One of the most popular questions we get here at RGTV, is how to use our tools to turn text into sand/dust. Peder Norrby created a great project file that has sat on trapcode.com since Trapcode Form was released, but there was never an explanation of how it worked, so…

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RGTV Ep. 21 – Creating a Text to Sand Transition

In this episode of Red Giant TV, I’ll show you how to use Trapcode Form to create the effect of text (or a logo) dissolving to sand and blowing away. You’ll also learn how to reverse the transition, so that sand forms into text.

This is actually the basis for a much, MUCH cooler tutorial I have planned, and you can see the planned next stage at the end of this tutorial.

You can watch the tutorial here.

And, of course, you can get a discount on Trapcode Form here.

OK folks – Part 2 is up and running. In this episode of RGTV, we’ll continue with using sound to effect time, but we’ll also focus on sound effecting the look of the footage, as well. Here’s an example:

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This uses both Trapcode Soundkeys and Magic Bullet Looks. Hope you enjoy the show!

You can watch the episode here.

New episode of RGTV is up, folks…

RGTV Episode 05: Controlling Time with Audio – Pt. 1

In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to use audio to control time. You’ll learn how to make your video automatically move forward in time to the music’s beat – a technique used in tons of music videos and commercials.

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I’ve noticed that the sound on MP4′s can be a few frames off when uploaded to the web – but rest assured, the motion is to the beat.

If you have never used Trapcode Sound Keys (and maybe even if you have), I’ll bet you’re surprised by what you can do with audio and time.  Anyway, I’d love to hear your thoughts on this one so please sound off.

Watch it here.

And don’t forget you can get great deal on Sound Keys through Red Giant TV. Just swing by the Promo page for details.

Just wanted to let you know we should have part 2 of the Binary Transition tutorial up on Tuesday.

We’ve got a lot of cool stuff planned, so stay tuned….

If you watched part 1 of the Binary Transition tutorial, then you’ve already learned a little bit about Trapcode Form. But I have a confession to make. The first time I opened form, I just didn’t get it. And it scared me too. (more…)