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2024 Approved Techniques on How to Make After Effects 2D Animation
Techniques on How to Make After Effects 2D Animation
Adobe After Effects is probably the most versatile software you can add to your arsenal of skills on your journey to learn After Effects 2D animation. Both beginners and professionals can brush up their animation skills on After Effects with some help from tutorials and videos. When it comes to experimenting with visual effects, motion graphics, and 3D composting, Adobe After Effects is recommended as an industry-standard software. So it should come as no surprise that there is a surplus of After Effects tutorials and information on the internet. To help simplify things, here’s a compiled list of Adobe After Effects courses along with a few tips to get started.
In this article
01 [Practical Online 2D Animation Courses](#Part 1)
02 [How to Create 2D Motion Graphics with After Effects](#Part 2)
03 [5 Best Animation After Effects that you must know](#Part 3)
04 [5 Character Animation Tools for After Effects](#Part 4)
Part 1 Practical Online 2D Animation Courses
Learning After Effects need not be complicated. You can use this tool to help you create amazing designs from your sheer imagination. Here is a list of the best courses which are self-paced so you don’t need to worry about fitting them into your schedule. Some of these courses are primarily for beginners who are seeking to orient themselves to the basics. While other courses have recent insights into the latest techniques curated by the industry experts. The courses in this list are diverse and are from different platforms like Domestika, Coursera, Adobe, and YouTube.
1. Getting Started - Adobe
The official Adobe learning site has its own course for introducing After Effects. After all, the software is a product of Adobe itself. This tutorial is purely for complete beginners and is designed to briefly introduce the interface and basic functioning of Adobe After Effects. It takes you through the manual control and menu options which you will need to familiarize yourself with.
2. The Basics – YouTube
This free-to-watch After Effects tutorial is presented by a very passionate photographer and YouTuber Peter Meckinnon. He walks you through the various elements the Adobe interface puts at your disposal. These elements are quite artistically introduced by Peter as he animates a basic title project on Adobe.
3. How to Animate a line - YouTube
When you are introduced to a vast world of possibilities, it can be a bit overwhelming. Which is why starting from the very basics is always a good idea. This next YouTube tutorial shows you step by step how to animate a line on Adobe After Effects from one point to another.
4. Introduction and Advanced After Effects – Domestika
Domestika is an online learning platform that is great for freelancers and independent artists who can purchase self-paced lessons on topics like graphic design and animation. The Introduction and Advanced After Effects tutorials by Carlos Zensuke Albarran are a comprehensive bundle of lessons that quench your thirst for 2D effects animation a bit further.
5. Typography Animation – Domestika
The mark of a professional is his specialization. As you gain more experience in practicing Adobe After Effects, you can begin trying out more bold and stylistic animations with simple typographic techniques. It would not only make you more confident as a motion graphics designer but also equip you with fluid skills as a freelancer. Typographic motion graphics is a cash cow for many After Effect animators.
6. Vectorial Animation – Domestika
Cartoonist animated videos and motion designs are quite interesting to animate. Vectorial 2D animation is quite popular among YouTube tutorials and explainer videos. They make for excellent corporate animations. You can find an amazing Domestika tutorial on Vectorial that walks you through in simple steps on Frame by Frame style animations.
7. Getting Started with Motion Graphics - Coursera
Coursera is another amazing online learning platform for gaining access to Beginner to Advanced courses on Adobe After Effects. This one tutorial introduces you to Beginner level motion graphics where you can learn from short self-paced videos.
8. Getting Started with Motion Graphics - SkillShare
SkillShare is another amazing online learning platform for gaining access to Beginner to Advanced courses on Adobe After Effects. This one tutorial introduces you to Beginner level motion graphics where you can learn from short self-paced videos. It is guided by a leading professional in motion graphics and visual effects who covers all the bases alongside hands-projects.
9. Make Simple Logo Intro in After Effects – YouTube
Creating Intros for your videos is probably the most cost-effective marketing gizmos employed today. This free tutorial on YouTube from Tech Infusion is a simple-to-follow video that sheds some light on how to create eye-catching intros that instantly catches your audience’s attention.
10. Work with Composition - Adobe
Working with After Effects is all about creating gorgeous compositions that pop. This Adobe tutorial equips you with the basics of creating animation on Adobe After Effects with multiple layers and keyframes.
Part 2 How to Create 2D Motion Graphics with After Effects
The astonishing world of intriguing after-effects is vast. Whether you do it as a profession or simply as a hobby, learning how to add after-effects to your 2d motion graphics is always an amazing idea. Worried how you’d understand the tools to add after-effects to your animation? Well, we’ve got you covered! Today we’ll be looking at how you can add after-effects to your 2d animation.
●To make a new 2D graphics in after effects, you need to make a new composition. To do so, head to the composition menu in the menu bar. Upon clicking on the composition menu, a new drop-down menu would open up. From the drop-down menu, click on “new composition”.
●A new setting box would pop up, in this settings box you can alter the settings of the composition. If you do not wish to change any setting, simply click on “ok” and proceed ahead.
●Next, you need to find the tool panel in the main menu bar. Upon clicking on it, a new drop-down menu will appear, click on “star tool”. We’re simply taking the star shape, for instance, alternatively, you can select and another shape too…
●Once you’ve selected the shape you want, draw by clicking your mouse and dragging
●Click on the shape and the layers will appear on the left of your screen. From the popped up screen, click on “properties”. Here you can find multiple animation options and you can even edit frame by frame. Add frames at regular intervals and move according to your wish
Part 3 5 Best Animation After Effects that you must know
1. Stacking animation – YouTube
Stacking animation is an excellent and simple trick that can make any animation look cool and complex. The stacking animation is nothing but the use of the stacking template multiple times. To do so, you just need to duplicate a few of the base layers. Next, you need to offset the duplicated frames by a few frames and finally add some effects. The Adding of stacking animation will result in a slight extension of your animation layers. You can further customize your frames by adding effects or color to enhance the animation.
2. Light sweeps
An advantage of using the after effects software is that it offers several drag and drop features which you can simply drag and drop to your animation to enhance its looks. A light sweep animation is one such animation that can add great value to your animation. You can add this effect by following the steps given below
●Head to “effects” from your main interface
●Here you need to find “generate”
●Now from the list of drag and drop animations, drag and drop “light sweeps” onto your workspace
You can then change and customize almost any aspect of the animation simply by clicking on it and changing the settings
3. Quick shape animation
This is a very cool trick that you can use on your 2d objects! This includes the creation of your own layer(you can use any 2d shape). Further, you need to duplicate your shape and the stagger the animation. This gives the entire animation an interesting and engaging effect. The trick is very resourceful while dealing with 2d objects.
4. Animate your background
When your entire animation looks slightly basic and you wish to give your animation a zest, this trick is highly useful! If you’re working with colored backgrounds, this animation trick can help make it more attractive. This animation is simply just adding motion to your background making it look like it’s moving in or out.
5. Graphics reflection
Although this method is slightly complicated, it could enhance the animation by leaps and bounds. To do so, you need to write a fancy text of your choice, then you need to duplicate this text, and further, you need to flip it vertically. To make it look more realistic, you can add the blur effect. This will make it look like the duplicated text is a reflection of the original text
Part 4 5 Character Animation Tools for After Effects
1. Rubber hose 2
Rubber hose is one of the primitive tools for adding animations. This is mainly because it was found in the early 2000s and back then, animations had wobbly legs and an absurd body structure. This tool has several cool inbuilt functions that make the animation so much simpler. The robust tool. makes animation pretty simple and hassle-free. Rubber hose 2 is an advanced version of rubber hose, it has several advanced features. The plug-in is however not free, you’d need to purchase it at $45 in order to gain a lifetime access.
2. Duik
Duik is one of the most advanced and comprehensive character animation tools in the market. It was initially launched in 2008, but since then there’s been a vast improvement in the tool’s features and today it’s one of the picks to perform animation using rigging and other animation techniques. Duik has several tools that make the animation so convenient. The tool has features such as auto rig, which helps save time while animating. Other tools include effects such as bones, rigging, various filters, and effects.
