Create Stunning Fire Logo Animation

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Setting up the Composition
   1. Creating a New Composition
   2. Adjusting the Logo Scale
   3. Pre-composing the Logo
3. Tracing the Logo Outlines
   1. Applying the Auto Trace Effect
   2. Deleting Unnecessary Keyframes
4. Adding the Saber Plugin
   1. Adding Saber to the Logo Composition
   2. Customizing the Core and Render Settings
   3. Selecting the Burning Preset
5. Creating the Fire Animation
   1. Setting Keyframes for Mask Evolution and End Offset
   2. Adjusting the Resolution for Preview
   3. Creating Keyframes for Start Size and Offset
   4. Fine-tuning the Animation
6. Creating the Reflection
   1. Duplicating and Flipping the Logo Layer
   2. Adjusting the Scale and Opacity
   3. Adding Fast Box Blur for Contrast
7. Creating the Floor
   1. Creating a Solid Layer for the Floor
   2. Adding Fractal Noise
   3. Making the Floor a 3D Layer
   4. Adjusting the Floor's Position and Rotation
   5. Applying Motion Tile for Seamless Texture
8. Enhancing the Appearance
   1. Adding an Adjustment Layer
   2. Adding Compound Blur for Texture
   3. Converting Layers to 3D
   4. Creating a Camera for Zoom Effect
9. Finalizing the Animation
   1. Pre-composing the Layers
   2. Creating the Background with Gradient Ramp
   3. Adjusting the Contrast with Curves
   4. Adding Sharpening with Unsharp Mask
   5. Applying Noise for a Filmic Look
10. Conclusion

How to Create a Fire Logo Animation Using a Free Saber Plugin in After Effects

In this tutorial, I will guide you through the process of creating a captivating fire logo animation using the free Saber plugin in After Effects. By following these step-by-step instructions, you will be able to create a dynamic and visually stunning animation that will leave a lasting impression.

1. Introduction

Introduction to the tutorial and the objective of creating a fire logo animation using the Saber plugin.

2. Setting up the Composition

In this section, we will set up the composition by creating a new composition, adjusting the logo scale, and pre-composing the logo for easier manipulation.

2.1 Creating a New Composition

Step-by-step instructions on creating a new composition with the desired resolution and duration.

2.2 Adjusting the Logo Scale

Guide on adjusting the scale of the logo within the composition to ensure it is properly positioned.

2.3 Pre-composing the Logo

Instructions on pre-composing the logo layer to organize the project and make future adjustments easier.

3. Tracing the Logo Outlines

This section covers tracing the outlines of the logo using the auto trace effect and deleting unnecessary keyframes.

3.1 Applying the Auto Trace Effect

Step-by-step guide on applying the auto trace effect to create mask layers based on the logo outlines.

3.2 Deleting Unnecessary Keyframes

Instructions on selecting and deleting unnecessary keyframes to streamline the animation process.

4. Adding the Saber Plugin

This section focuses on adding the Saber plugin to the logo composition and customizing its settings to achieve the desired fire effect.

4.1 Adding Saber to the Logo Composition

Step-by-step instructions on adding the Saber plugin to the logo composition and accessing its control panel.

4.2 Customizing the Core and Render Settings

Guide on customizing the core type, size, and render settings to achieve the desired fire effect.

4.3 Selecting the Burning Preset

Instructions on selecting the burning preset to further enhance the fire effect.

5. Creating the Fire Animation

This section covers creating keyframes for mask evolution and end offset to animate the fire effect.

5.1 Setting Keyframes for Mask Evolution and End Offset

Step-by-step guide on setting keyframes for mask evolution and end offset to control the movement of the fire effect.

5.2 Adjusting the Resolution for Preview

Instructions on adjusting the resolution of the composition for smoother preview playback.

5.3 Creating Keyframes for Start Size and Offset

Guide on creating keyframes for start size and offset to control the intensity and appearance of the fire effect.

5.4 Fine-tuning the Animation

Tips and techniques for fine-tuning the animation to achieve the desired timing and visual impact.

6. Creating the Reflection

This section focuses on creating a reflection of the logo using duplication, flipping, and applying effects for added realism.

6.1 Duplicating and Flipping the Logo Layer

Step-by-step instructions on duplicating the logo layer and flipping it vertically to create a reflection.

6.2 Adjusting the Scale and Opacity

Guide on adjusting the scale and opacity of the reflection layer to achieve a realistic reflection effect.

6.3 Adding Fast Box Blur for Contrast

Instructions on adding a fast box blur effect to the reflection layer to create contrast with the main logo.

7. Creating the Floor

This section covers creating a floor layer using fractal noise, adjusting its position and rotation, and applying effects for a seamless texture.

7.1 Creating a Solid Layer for the Floor

Step-by-step guide on creating a solid layer to serve as the floor for the animation.

7.2 Adding Fractal Noise

Instructions on adding fractal noise to the floor layer to create a textured surface.

7.3 Making the Floor a 3D Layer

Guide on making the floor layer a 3D layer to enable proper interaction with other 3D layers in the composition.

7.4 Adjusting the Floor's Position and Rotation

Instructions on adjusting the position and rotation of the floor layer to align it with the reflection and create a realistic floor surface.

7.5 Applying Motion Tile for Seamless Texture

Guide on applying the motion tile effect to the floor layer to create a seamless texture throughout the composition.

8. Enhancing the Appearance

In this section, we will enhance the overall appearance of the animation by adding an adjustment layer and applying effects for contrast and texture.

8.1 Adding an Adjustment Layer

Step-by-step instructions on adding an adjustment layer to apply effects to multiple layers simultaneously.

8.2 Adding Compound Blur for Texture

Guide on adding the compound blur effect to the adjustment layer to enhance the texture of the animation.

8.3 Converting Layers to 3D

Instructions on converting the logo and floor layers to 3D layers to enable depth and camera interaction.

8.4 Creating a Camera for Zoom Effect

Guide on creating a camera layer and animating its position to create a zoom effect throughout the animation.

9. Finalizing the Animation

This section covers finalizing the animation by pre-composing the layers, creating the background, adjusting contrast, and adding final touches.

9.1 Pre-composing the Layers

Step-by-step instructions on pre-composing multiple layers to organize the project and simplify the composition.

9.2 Creating the Background with Gradient Ramp

Guide on creating the background layer using a gradient ramp effect for added visual interest.

9.3 Adjusting the Contrast with Curves

Instructions on using the curves effect to adjust the contrast of the animation and enhance the overall appearance.

9.4 Adding Sharpening with Unsharp Mask

Guide on applying the unsharp mask effect to the animation to enhance the sharpness and clarity of the visuals.

9.5 Applying Noise for a Filmic Look

Instructions on adding noise to the animation to achieve a filmic look and enhance the overall aesthetic.

10. Conclusion

Conclusion and final thoughts on the completed fire logo animation, along with a recap of the techniques and skills learned.