I Second Creat your project and add my idea in the composition? I want to practice it !! maybe I will post on my youtube to recording. It so beautiful 。Wish you can accept 🙏

[@TheTWSChannel]

Hey Ben, just enrolled in your master motion design course to give my videos a much needed upgrade - I'm already learning tons, and I'm glad to see that you're still pumping out videos. Never stop, and thanks for taking the time out of your day to make these ❤

[@BenMarriott]

I'm so glad you're enjoying the course! Not planning on stopping anytime soon :D

[@Hanschepu]

This is great, what Id like to add is maybe a random wiggle shake, like a small two frames position error or solething to every separate layer or "cell" as the position of each cell sometimes moves or shakes a bit, you can see it in old disney movies. Something that occurred to me while watching the tut!

[@BenMarriott]

Oooo that's a good idea! I love that

[@SouthernShotty]

Wow, lots of clever tricks in here, thanks for sharing

[@BenMarriott]

Thanks Shotty!

[@cinemariachi_official]

​@@BenMarriott please can you make a video in how to use callipeg?

[@aaliyan2]

whats the font used for the text "chills" :)

[@editorshakir]

imagine using deep glow on a white shape lol

[@BenMarriott]

Almost blew my retinas off!

[@motionbynick]

make me retro ben

[@BenMarriott]

Keep the hair, add some flares you're good to go!

[@VideoGameAnimationStudy]

Another great one Ben! I love me some retro vintage!

[@TheBoogeymanStories]

As a beginner motion graphics designer, who never drew, what is your opinion, does it worth to start learning how to draw and easily start to learn how to do frame by frame animations? Or it's time consuming and can easily skip this part? I'm more into the 2d motion graphics, and I would like to do frame by frame, but i really suck at drwaing, and I'm scared to loose time, so I'm very interested what do you think

[@svenhegenmusic]

instead of using the paid plugin you can also use a bunch of AE glow instances and connect them via expressions. Set the radius of instance 2 to be 2 times the radius of isntance 1 and so on. Or for even more flexibility, considering the blooming and brightening of the image, use a simple blur on a second adjustment layer and either lower the opacity or set the blend mode to Screen, Add or even Lighten and lower the opacity. For the chromatic aberration of the plugin you can use a combination of blurs, transforms and channel mixers aswell.

[@midping9768]

Plzz a tutorial on how to make a normal camera shooted video look like realistic aesthetic retro look

[@BenMarriott]

Those effects should work pretty much the same on footage with some tweaking (besides the drop-shadow) give it a go :)

[@QwertyVj]

Can you make video on sound design/creation???? Thank you!!!!!!!!

[@mbpaiva]

Man, I really love your animation style and your attention to detail, for me it's really what stands out the most in your work, those little details! Thanks for the tutorial!

[@BenMarriott]

Thanks so much! So much time is spent on tiny things wondering if anyone else notices. Glad that's appreciated :)

[@aemux]

Thanks

[@BenMarriott]

You're welcome!

[@TheRabidmilkman]

I like the frequency and amplitude of your jokes in this video.

[@BenMarriott]

Ayyyyye! Amplitude will be increased every video from here :D

[@ayushijain9045]

Just magical, Love the effect.❤

[@BenMarriott]

Thank you! Always chasing that magic :)

[@shotikodatashvili5661]

Was that inspired by your recent battle?

[@BenMarriott]

oh my, I think I just learned how morbid my go-to ideas area

[@SiHargreaves]

Ben Marriott...... I got my first job as a video content creator and a large part of why I got the job is because of the Motion Design skills I picked up (largely from you!). What a guy. Any way just wanted to express my gratitude and say thank you.