3. Joystick ‘n sliders
Joystick’n sliders is another highly utilitarian tool for animators. Along with key animation features such as rigging and boning, the tool has other cool and highly useful features to make your animation interesting! The user interface of this tool is a big plus, the simplicity of the user interface makes the tool perfect for beginners and advanced level animators. The tool is simple to use and has a plethora of cool features which could help you make your animation highly engaging.
4. Puppet tool 3
Puppet tool 3 is an after effects plugin that could help you create character animations. The plug-in is different from the in-built puppet tool in after effects. The puppet tool inbuilt into after effects are the Rigging tool for animation, however using the inbuilt tool is slightly sophisticated. Puppet tool 3 is not an individual tool but works in coordination with the inbuilt the puppet tool. Since using the inbuilt tool was complex, puppet tool 3 made it simple. Apart from rigging, the plugin also allows you to work with a few additional features. You can buy the plug-in for only $39.95!
5. Adobe animate character
Adobe character animation is the in-house plugin of Adobe to animate characters. However, the tool is probably still in development. Adobe has been working on releasing this tool for a while now, and in the latest version of after effects, Adobe added the beta version of the character animator. Character animator is probably the most efficient and advanced animation tool. It uses facial recognition for animations and allows you to perform almost all basic animations. The software is perfect when you’re trying to create a complex animated character.
Key Takeaways from This Episode
● Today we’ve dwelled a lot into animation and the tools available for animation.
● We’ve seen how animation could be enhanced using the inbuilt tools available in Adobe after effects.
● We’ve also gone a step further and seen the external plugin tools that you can use to make character animations and highly advanced 2d effects ok animations.
● We’ve also taken an overview on how to create a simple basic 2d motion animation, all in all, we’ve gone from understanding the beginner level animation to understanding advanced animation
02 [How to Create 2D Motion Graphics with After Effects](#Part 2)
03 [5 Best Animation After Effects that you must know](#Part 3)
04 [5 Character Animation Tools for After Effects](#Part 4)
Part 1 Practical Online 2D Animation Courses
Learning After Effects need not be complicated. You can use this tool to help you create amazing designs from your sheer imagination. Here is a list of the best courses which are self-paced so you don’t need to worry about fitting them into your schedule. Some of these courses are primarily for beginners who are seeking to orient themselves to the basics. While other courses have recent insights into the latest techniques curated by the industry experts. The courses in this list are diverse and are from different platforms like Domestika, Coursera, Adobe, and YouTube.
1. Getting Started - Adobe
The official Adobe learning site has its own course for introducing After Effects. After all, the software is a product of Adobe itself. This tutorial is purely for complete beginners and is designed to briefly introduce the interface and basic functioning of Adobe After Effects. It takes you through the manual control and menu options which you will need to familiarize yourself with.
2. The Basics – YouTube
This free-to-watch After Effects tutorial is presented by a very passionate photographer and YouTuber Peter Meckinnon. He walks you through the various elements the Adobe interface puts at your disposal. These elements are quite artistically introduced by Peter as he animates a basic title project on Adobe.
3. How to Animate a line - YouTube
When you are introduced to a vast world of possibilities, it can be a bit overwhelming. Which is why starting from the very basics is always a good idea. This next YouTube tutorial shows you step by step how to animate a line on Adobe After Effects from one point to another.
4. Introduction and Advanced After Effects – Domestika
Domestika is an online learning platform that is great for freelancers and independent artists who can purchase self-paced lessons on topics like graphic design and animation. The Introduction and Advanced After Effects tutorials by Carlos Zensuke Albarran are a comprehensive bundle of lessons that quench your thirst for 2D effects animation a bit further.
5. Typography Animation – Domestika
The mark of a professional is his specialization. As you gain more experience in practicing Adobe After Effects, you can begin trying out more bold and stylistic animations with simple typographic techniques. It would not only make you more confident as a motion graphics designer but also equip you with fluid skills as a freelancer. Typographic motion graphics is a cash cow for many After Effect animators.
6. Vectorial Animation – Domestika
Cartoonist animated videos and motion designs are quite interesting to animate. Vectorial 2D animation is quite popular among YouTube tutorials and explainer videos. They make for excellent corporate animations. You can find an amazing Domestika tutorial on Vectorial that walks you through in simple steps on Frame by Frame style animations.
7. Getting Started with Motion Graphics - Coursera
Coursera is another amazing online learning platform for gaining access to Beginner to Advanced courses on Adobe After Effects. This one tutorial introduces you to Beginner level motion graphics where you can learn from short self-paced videos.
8. Getting Started with Motion Graphics - SkillShare
SkillShare is another amazing online learning platform for gaining access to Beginner to Advanced courses on Adobe After Effects. This one tutorial introduces you to Beginner level motion graphics where you can learn from short self-paced videos. It is guided by a leading professional in motion graphics and visual effects who covers all the bases alongside hands-projects.
9. Make Simple Logo Intro in After Effects – YouTube
Creating Intros for your videos is probably the most cost-effective marketing gizmos employed today. This free tutorial on YouTube from Tech Infusion is a simple-to-follow video that sheds some light on how to create eye-catching intros that instantly catches your audience’s attention.
10. Work with Composition - Adobe
Working with After Effects is all about creating gorgeous compositions that pop. This Adobe tutorial equips you with the basics of creating animation on Adobe After Effects with multiple layers and keyframes.
Part 2 How to Create 2D Motion Graphics with After Effects
The astonishing world of intriguing after-effects is vast. Whether you do it as a profession or simply as a hobby, learning how to add after-effects to your 2d motion graphics is always an amazing idea. Worried how you’d understand the tools to add after-effects to your animation? Well, we’ve got you covered! Today we’ll be looking at how you can add after-effects to your 2d animation.
●To make a new 2D graphics in after effects, you need to make a new composition. To do so, head to the composition menu in the menu bar. Upon clicking on the composition menu, a new drop-down menu would open up. From the drop-down menu, click on “new composition”.
●A new setting box would pop up, in this settings box you can alter the settings of the composition. If you do not wish to change any setting, simply click on “ok” and proceed ahead.
●Next, you need to find the tool panel in the main menu bar. Upon clicking on it, a new drop-down menu will appear, click on “star tool”. We’re simply taking the star shape, for instance, alternatively, you can select and another shape too…
●Once you’ve selected the shape you want, draw by clicking your mouse and dragging
●Click on the shape and the layers will appear on the left of your screen. From the popped up screen, click on “properties”. Here you can find multiple animation options and you can even edit frame by frame. Add frames at regular intervals and move according to your wish
Part 3 5 Best Animation After Effects that you must know
1. Stacking animation – YouTube
Stacking animation is an excellent and simple trick that can make any animation look cool and complex. The stacking animation is nothing but the use of the stacking template multiple times. To do so, you just need to duplicate a few of the base layers. Next, you need to offset the duplicated frames by a few frames and finally add some effects. The Adding of stacking animation will result in a slight extension of your animation layers. You can further customize your frames by adding effects or color to enhance the animation.
2. Light sweeps
An advantage of using the after effects software is that it offers several drag and drop features which you can simply drag and drop to your animation to enhance its looks. A light sweep animation is one such animation that can add great value to your animation. You can add this effect by following the steps given below
●Head to “effects” from your main interface
●Here you need to find “generate”
●Now from the list of drag and drop animations, drag and drop “light sweeps” onto your workspace
You can then change and customize almost any aspect of the animation simply by clicking on it and changing the settings
3. Quick shape animation
This is a very cool trick that you can use on your 2d objects! This includes the creation of your own layer(you can use any 2d shape). Further, you need to duplicate your shape and the stagger the animation. This gives the entire animation an interesting and engaging effect. The trick is very resourceful while dealing with 2d objects.
4. Animate your background
When your entire animation looks slightly basic and you wish to give your animation a zest, this trick is highly useful! If you’re working with colored backgrounds, this animation trick can help make it more attractive. This animation is simply just adding motion to your background making it look like it’s moving in or out.
