Sci-fi Futuristic City in After Effects & Cinema 4D

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Creating a Sci-Fi Futuristic City with After Effects & Cinema 4D

In this video, we will be creating a sci-fi futuristic city using Adobe After Effects and Cinema 4D. Follow these steps to achieve a stunning futuristic cityscape.

**Step 1: Preparing Your Footage**
  1. Download stock footage of a cityscape from the internet.
  2. Import the footage into Adobe After Effects.


**Step 2: Tracking in After Effects**
  1. Use the 3D Camera Tracker effect to track the buildings you want to work on.
  2. Identify and work with the tracking points generated by the tracker.


**Step 3: Adding Futuristic Elements**
  1. Import additional elements such as holograms and futuristic structures.
  2. Create a flicker effect and add the Posterize Time effect to enhance the sci-fi look.
  3. Use different blending modes to achieve the desired effects on your structures.


**Step 4: Exporting to Cinema 4D**
  1. Once you are satisfied with your 3D project in After Effects, export it to Cinema 4D.
  2. In Cinema 4D, start with your animation and fine-tune the effects for a polished look.


By following these steps, you can create an impressive sci-fi futuristic city using Adobe After Effects and Cinema 4D. For a detailed step-by-step guide, watch the full video tutorial.

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