[@BenMarriott]

oh my, thank you so much. It makes me so happy to hear that. This comment made my day. :D You're so welcome

[@fredolandaveri2193]

This was like ASMR to my eyes. Thank you, so relaxing and inspiring 💀

[@TheDJkarsy]

This is incredible, you are incredible, Ben. Seriously, you're probably the best animator I've seen on KZbin and for sure you're up there as one of the most talented artists I've witnessed. Will be using this for my space scene I had in mind, perfect timing :)

[@thedinardi]

"1 frame of shadow can make or break a freezer animation....so doooo be careful" lmao this is gold

[@KabbaModern03]

KZbin Recommendations doing God’s work 😂

[@BenMarriott]

Thank you, Mr. Recommendations :D

[@Point_n_Shoot]

Excited every time you post! Thanks for putting these tutorials out

[@BenMarriott]

Thanks my friend! Hope this is some welcomed doom and gloom for you :)

[@EposVox]

This was amazing

[@elissitdesign]

What’s the iPad animation software? I couldn’t understand. Thanks!

[@BenMarriott]

Callipeg :)

[@maze2299]

How in the world do you pronounce NASA?

[@BenMarriott]

Kangaroo style?

[@BonytoBeastly]

Dude, your animations are so cool!

[@BenMarriott]

Thanks my beast!

[@13headphones]

for those interested, there`s a free plugin for chromatic aberration "QCA3 in Plugin Everything", good option for those who are looking for this effect

[@BenMarriott]

Ooo I didn't know about this one! Thanks for the heads up :D

[@TrustyTurkey]

Where are you getting your music? The sound design in these tutorials really cells 'em

[@MSMotions]

This is probably one of the best After Effects tutorials I've ever seen. You're a hero man.

[@freudijpg]

omg you are doing the music as well 🤯

[@RefireSorbet]

This animation gave my jaw an offset rotation.

[@BenMarriott]

Chew gum and stay hydrated! XD

[@elleisgae]

I just got into motion or animation (not sure if I'm correct ) and to tell u this makes me feel so dizzy 'coz I've never been this so eager to learn about something that really piqued my interest. I'm still on the process of learning the basics and I'm just using Alight Motion haha. I can't wait to buy a laptop so I can finally try Ae. Thanks for the video tho this really helps a lot!♥️

[@nahrky]

Damn, was not expecting the Minilogue jumpscare! Synths and animation, my two great loves. Great tutorial, definitely going to give this a whirl.

[@alpha8here]

Hi, Ben. I know this is probably too late, but I wanted to ask: I really did your illustration rendering in Procreate, especially with the brushes. Where/How did you learn to paint like that, any recommends, with your style of painting in mind, and which brushes did you use? Thanks so much for this tutorial :D

[@garobi5523]

Great tutorial 👍🏻 May I know the name of the song? Or you composed the whole song yourself?

[@Roran97]

Give me synth name synthsynth?? 😳

[@BenMarriott]

My synthsynth name is cynthia :)

[@valentine_puppy]

I know this is old. I apologize for commenting on an old video. However, wouldn't this really be so much easier if you just drew it, framed it, lit it and filmed it? You could use a film to Computer device that allows you to convert the film into digital and you could just adjust a few things. I am sorry but it just feels like way too much clicking. You could have been done by now. Though, It would probably be better even still if you used a Quantel Paint Box.

[@eshan309]

Make it 4:3 or 5:4...and its perfect!!

[@alirezasadeghi3830]

You’re the best, man. Thanks for sharing . and i have a question . what song you use in background?

[@peppinofliptop]

Client: we love everything about it, but can we turn the skeleton into a rabbit? Also make it pop from a hat instead of a fridge. Also, can you send it in high res? It looks a bit grainy and blurry. 😂😂😂…😢

[@iainb4683]

This was lovely. I'm an illustrator and have zero experience in AE, but this is incredibly inspiring might have to start messing around. Thanks!

[@BenMarriott]

You definitely should! AE can be intimidating with all the panels and timelines, but it's so worth it once you realize it's not that scary and see your work coming to life :)

[@rishisanoriya6001]

What story are u telling in the video, I animated this that bla bla bla, can't you come to the point straight or else change the title of the video Seriously annoying......

[@solarers]

is that a jeffrey dahmer reference

[@Dreadlabs]

Awesome tutorial!

[@maurojuri3124]

Thank you for this! Super cool video! A+++

[@lazerboomerang]

This is absolutely amazing! Kinda got some "last unicorn" vibes off this animation to be honest, no idea why. ❤

[@justin9494]

is the animation at the beginning referencing the filipino OFWs who were killed by putting them in the refrigerator?