5. Graphics reflection
Although this method is slightly complicated, it could enhance the animation by leaps and bounds. To do so, you need to write a fancy text of your choice, then you need to duplicate this text, and further, you need to flip it vertically. To make it look more realistic, you can add the blur effect. This will make it look like the duplicated text is a reflection of the original text
Part 4 5 Character Animation Tools for After Effects
1. Rubber hose 2
Rubber hose is one of the primitive tools for adding animations. This is mainly because it was found in the early 2000s and back then, animations had wobbly legs and an absurd body structure. This tool has several cool inbuilt functions that make the animation so much simpler. The robust tool. makes animation pretty simple and hassle-free. Rubber hose 2 is an advanced version of rubber hose, it has several advanced features. The plug-in is however not free, you’d need to purchase it at $45 in order to gain a lifetime access.
2. Duik
Duik is one of the most advanced and comprehensive character animation tools in the market. It was initially launched in 2008, but since then there’s been a vast improvement in the tool’s features and today it’s one of the picks to perform animation using rigging and other animation techniques. Duik has several tools that make the animation so convenient. The tool has features such as auto rig, which helps save time while animating. Other tools include effects such as bones, rigging, various filters, and effects.
3. Joystick ‘n sliders
Joystick’n sliders is another highly utilitarian tool for animators. Along with key animation features such as rigging and boning, the tool has other cool and highly useful features to make your animation interesting! The user interface of this tool is a big plus, the simplicity of the user interface makes the tool perfect for beginners and advanced level animators. The tool is simple to use and has a plethora of cool features which could help you make your animation highly engaging.
4. Puppet tool 3
Puppet tool 3 is an after effects plugin that could help you create character animations. The plug-in is different from the in-built puppet tool in after effects. The puppet tool inbuilt into after effects are the Rigging tool for animation, however using the inbuilt tool is slightly sophisticated. Puppet tool 3 is not an individual tool but works in coordination with the inbuilt the puppet tool. Since using the inbuilt tool was complex, puppet tool 3 made it simple. Apart from rigging, the plugin also allows you to work with a few additional features. You can buy the plug-in for only $39.95!
5. Adobe animate character
Adobe character animation is the in-house plugin of Adobe to animate characters. However, the tool is probably still in development. Adobe has been working on releasing this tool for a while now, and in the latest version of after effects, Adobe added the beta version of the character animator. Character animator is probably the most efficient and advanced animation tool. It uses facial recognition for animations and allows you to perform almost all basic animations. The software is perfect when you’re trying to create a complex animated character.
Key Takeaways from This Episode
● Today we’ve dwelled a lot into animation and the tools available for animation.
● We’ve seen how animation could be enhanced using the inbuilt tools available in Adobe after effects.
● We’ve also gone a step further and seen the external plugin tools that you can use to make character animations and highly advanced 2d effects ok animations.
● We’ve also taken an overview on how to create a simple basic 2d motion animation, all in all, we’ve gone from understanding the beginner level animation to understanding advanced animation
02 [How to Create 2D Motion Graphics with After Effects](#Part 2)
03 [5 Best Animation After Effects that you must know](#Part 3)
04 [5 Character Animation Tools for After Effects](#Part 4)
Part 1 Practical Online 2D Animation Courses
Learning After Effects need not be complicated. You can use this tool to help you create amazing designs from your sheer imagination. Here is a list of the best courses which are self-paced so you don’t need to worry about fitting them into your schedule. Some of these courses are primarily for beginners who are seeking to orient themselves to the basics. While other courses have recent insights into the latest techniques curated by the industry experts. The courses in this list are diverse and are from different platforms like Domestika, Coursera, Adobe, and YouTube.
1. Getting Started - Adobe
The official Adobe learning site has its own course for introducing After Effects. After all, the software is a product of Adobe itself. This tutorial is purely for complete beginners and is designed to briefly introduce the interface and basic functioning of Adobe After Effects. It takes you through the manual control and menu options which you will need to familiarize yourself with.
2. The Basics – YouTube
This free-to-watch After Effects tutorial is presented by a very passionate photographer and YouTuber Peter Meckinnon. He walks you through the various elements the Adobe interface puts at your disposal. These elements are quite artistically introduced by Peter as he animates a basic title project on Adobe.
3. How to Animate a line - YouTube
When you are introduced to a vast world of possibilities, it can be a bit overwhelming. Which is why starting from the very basics is always a good idea. This next YouTube tutorial shows you step by step how to animate a line on Adobe After Effects from one point to another.
4. Introduction and Advanced After Effects – Domestika
Domestika is an online learning platform that is great for freelancers and independent artists who can purchase self-paced lessons on topics like graphic design and animation. The Introduction and Advanced After Effects tutorials by Carlos Zensuke Albarran are a comprehensive bundle of lessons that quench your thirst for 2D effects animation a bit further.
5. Typography Animation – Domestika
The mark of a professional is his specialization. As you gain more experience in practicing Adobe After Effects, you can begin trying out more bold and stylistic animations with simple typographic techniques. It would not only make you more confident as a motion graphics designer but also equip you with fluid skills as a freelancer. Typographic motion graphics is a cash cow for many After Effect animators.
6. Vectorial Animation – Domestika
Cartoonist animated videos and motion designs are quite interesting to animate. Vectorial 2D animation is quite popular among YouTube tutorials and explainer videos. They make for excellent corporate animations. You can find an amazing Domestika tutorial on Vectorial that walks you through in simple steps on Frame by Frame style animations.
7. Getting Started with Motion Graphics - Coursera
Coursera is another amazing online learning platform for gaining access to Beginner to Advanced courses on Adobe After Effects. This one tutorial introduces you to Beginner level motion graphics where you can learn from short self-paced videos.
8. Getting Started with Motion Graphics - SkillShare
SkillShare is another amazing online learning platform for gaining access to Beginner to Advanced courses on Adobe After Effects. This one tutorial introduces you to Beginner level motion graphics where you can learn from short self-paced videos. It is guided by a leading professional in motion graphics and visual effects who covers all the bases alongside hands-projects.
9. Make Simple Logo Intro in After Effects – YouTube
Creating Intros for your videos is probably the most cost-effective marketing gizmos employed today. This free tutorial on YouTube from Tech Infusion is a simple-to-follow video that sheds some light on how to create eye-catching intros that instantly catches your audience’s attention.
10. Work with Composition - Adobe
Working with After Effects is all about creating gorgeous compositions that pop. This Adobe tutorial equips you with the basics of creating animation on Adobe After Effects with multiple layers and keyframes.
Part 2 How to Create 2D Motion Graphics with After Effects
The astonishing world of intriguing after-effects is vast. Whether you do it as a profession or simply as a hobby, learning how to add after-effects to your 2d motion graphics is always an amazing idea. Worried how you’d understand the tools to add after-effects to your animation? Well, we’ve got you covered! Today we’ll be looking at how you can add after-effects to your 2d animation.
●To make a new 2D graphics in after effects, you need to make a new composition. To do so, head to the composition menu in the menu bar. Upon clicking on the composition menu, a new drop-down menu would open up. From the drop-down menu, click on “new composition”.
●A new setting box would pop up, in this settings box you can alter the settings of the composition. If you do not wish to change any setting, simply click on “ok” and proceed ahead.
●Next, you need to find the tool panel in the main menu bar. Upon clicking on it, a new drop-down menu will appear, click on “star tool”. We’re simply taking the star shape, for instance, alternatively, you can select and another shape too…
●Once you’ve selected the shape you want, draw by clicking your mouse and dragging
●Click on the shape and the layers will appear on the left of your screen. From the popped up screen, click on “properties”. Here you can find multiple animation options and you can even edit frame by frame. Add frames at regular intervals and move according to your wish
Part 3 5 Best Animation After Effects that you must know
1. Stacking animation – YouTube
Stacking animation is an excellent and simple trick that can make any animation look cool and complex. The stacking animation is nothing but the use of the stacking template multiple times. To do so, you just need to duplicate a few of the base layers. Next, you need to offset the duplicated frames by a few frames and finally add some effects. The Adding of stacking animation will result in a slight extension of your animation layers. You can further customize your frames by adding effects or color to enhance the animation.
2. Light sweeps
An advantage of using the after effects software is that it offers several drag and drop features which you can simply drag and drop to your animation to enhance its looks. A light sweep animation is one such animation that can add great value to your animation. You can add this effect by following the steps given below
●Head to “effects” from your main interface
●Here you need to find “generate”
●Now from the list of drag and drop animations, drag and drop “light sweeps” onto your workspace
You can then change and customize almost any aspect of the animation simply by clicking on it and changing the settings
3. Quick shape animation
This is a very cool trick that you can use on your 2d objects! This includes the creation of your own layer(you can use any 2d shape). Further, you need to duplicate your shape and the stagger the animation. This gives the entire animation an interesting and engaging effect. The trick is very resourceful while dealing with 2d objects.
4. Animate your background
When your entire animation looks slightly basic and you wish to give your animation a zest, this trick is highly useful! If you’re working with colored backgrounds, this animation trick can help make it more attractive. This animation is simply just adding motion to your background making it look like it’s moving in or out.
5. Graphics reflection
Although this method is slightly complicated, it could enhance the animation by leaps and bounds. To do so, you need to write a fancy text of your choice, then you need to duplicate this text, and further, you need to flip it vertically. To make it look more realistic, you can add the blur effect. This will make it look like the duplicated text is a reflection of the original text
Part 4 5 Character Animation Tools for After Effects
1. Rubber hose 2
Rubber hose is one of the primitive tools for adding animations. This is mainly because it was found in the early 2000s and back then, animations had wobbly legs and an absurd body structure. This tool has several cool inbuilt functions that make the animation so much simpler. The robust tool. makes animation pretty simple and hassle-free. Rubber hose 2 is an advanced version of rubber hose, it has several advanced features. The plug-in is however not free, you’d need to purchase it at $45 in order to gain a lifetime access.
2. Duik
Duik is one of the most advanced and comprehensive character animation tools in the market. It was initially launched in 2008, but since then there’s been a vast improvement in the tool’s features and today it’s one of the picks to perform animation using rigging and other animation techniques. Duik has several tools that make the animation so convenient. The tool has features such as auto rig, which helps save time while animating. Other tools include effects such as bones, rigging, various filters, and effects.
3. Joystick ‘n sliders
Joystick’n sliders is another highly utilitarian tool for animators. Along with key animation features such as rigging and boning, the tool has other cool and highly useful features to make your animation interesting! The user interface of this tool is a big plus, the simplicity of the user interface makes the tool perfect for beginners and advanced level animators. The tool is simple to use and has a plethora of cool features which could help you make your animation highly engaging.
4. Puppet tool 3
Puppet tool 3 is an after effects plugin that could help you create character animations. The plug-in is different from the in-built puppet tool in after effects. The puppet tool inbuilt into after effects are the Rigging tool for animation, however using the inbuilt tool is slightly sophisticated. Puppet tool 3 is not an individual tool but works in coordination with the inbuilt the puppet tool. Since using the inbuilt tool was complex, puppet tool 3 made it simple. Apart from rigging, the plugin also allows you to work with a few additional features. You can buy the plug-in for only $39.95!
5. Adobe animate character
Adobe character animation is the in-house plugin of Adobe to animate characters. However, the tool is probably still in development. Adobe has been working on releasing this tool for a while now, and in the latest version of after effects, Adobe added the beta version of the character animator. Character animator is probably the most efficient and advanced animation tool. It uses facial recognition for animations and allows you to perform almost all basic animations. The software is perfect when you’re trying to create a complex animated character.
Key Takeaways from This Episode
● Today we’ve dwelled a lot into animation and the tools available for animation.
● We’ve seen how animation could be enhanced using the inbuilt tools available in Adobe after effects.
● We’ve also gone a step further and seen the external plugin tools that you can use to make character animations and highly advanced 2d effects ok animations.
● We’ve also taken an overview on how to create a simple basic 2d motion animation, all in all, we’ve gone from understanding the beginner level animation to understanding advanced animation
02 [How to Create 2D Motion Graphics with After Effects](#Part 2)
03 [5 Best Animation After Effects that you must know](#Part 3)
04 [5 Character Animation Tools for After Effects](#Part 4)
Part 1 Practical Online 2D Animation Courses
Learning After Effects need not be complicated. You can use this tool to help you create amazing designs from your sheer imagination. Here is a list of the best courses which are self-paced so you don’t need to worry about fitting them into your schedule. Some of these courses are primarily for beginners who are seeking to orient themselves to the basics. While other courses have recent insights into the latest techniques curated by the industry experts. The courses in this list are diverse and are from different platforms like Domestika, Coursera, Adobe, and YouTube.
1. Getting Started - Adobe
The official Adobe learning site has its own course for introducing After Effects. After all, the software is a product of Adobe itself. This tutorial is purely for complete beginners and is designed to briefly introduce the interface and basic functioning of Adobe After Effects. It takes you through the manual control and menu options which you will need to familiarize yourself with.
2. The Basics – YouTube
This free-to-watch After Effects tutorial is presented by a very passionate photographer and YouTuber Peter Meckinnon. He walks you through the various elements the Adobe interface puts at your disposal. These elements are quite artistically introduced by Peter as he animates a basic title project on Adobe.
3. How to Animate a line - YouTube
When you are introduced to a vast world of possibilities, it can be a bit overwhelming. Which is why starting from the very basics is always a good idea. This next YouTube tutorial shows you step by step how to animate a line on Adobe After Effects from one point to another.
4. Introduction and Advanced After Effects – Domestika
Domestika is an online learning platform that is great for freelancers and independent artists who can purchase self-paced lessons on topics like graphic design and animation. The Introduction and Advanced After Effects tutorials by Carlos Zensuke Albarran are a comprehensive bundle of lessons that quench your thirst for 2D effects animation a bit further.
5. Typography Animation – Domestika
The mark of a professional is his specialization. As you gain more experience in practicing Adobe After Effects, you can begin trying out more bold and stylistic animations with simple typographic techniques. It would not only make you more confident as a motion graphics designer but also equip you with fluid skills as a freelancer. Typographic motion graphics is a cash cow for many After Effect animators.
6. Vectorial Animation – Domestika
Cartoonist animated videos and motion designs are quite interesting to animate. Vectorial 2D animation is quite popular among YouTube tutorials and explainer videos. They make for excellent corporate animations. You can find an amazing Domestika tutorial on Vectorial that walks you through in simple steps on Frame by Frame style animations.
7. Getting Started with Motion Graphics - Coursera
Coursera is another amazing online learning platform for gaining access to Beginner to Advanced courses on Adobe After Effects. This one tutorial introduces you to Beginner level motion graphics where you can learn from short self-paced videos.
8. Getting Started with Motion Graphics - SkillShare
SkillShare is another amazing online learning platform for gaining access to Beginner to Advanced courses on Adobe After Effects. This one tutorial introduces you to Beginner level motion graphics where you can learn from short self-paced videos. It is guided by a leading professional in motion graphics and visual effects who covers all the bases alongside hands-projects.
9. Make Simple Logo Intro in After Effects – YouTube
Creating Intros for your videos is probably the most cost-effective marketing gizmos employed today. This free tutorial on YouTube from Tech Infusion is a simple-to-follow video that sheds some light on how to create eye-catching intros that instantly catches your audience’s attention.
10. Work with Composition - Adobe
Working with After Effects is all about creating gorgeous compositions that pop. This Adobe tutorial equips you with the basics of creating animation on Adobe After Effects with multiple layers and keyframes.
Part 2 How to Create 2D Motion Graphics with After Effects
The astonishing world of intriguing after-effects is vast. Whether you do it as a profession or simply as a hobby, learning how to add after-effects to your 2d motion graphics is always an amazing idea. Worried how you’d understand the tools to add after-effects to your animation? Well, we’ve got you covered! Today we’ll be looking at how you can add after-effects to your 2d animation.
●To make a new 2D graphics in after effects, you need to make a new composition. To do so, head to the composition menu in the menu bar. Upon clicking on the composition menu, a new drop-down menu would open up. From the drop-down menu, click on “new composition”.