[@luilu3]

Where did you learn how to draw ? I'm realy interesting in drawing but i'm not realy good ...

[@JayDay04]

should have taught us how to apply the blooming glow effect without the paid plugin :(

[@phamtp__]

following the trend,that’s definitely dahmer’s fridge:))))

[@shrinivas4736]

Can i get idea about other software that is free ,I’m student can’t afford montly

[@masternoob9667]

hello ben i just want to know what this animation style call which it look that it made in 80s. and the music type that is suetable for those type of anymation

[@jordanfiction]

The skull and the music at 2:21 was a jumpscare for me ngl 💀

[@MrJeekz]

Was this inspired by the DAHMER series?

[@BenMarriott]

Oh my no, just a chilling coincidence ;)

[@FieldofKarpos]

YES YES YES YES YES YES!!!

[@BenMarriott]

Now that's a possitive outlook! I appreciate it Mr. Dance

[@FieldofKarpos]

Thanks so much Mr. Marriot, working on an animation project for college - definitely referencing you and using your workflow - thanks a lot for all your help and guidance to the animation community.

[@BenMarriott]

@@FieldofKarpos Amazing! Good luck with the assignment :D extra marks for every labelled layers

[@ugougotbs]

Did you also composed the music? It is amazing btw

[@BenMarriott]

Thanks Ugox2! Not all of it, from 4:30 (rive) - 11:08 (before the final reveal) is stock, but I'm trying to build up my own library of synthy tutorial beds over time :)

[@Skrenja]

Looks great, but I have a couple nitpicks: 1. The skull should be covered in shadow before it rises from the fridge. The shadows should dynamically change on the skull. 2. I think some line boil/jitter on the skull might help sell the retro look better. Some more jitter and subtle, gradual color shifting (from damaged film) on the entire frame would also amp up the retro feel.

[@_P3_]

Amazing tricks, as always! One of my resolutions for 2023 is to redo all your Master Motion design course assignments. Thank you so much for sharing :) And yes! I was right. You have a minilogue! (nerd🧡) I saw it in the background of your new studio.

[@BenMarriott]

Thanks P3! That's such great exercise, and always great to see how much your skills have progressed. I'm planning on doing a video like that on the channel for a while, redoing one of my animation from years ago and seeing how I could improve it.

[@BenMarriott]

Oh and very well spotted! 1 hour into getting the minilogue I was already planning my euro-rack, the addition sets in quick XD

[@_P3_]

@@BenMarriott Eurorack

[@_P3_]

@@BenMarriott Absolutely great idea!

[@gingerbreadzak]

00:00 🎨 Embrace limitations to achieve a warm vintage feel in animations, focusing on restricted palettes and brush textures. 01:22 🚪 Frame-by-frame animation in Calipeg app for iPad is used for convincing door opening, emphasizing anticipation and easing into the final position. 02:43 🌌 Authentic vintage feel achieved by using real space images from NASA, avoiding artificial renders. 03:37 🔲 Adding subtle drop shadows to animated elements replicates the traditional animation process done on transparent celluloid sheets. 04:30 🔄 Looping texture with darkened curves and screen blending creates film-like damage effects for a vintage vibe. 06:14 🌟 Combining gaussian blur and sharpen effects, along with Deep Glow plugin, adds soft diffused blooming look, reminiscent of old screens. 08:08 🎨 Chromatic aberration and subtle adjustments in curves enhance vintage aesthetics without overwhelming the image. 09:31 🔄 Adding a subtle shake effect using the wiggle expression mimics a loose film reel or VCR playhead, further removing digital sheen. 10:23 🎞 Adding film grain with noise HLS Auto effect provides a final touch to simulate vintage film texture. 11:50 🎶 Suitable audio enhances the vintage mood, completing the retro animation experience.

[@NastkaYHM]

I know this can be a weird question but what style ur drawing

[@RandomGuyOnTheInternet833]

its too retro it reminds me of my past witch makes me go insane because i cant go back to it ever

[@NiekGooren]

Is this a Jefrey Dahmer victim stuck in the vortex?

[@Backstax]

Deep Glow is an outstanding effect, biggest issue is the registration errors that are constant. Nothing like sitting through an hour render only to see the huge Red X randomly flashing through frames..