●A new setting box would pop up, in this settings box you can alter the settings of the composition. If you do not wish to change any setting, simply click on “ok” and proceed ahead.
●Next, you need to find the tool panel in the main menu bar. Upon clicking on it, a new drop-down menu will appear, click on “star tool”. We’re simply taking the star shape, for instance, alternatively, you can select and another shape too…
●Once you’ve selected the shape you want, draw by clicking your mouse and dragging
●Click on the shape and the layers will appear on the left of your screen. From the popped up screen, click on “properties”. Here you can find multiple animation options and you can even edit frame by frame. Add frames at regular intervals and move according to your wish
Part 3 5 Best Animation After Effects that you must know
1. Stacking animation – YouTube
Stacking animation is an excellent and simple trick that can make any animation look cool and complex. The stacking animation is nothing but the use of the stacking template multiple times. To do so, you just need to duplicate a few of the base layers. Next, you need to offset the duplicated frames by a few frames and finally add some effects. The Adding of stacking animation will result in a slight extension of your animation layers. You can further customize your frames by adding effects or color to enhance the animation.
2. Light sweeps
An advantage of using the after effects software is that it offers several drag and drop features which you can simply drag and drop to your animation to enhance its looks. A light sweep animation is one such animation that can add great value to your animation. You can add this effect by following the steps given below
●Head to “effects” from your main interface
●Here you need to find “generate”
●Now from the list of drag and drop animations, drag and drop “light sweeps” onto your workspace
You can then change and customize almost any aspect of the animation simply by clicking on it and changing the settings
3. Quick shape animation
This is a very cool trick that you can use on your 2d objects! This includes the creation of your own layer(you can use any 2d shape). Further, you need to duplicate your shape and the stagger the animation. This gives the entire animation an interesting and engaging effect. The trick is very resourceful while dealing with 2d objects.
4. Animate your background
When your entire animation looks slightly basic and you wish to give your animation a zest, this trick is highly useful! If you’re working with colored backgrounds, this animation trick can help make it more attractive. This animation is simply just adding motion to your background making it look like it’s moving in or out.
5. Graphics reflection
Although this method is slightly complicated, it could enhance the animation by leaps and bounds. To do so, you need to write a fancy text of your choice, then you need to duplicate this text, and further, you need to flip it vertically. To make it look more realistic, you can add the blur effect. This will make it look like the duplicated text is a reflection of the original text
Part 4 5 Character Animation Tools for After Effects
1. Rubber hose 2
Rubber hose is one of the primitive tools for adding animations. This is mainly because it was found in the early 2000s and back then, animations had wobbly legs and an absurd body structure. This tool has several cool inbuilt functions that make the animation so much simpler. The robust tool. makes animation pretty simple and hassle-free. Rubber hose 2 is an advanced version of rubber hose, it has several advanced features. The plug-in is however not free, you’d need to purchase it at $45 in order to gain a lifetime access.
2. Duik
Duik is one of the most advanced and comprehensive character animation tools in the market. It was initially launched in 2008, but since then there’s been a vast improvement in the tool’s features and today it’s one of the picks to perform animation using rigging and other animation techniques. Duik has several tools that make the animation so convenient. The tool has features such as auto rig, which helps save time while animating. Other tools include effects such as bones, rigging, various filters, and effects.
3. Joystick ‘n sliders
Joystick’n sliders is another highly utilitarian tool for animators. Along with key animation features such as rigging and boning, the tool has other cool and highly useful features to make your animation interesting! The user interface of this tool is a big plus, the simplicity of the user interface makes the tool perfect for beginners and advanced level animators. The tool is simple to use and has a plethora of cool features which could help you make your animation highly engaging.
4. Puppet tool 3
Puppet tool 3 is an after effects plugin that could help you create character animations. The plug-in is different from the in-built puppet tool in after effects. The puppet tool inbuilt into after effects are the Rigging tool for animation, however using the inbuilt tool is slightly sophisticated. Puppet tool 3 is not an individual tool but works in coordination with the inbuilt the puppet tool. Since using the inbuilt tool was complex, puppet tool 3 made it simple. Apart from rigging, the plugin also allows you to work with a few additional features. You can buy the plug-in for only $39.95!
5. Adobe animate character
Adobe character animation is the in-house plugin of Adobe to animate characters. However, the tool is probably still in development. Adobe has been working on releasing this tool for a while now, and in the latest version of after effects, Adobe added the beta version of the character animator. Character animator is probably the most efficient and advanced animation tool. It uses facial recognition for animations and allows you to perform almost all basic animations. The software is perfect when you’re trying to create a complex animated character.
Key Takeaways from This Episode
● Today we’ve dwelled a lot into animation and the tools available for animation.
● We’ve seen how animation could be enhanced using the inbuilt tools available in Adobe after effects.
● We’ve also gone a step further and seen the external plugin tools that you can use to make character animations and highly advanced 2d effects ok animations.
● We’ve also taken an overview on how to create a simple basic 2d motion animation, all in all, we’ve gone from understanding the beginner level animation to understanding advanced animation
6 Unexpected Ways Gif Animation Maker That Affect Your Marketing
6 Unexpected Ways Gif Animation Maker Can Affect Your Marketing
An easy yet powerful editor
Numerous effects to choose from
Detailed tutorials provided by the official channel
Well, if what you’re looking for is a GIF animation maker or software for GIF Animation, we’ve got your back This article starts off with a list of some GIF animation maker tools that you can use to turn your videos into a GIF file (just to give you an idea of how those can help you move forward in your GIF marketing attempts more easily.)
Before ending in a quick rundown, a couple of reasons why GIFs are worth the investment in the first place.
In this article
01 [In What Ways Can You turn videos into a GIF?](#Part 1)
02 [How Gif Animation Maker Affect Your Marketing](#Part 2)
Part 1 In What Ways Can You turn videos into a GIF?
As promised, we’ll be starting off with the tools that you’ll need in order to create GIFs easily (or GIF Animation Maker tools, if you’d prefer). We’ve made sure to pick out a variety for you so that you won’t have to go looking elsewhere for other options We also included what people tend to like and dislike about each option so that you can make a choice as to what you think is the best GIF animation maker more easily.
01**Wondershare Filmora **
If what you’re looking for is software for GIF animation, then Filmora is your best bet This software is available for both Mac and Windows users (with options for both a perpetual license and subscription packages for you to choose from.) This is a video editing tool that is capable of making incredibly professional results. And, perhaps more importantly (considering the subject of this article), it will allow you easily turn a video into a 2D Animation GIF that you can use for your marketing
URL: https://filmora.wondershare.com/
What People Like About The Maker
●Comes with advanced video editing functions
●Easily turns videos into 2D Animation GIFs
●Produces High-Quality Results each time
What People Don’t Like About The Maker
●It is a software, which requires download and installation
●The FREE version is limited
●Must pay either a subscription fee or one-time fee for full access
02Canva
If you’ve created marketing projects before, then you’ve no doubt already heard of Canva. This is what a lot of content creators use in order to easily create content for marketing online In this case, of course, we’re looking at it as an online GIF animation maker, one that, unlike Filmora, requires no download (but will require sign-up) for you to use. Canva has its own GIF Animation Maker that you can use (different from the regular Canva you might be more familiar with, as is shown in the UI screenshot below).
URL: https://www.canva.com/create/gif-maker/
What People Like About The Maker
●It is an online tool, no download or installation is required
●Built-in media library for convenient project creation
●Intuitive 2D Animation GIF interface
What People Don’t Like About The Maker
●Not as advanced when it comes to video editing functions
●Limited FREE trial version
●Must unlock Premium version (subscription-based) for full access
03PicMonkey
The next tool on this is another online GIF Animation maker, this time by the name of PicMonkey This tool is very similar to Canva in that many people know it primarily as a photo-editor tool that is great to use for creating content (as it comes with a built-in media library that you can use to quickly finish projects). But it still earned a spot on this list of ours because it allows users to create 2D animation GIFs as well
URL: https://www.picmonkey.com/
What People Like About The Maker
●Built-in media library with animated shapes and images
●GIF Animation editor and creator all-at-once
●FREE trial is available to test out its GIF animation maker functions
What People Don’t Like About The Maker
●In order to have full access, one must pay for the premium solution
●Custom animation is limited in scope
●No advanced video editing functions
04Kapwing
Kapwing is a free GIF animation creator that will allow you to create GIFs from videos easily The best part about is that it has a FREE version available for use (one that allows you to download finished video projects without watermarks so long as they are under 5 minutes). This should allow you to test out its GIF maker functions before you commit to their premium version (which is subscription-based).