[@LinoxCappuccino]

Love the tutorial!!! 😍 Thank you so much for that vintage effect. What kind of Keyboard/Synth you use there if i can ask? 😱

[@BenMarriott]

Thanks LC! I'm using a Korg Minilogue and a few tracks of Vital in Ableton :D

[@LinoxCappuccino]

@@BenMarriott Awesome! So cool! Thank so much for the info ::)

[@NikiWinProd]

why don't you use fxconsole? or is it just for the video

[@rogerrtewwr4723]

2:15 first animation on skull is 10x better though

[@onefourteen]

Looks so good! Question - is there an advantage using the wiggle expression as opposed to the Animation Preset 'Wiggle - Position'?

[@BenMarriott]

Normally not if you're just trying to wiggle a layer, but because here we're trying to move the whole comp applying the preset adjustment layer, would just move the adjustment layer. (i think xD)

[@unknownguy2680]

This channel should have millions of subscribers. Thanks a lot brother. I appreciate your work ❤️

[@GrantMFletcher]

It's like you are inside my brain... AND THEN THE SOUNDTRACK!? I'm flabbergasted.

[@rayanerawadi7133]

can u show us how to import from ipad to after effects please!!

[@f4llenstarr]

How long does it take a beginner to learn to make something like this lol

[@DmulsionProduction]

Is this can be made in Premiere? Can you teach us?

[@damiandeamicis]

You’re the best, man. Thanks for sharing ❤

[@boxy3087]

ok I thought this will be easier lol the drawing part is harder one

[@Anarxo.]

what time we live.. denying modernity only stylizing

[@kasper369]

I can't open the project file in my after-effect it crashes

[@Rorb]

i love these tutorials so much man but god they really fuel the perfectionist in me

[@electricmistress89]

hi, is there a way to add film reel shake on Premiere pro?

[@im.totushi]

That midi keyboard looks sweet, what is it? 🤔

[@SehmbeySimmar]

I always wanted to ask what is this music it's so soothing!

[@the.holyfountain]

Hi Ben, Ive used this tutorial for a couple projects already, and had so much fun! thank you!

[@edofaravelli]

So are you not using Rough Animator anymore on the IPad? I find that RA and Callipeg are both cool software but Callipeg, while richer, it looks somehow more confusing in some parts. Chances you'll make a Callipeg tutorial sometime? :DDDD

[@BanazirGalpsi1968]

Almost terry Gilliam when you're done

[@EliasVisualProductions]

Bro! That was incredible, I've never even thought about blurring and then sharpening. It seems so obvious when you think about it, but yeah this is definitely going to be something I take with me in my everyday carry. Thank you!

[@_nikus]

мне ещё учится рисовать ради этого?

[@bejoadaperlu1872]

how about things they did for the beatles footage ?

[@Youafstalky]

YOU'RE A LIFE SAVER I LOVE YOU!!!!! 😭😭😭😭💖💖💖💖💖

[@sunileditsofficial]

whats the name of music used in this video??

[@NinesCGI]

I Know its old but you might want to research lighting more with the door opening the shadow would not shrink it would grow. From where the shadow forms the light is blatantly behind the door not in front you open a door with the kitchen light on that shadow doesn't shrink you open a door with the hallway light on the light grows as the door opens more... the handle doesn't really break or make it , the main thing that broke all this was a shadow forming in such a unrealistic way.. love yh work keep it up more of constructive cirt

[@Youafstalky]

YOU'RE THE BEST!!!!! THANK YOUUUUUU!!!!💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖

[@ivonakrsteva]

Stranger Things vibes.. I love it.

[@eliaszakhour7739]

thanks man but how i can remove the ( X shape

[@StopmotionStudios13]

Wow doing blur and sharpen together. never wouldve thought of that

[@demzesis]

Merci !

[@freudijpg]

always label our layers needs a TM cornerbug. :D

[@BenMarriott]

That is class! I'm 100% doing that when I next update the graphic :D

[@freudijpg]

@@BenMarriott yeyyyh lets go👐

[@guriyab614]

Worked for me thank you!❤️