URL: https://www.kapwing.com/gif-maker
What People Like About The Maker
●FREE to use with some limitations
●Quick and easy video-to-GIF conversion
●No watermark on images or video projects under 5 minutes
What People Don’t Like About The Maker
●Full access can only be unlocked by paying for the premium version
●Premium version is subscription-based and expensive
●There is an upload limit
05MakeAGif
MakeAGif is the last GIF animation maker on this list, and it just so happens that it’s one of the easiest to use as well This one is more of a converter tool in that it transforms already-finished videos into a GIF that you can share. A lot of people use it to convert their favorite videos from social media (YouTube, Facebook, etc.) into a GIF that they can share on other platforms.
URL: https://makeagif.com/video-to-gif
What People Like About The Maker
●Free to use with some limitations
●Quick and easy-to-use Video to GIF converter
●Converts pictures, YouTube videos, Facebook videos, etc. to GIF
What People Don’t Like About The Maker
●The tool is more limited in scope than the rest of the tools on this list
●The FREE version is limited
●Premium version requires paying a subscription fee
Part 2 How Gif Animation Maker Affect Your Marketing
Alright, now that you’ve been introduced to what we consider the best GIF Animation maker tools available right now (be they software or online tools), we can move on to actually discussing how you can use GIFs for your marketing efforts We’ve compiled six different ways here, but there are plenty of others, of course. It’s a very open subject.
01GIFs Are Easy to Share Ads
The best part of GIFs is that they are easily consumable media that you can share just about everywhere. For example, you can include them in your email marketing to bring a little life to what could have otherwise been a very dry message You can also have it play out on social media without prompting (different from videos, which the user usually has to play before it starts going.)
GIF LINK: https://media.giphy.com/media/fEkpR6rfmXmZHeVQ22/giphy.gif
02GIFs Can Be Used for Promoting Events
GIFs are also great for promoting events or holiday sales It’s basically just a moving 2D advertisement (like the one that is shown below). Eye-catching in a way that keeps you looking to catch the movement — in compared to if you were just looking at a still image (which might catch your attention for a moment, but usually bores you the next)
GIF LINK: https://media.giphy.com/media/WtUMnz9ZUuzwojWwij/giphy.gif
03GIFs Can Be Used for Call-to-Action Pop-Ups
Perhaps you’ve seen this already in some YouTube videos (see the GIF attached for an example), but a lot of content creators now include GIFs on their content to prompt their audience to complete an action — be it subscribing, sharing, downloading a link, buying a product, etc. It’s a great way of getting a message across in a way that is both fun and straightforward
GIF: https://media.giphy.com/media/73oSygWJFG9K1ha75z/giphy.gif
04GIFs Can Be Used to Set the Scene and Express Emotion
GIFs are also a great way to just generally set the scene or express emotion. Text is…very very difficult to make sound like anything but dry reading. Pictures are a little better, but GIFs??? Well, GIFs are great ‘moving’ pictures that offer you more leeway to set the scene by expressing emotion, intent, etc.
GIF: https://media.giphy.com/media/keizDG1zD7Q38yWm3x/giphy.gif
05GIFs Can Be Used to Tell a Story
You know the saying, “A picture can speak a thousand words?” Well, it’s true, but in comparison to GIFs??? Pictures definitely lose out in telling a story. See the attached GIF for example. With just one look, you can probably create an entire story in your head about the woman that is featured This can be very useful for future marketing prospects.
GIF: https://media.giphy.com/media/Kb5zI3B9D7cCulbNOg/giphy.gif
06GIFs Can Be Used to Explain or Share Instructions
In the same way that you can create long infographics to offer instructions or teach a lesson on a particular subject, GIFs can be used to educate your audience. Only, it’s a lot easier to use for this reason No complicated infographics formatting is required You can just put together several stills showing the step-by-step process or record a silent video like the one shown in the GIF below
GIF: https://media.giphy.com/media/FgiHOQyKUJmwg/giphy.gif
● Key Takeaways from This Episode →
● GIFs have been used for years in order to share fun moments and memes, but it has much more potential than that
● With a carefully designed GIF, not only can you catch the attention of your audience, but you can also keep that attention for much longer than you would have been able to if you were just sharing text or a still image Making it a perfect vessel for future marketing efforts
● Now, in order to make sure that you get a good story on your marketing efforts via GIF, we’ve listed some of the best GIF animation maker tools for you in the first part of this article
● A second part has also been added where we discussed all the different ways that you can use 2D Animation GIFs in your future marketing endeavors.
Well, if what you’re looking for is a GIF animation maker or software for GIF Animation, we’ve got your back This article starts off with a list of some GIF animation maker tools that you can use to turn your videos into a GIF file (just to give you an idea of how those can help you move forward in your GIF marketing attempts more easily.)
Before ending in a quick rundown, a couple of reasons why GIFs are worth the investment in the first place.
In this article
01 [In What Ways Can You turn videos into a GIF?](#Part 1)
02 [How Gif Animation Maker Affect Your Marketing](#Part 2)
Part 1 In What Ways Can You turn videos into a GIF?
As promised, we’ll be starting off with the tools that you’ll need in order to create GIFs easily (or GIF Animation Maker tools, if you’d prefer). We’ve made sure to pick out a variety for you so that you won’t have to go looking elsewhere for other options We also included what people tend to like and dislike about each option so that you can make a choice as to what you think is the best GIF animation maker more easily.
01**Wondershare Filmora **
If what you’re looking for is software for GIF animation, then Filmora is your best bet This software is available for both Mac and Windows users (with options for both a perpetual license and subscription packages for you to choose from.) This is a video editing tool that is capable of making incredibly professional results. And, perhaps more importantly (considering the subject of this article), it will allow you easily turn a video into a 2D Animation GIF that you can use for your marketing
URL: https://filmora.wondershare.com/
What People Like About The Maker
●Comes with advanced video editing functions
●Easily turns videos into 2D Animation GIFs
●Produces High-Quality Results each time
What People Don’t Like About The Maker
●It is a software, which requires download and installation
●The FREE version is limited
●Must pay either a subscription fee or one-time fee for full access
02Canva
If you’ve created marketing projects before, then you’ve no doubt already heard of Canva. This is what a lot of content creators use in order to easily create content for marketing online In this case, of course, we’re looking at it as an online GIF animation maker, one that, unlike Filmora, requires no download (but will require sign-up) for you to use. Canva has its own GIF Animation Maker that you can use (different from the regular Canva you might be more familiar with, as is shown in the UI screenshot below).
URL: https://www.canva.com/create/gif-maker/
What People Like About The Maker
●It is an online tool, no download or installation is required
●Built-in media library for convenient project creation
●Intuitive 2D Animation GIF interface
What People Don’t Like About The Maker
●Not as advanced when it comes to video editing functions
●Limited FREE trial version
●Must unlock Premium version (subscription-based) for full access
03PicMonkey
The next tool on this is another online GIF Animation maker, this time by the name of PicMonkey This tool is very similar to Canva in that many people know it primarily as a photo-editor tool that is great to use for creating content (as it comes with a built-in media library that you can use to quickly finish projects). But it still earned a spot on this list of ours because it allows users to create 2D animation GIFs as well
URL: https://www.picmonkey.com/
What People Like About The Maker
●Built-in media library with animated shapes and images
●GIF Animation editor and creator all-at-once
●FREE trial is available to test out its GIF animation maker functions
What People Don’t Like About The Maker
●In order to have full access, one must pay for the premium solution
●Custom animation is limited in scope
●No advanced video editing functions
04Kapwing
Kapwing is a free GIF animation creator that will allow you to create GIFs from videos easily The best part about is that it has a FREE version available for use (one that allows you to download finished video projects without watermarks so long as they are under 5 minutes). This should allow you to test out its GIF maker functions before you commit to their premium version (which is subscription-based).
URL: https://www.kapwing.com/gif-maker
What People Like About The Maker
●FREE to use with some limitations
●Quick and easy video-to-GIF conversion
●No watermark on images or video projects under 5 minutes
What People Don’t Like About The Maker
●Full access can only be unlocked by paying for the premium version
●Premium version is subscription-based and expensive
●There is an upload limit
05MakeAGif
MakeAGif is the last GIF animation maker on this list, and it just so happens that it’s one of the easiest to use as well This one is more of a converter tool in that it transforms already-finished videos into a GIF that you can share. A lot of people use it to convert their favorite videos from social media (YouTube, Facebook, etc.) into a GIF that they can share on other platforms.
URL: https://makeagif.com/video-to-gif
What People Like About The Maker
●Free to use with some limitations
●Quick and easy-to-use Video to GIF converter
●Converts pictures, YouTube videos, Facebook videos, etc. to GIF
What People Don’t Like About The Maker
●The tool is more limited in scope than the rest of the tools on this list
●The FREE version is limited
●Premium version requires paying a subscription fee
Part 2 How Gif Animation Maker Affect Your Marketing
Alright, now that you’ve been introduced to what we consider the best GIF Animation maker tools available right now (be they software or online tools), we can move on to actually discussing how you can use GIFs for your marketing efforts We’ve compiled six different ways here, but there are plenty of others, of course. It’s a very open subject.
01GIFs Are Easy to Share Ads
The best part of GIFs is that they are easily consumable media that you can share just about everywhere. For example, you can include them in your email marketing to bring a little life to what could have otherwise been a very dry message You can also have it play out on social media without prompting (different from videos, which the user usually has to play before it starts going.)
GIF LINK: https://media.giphy.com/media/fEkpR6rfmXmZHeVQ22/giphy.gif
02GIFs Can Be Used for Promoting Events
GIFs are also great for promoting events or holiday sales It’s basically just a moving 2D advertisement (like the one that is shown below). Eye-catching in a way that keeps you looking to catch the movement — in compared to if you were just looking at a still image (which might catch your attention for a moment, but usually bores you the next)
GIF LINK: https://media.giphy.com/media/WtUMnz9ZUuzwojWwij/giphy.gif
03GIFs Can Be Used for Call-to-Action Pop-Ups
Perhaps you’ve seen this already in some YouTube videos (see the GIF attached for an example), but a lot of content creators now include GIFs on their content to prompt their audience to complete an action — be it subscribing, sharing, downloading a link, buying a product, etc. It’s a great way of getting a message across in a way that is both fun and straightforward
GIF: https://media.giphy.com/media/73oSygWJFG9K1ha75z/giphy.gif
04GIFs Can Be Used to Set the Scene and Express Emotion
GIFs are also a great way to just generally set the scene or express emotion. Text is…very very difficult to make sound like anything but dry reading. Pictures are a little better, but GIFs??? Well, GIFs are great ‘moving’ pictures that offer you more leeway to set the scene by expressing emotion, intent, etc.
GIF: https://media.giphy.com/media/keizDG1zD7Q38yWm3x/giphy.gif
05GIFs Can Be Used to Tell a Story
You know the saying, “A picture can speak a thousand words?” Well, it’s true, but in comparison to GIFs??? Pictures definitely lose out in telling a story. See the attached GIF for example. With just one look, you can probably create an entire story in your head about the woman that is featured This can be very useful for future marketing prospects.
GIF: https://media.giphy.com/media/Kb5zI3B9D7cCulbNOg/giphy.gif
06GIFs Can Be Used to Explain or Share Instructions
In the same way that you can create long infographics to offer instructions or teach a lesson on a particular subject, GIFs can be used to educate your audience. Only, it’s a lot easier to use for this reason No complicated infographics formatting is required You can just put together several stills showing the step-by-step process or record a silent video like the one shown in the GIF below
GIF: https://media.giphy.com/media/FgiHOQyKUJmwg/giphy.gif
● Key Takeaways from This Episode →
● GIFs have been used for years in order to share fun moments and memes, but it has much more potential than that
● With a carefully designed GIF, not only can you catch the attention of your audience, but you can also keep that attention for much longer than you would have been able to if you were just sharing text or a still image Making it a perfect vessel for future marketing efforts
● Now, in order to make sure that you get a good story on your marketing efforts via GIF, we’ve listed some of the best GIF animation maker tools for you in the first part of this article
● A second part has also been added where we discussed all the different ways that you can use 2D Animation GIFs in your future marketing endeavors.
Well, if what you’re looking for is a GIF animation maker or software for GIF Animation, we’ve got your back This article starts off with a list of some GIF animation maker tools that you can use to turn your videos into a GIF file (just to give you an idea of how those can help you move forward in your GIF marketing attempts more easily.)
Before ending in a quick rundown, a couple of reasons why GIFs are worth the investment in the first place.
In this article
01 [In What Ways Can You turn videos into a GIF?](#Part 1)
02 [How Gif Animation Maker Affect Your Marketing](#Part 2)
Part 1 In What Ways Can You turn videos into a GIF?
As promised, we’ll be starting off with the tools that you’ll need in order to create GIFs easily (or GIF Animation Maker tools, if you’d prefer). We’ve made sure to pick out a variety for you so that you won’t have to go looking elsewhere for other options We also included what people tend to like and dislike about each option so that you can make a choice as to what you think is the best GIF animation maker more easily.
01**Wondershare Filmora **
If what you’re looking for is software for GIF animation, then Filmora is your best bet This software is available for both Mac and Windows users (with options for both a perpetual license and subscription packages for you to choose from.) This is a video editing tool that is capable of making incredibly professional results. And, perhaps more importantly (considering the subject of this article), it will allow you easily turn a video into a 2D Animation GIF that you can use for your marketing
URL: https://filmora.wondershare.com/
What People Like About The Maker
●Comes with advanced video editing functions
●Easily turns videos into 2D Animation GIFs
●Produces High-Quality Results each time
What People Don’t Like About The Maker
●It is a software, which requires download and installation
●The FREE version is limited
●Must pay either a subscription fee or one-time fee for full access
02Canva
If you’ve created marketing projects before, then you’ve no doubt already heard of Canva. This is what a lot of content creators use in order to easily create content for marketing online In this case, of course, we’re looking at it as an online GIF animation maker, one that, unlike Filmora, requires no download (but will require sign-up) for you to use. Canva has its own GIF Animation Maker that you can use (different from the regular Canva you might be more familiar with, as is shown in the UI screenshot below).
URL: https://www.canva.com/create/gif-maker/
What People Like About The Maker
●It is an online tool, no download or installation is required
●Built-in media library for convenient project creation
●Intuitive 2D Animation GIF interface
What People Don’t Like About The Maker
●Not as advanced when it comes to video editing functions
●Limited FREE trial version
●Must unlock Premium version (subscription-based) for full access
03PicMonkey
The next tool on this is another online GIF Animation maker, this time by the name of PicMonkey This tool is very similar to Canva in that many people know it primarily as a photo-editor tool that is great to use for creating content (as it comes with a built-in media library that you can use to quickly finish projects). But it still earned a spot on this list of ours because it allows users to create 2D animation GIFs as well
URL: https://www.picmonkey.com/
What People Like About The Maker
●Built-in media library with animated shapes and images
●GIF Animation editor and creator all-at-once
●FREE trial is available to test out its GIF animation maker functions
What People Don’t Like About The Maker
●In order to have full access, one must pay for the premium solution
●Custom animation is limited in scope
●No advanced video editing functions
04Kapwing
Kapwing is a free GIF animation creator that will allow you to create GIFs from videos easily The best part about is that it has a FREE version available for use (one that allows you to download finished video projects without watermarks so long as they are under 5 minutes). This should allow you to test out its GIF maker functions before you commit to their premium version (which is subscription-based).
URL: https://www.kapwing.com/gif-maker
What People Like About The Maker
●FREE to use with some limitations
●Quick and easy video-to-GIF conversion
●No watermark on images or video projects under 5 minutes
What People Don’t Like About The Maker
●Full access can only be unlocked by paying for the premium version
●Premium version is subscription-based and expensive
●There is an upload limit
05MakeAGif
MakeAGif is the last GIF animation maker on this list, and it just so happens that it’s one of the easiest to use as well This one is more of a converter tool in that it transforms already-finished videos into a GIF that you can share. A lot of people use it to convert their favorite videos from social media (YouTube, Facebook, etc.) into a GIF that they can share on other platforms.
URL: https://makeagif.com/video-to-gif
What People Like About The Maker
●Free to use with some limitations
●Quick and easy-to-use Video to GIF converter
●Converts pictures, YouTube videos, Facebook videos, etc. to GIF
What People Don’t Like About The Maker
●The tool is more limited in scope than the rest of the tools on this list
●The FREE version is limited
●Premium version requires paying a subscription fee
Part 2 How Gif Animation Maker Affect Your Marketing
Alright, now that you’ve been introduced to what we consider the best GIF Animation maker tools available right now (be they software or online tools), we can move on to actually discussing how you can use GIFs for your marketing efforts We’ve compiled six different ways here, but there are plenty of others, of course. It’s a very open subject.
01GIFs Are Easy to Share Ads
The best part of GIFs is that they are easily consumable media that you can share just about everywhere. For example, you can include them in your email marketing to bring a little life to what could have otherwise been a very dry message You can also have it play out on social media without prompting (different from videos, which the user usually has to play before it starts going.)
GIF LINK: https://media.giphy.com/media/fEkpR6rfmXmZHeVQ22/giphy.gif
02GIFs Can Be Used for Promoting Events
GIFs are also great for promoting events or holiday sales It’s basically just a moving 2D advertisement (like the one that is shown below). Eye-catching in a way that keeps you looking to catch the movement — in compared to if you were just looking at a still image (which might catch your attention for a moment, but usually bores you the next)
GIF LINK: https://media.giphy.com/media/WtUMnz9ZUuzwojWwij/giphy.gif
03GIFs Can Be Used for Call-to-Action Pop-Ups
Perhaps you’ve seen this already in some YouTube videos (see the GIF attached for an example), but a lot of content creators now include GIFs on their content to prompt their audience to complete an action — be it subscribing, sharing, downloading a link, buying a product, etc. It’s a great way of getting a message across in a way that is both fun and straightforward
GIF: https://media.giphy.com/media/73oSygWJFG9K1ha75z/giphy.gif
04GIFs Can Be Used to Set the Scene and Express Emotion
GIFs are also a great way to just generally set the scene or express emotion. Text is…very very difficult to make sound like anything but dry reading. Pictures are a little better, but GIFs??? Well, GIFs are great ‘moving’ pictures that offer you more leeway to set the scene by expressing emotion, intent, etc.
GIF: https://media.giphy.com/media/keizDG1zD7Q38yWm3x/giphy.gif
05GIFs Can Be Used to Tell a Story
You know the saying, “A picture can speak a thousand words?” Well, it’s true, but in comparison to GIFs??? Pictures definitely lose out in telling a story. See the attached GIF for example. With just one look, you can probably create an entire story in your head about the woman that is featured This can be very useful for future marketing prospects.
GIF: https://media.giphy.com/media/Kb5zI3B9D7cCulbNOg/giphy.gif
06GIFs Can Be Used to Explain or Share Instructions
In the same way that you can create long infographics to offer instructions or teach a lesson on a particular subject, GIFs can be used to educate your audience. Only, it’s a lot easier to use for this reason No complicated infographics formatting is required You can just put together several stills showing the step-by-step process or record a silent video like the one shown in the GIF below
GIF: https://media.giphy.com/media/FgiHOQyKUJmwg/giphy.gif
● Key Takeaways from This Episode →
● GIFs have been used for years in order to share fun moments and memes, but it has much more potential than that
● With a carefully designed GIF, not only can you catch the attention of your audience, but you can also keep that attention for much longer than you would have been able to if you were just sharing text or a still image Making it a perfect vessel for future marketing efforts
● Now, in order to make sure that you get a good story on your marketing efforts via GIF, we’ve listed some of the best GIF animation maker tools for you in the first part of this article
● A second part has also been added where we discussed all the different ways that you can use 2D Animation GIFs in your future marketing endeavors.
Well, if what you’re looking for is a GIF animation maker or software for GIF Animation, we’ve got your back This article starts off with a list of some GIF animation maker tools that you can use to turn your videos into a GIF file (just to give you an idea of how those can help you move forward in your GIF marketing attempts more easily.)
Before ending in a quick rundown, a couple of reasons why GIFs are worth the investment in the first place.
In this article
01 [In What Ways Can You turn videos into a GIF?](#Part 1)
02 [How Gif Animation Maker Affect Your Marketing](#Part 2)
Part 1 In What Ways Can You turn videos into a GIF?
As promised, we’ll be starting off with the tools that you’ll need in order to create GIFs easily (or GIF Animation Maker tools, if you’d prefer). We’ve made sure to pick out a variety for you so that you won’t have to go looking elsewhere for other options We also included what people tend to like and dislike about each option so that you can make a choice as to what you think is the best GIF animation maker more easily.
01**Wondershare Filmora **
If what you’re looking for is software for GIF animation, then Filmora is your best bet This software is available for both Mac and Windows users (with options for both a perpetual license and subscription packages for you to choose from.) This is a video editing tool that is capable of making incredibly professional results. And, perhaps more importantly (considering the subject of this article), it will allow you easily turn a video into a 2D Animation GIF that you can use for your marketing
URL: https://filmora.wondershare.com/
What People Like About The Maker
●Comes with advanced video editing functions
●Easily turns videos into 2D Animation GIFs
●Produces High-Quality Results each time
What People Don’t Like About The Maker
●It is a software, which requires download and installation
●The FREE version is limited
●Must pay either a subscription fee or one-time fee for full access
02Canva
If you’ve created marketing projects before, then you’ve no doubt already heard of Canva. This is what a lot of content creators use in order to easily create content for marketing online In this case, of course, we’re looking at it as an online GIF animation maker, one that, unlike Filmora, requires no download (but will require sign-up) for you to use. Canva has its own GIF Animation Maker that you can use (different from the regular Canva you might be more familiar with, as is shown in the UI screenshot below).
URL: https://www.canva.com/create/gif-maker/
What People Like About The Maker
●It is an online tool, no download or installation is required
●Built-in media library for convenient project creation
●Intuitive 2D Animation GIF interface
What People Don’t Like About The Maker
●Not as advanced when it comes to video editing functions
●Limited FREE trial version
●Must unlock Premium version (subscription-based) for full access
03PicMonkey
The next tool on this is another online GIF Animation maker, this time by the name of PicMonkey This tool is very similar to Canva in that many people know it primarily as a photo-editor tool that is great to use for creating content (as it comes with a built-in media library that you can use to quickly finish projects). But it still earned a spot on this list of ours because it allows users to create 2D animation GIFs as well
URL: https://www.picmonkey.com/
What People Like About The Maker
●Built-in media library with animated shapes and images
●GIF Animation editor and creator all-at-once
●FREE trial is available to test out its GIF animation maker functions
What People Don’t Like About The Maker
●In order to have full access, one must pay for the premium solution
●Custom animation is limited in scope
●No advanced video editing functions
04Kapwing
Kapwing is a free GIF animation creator that will allow you to create GIFs from videos easily The best part about is that it has a FREE version available for use (one that allows you to download finished video projects without watermarks so long as they are under 5 minutes). This should allow you to test out its GIF maker functions before you commit to their premium version (which is subscription-based).
URL: https://www.kapwing.com/gif-maker
What People Like About The Maker
●FREE to use with some limitations
●Quick and easy video-to-GIF conversion
●No watermark on images or video projects under 5 minutes
What People Don’t Like About The Maker
●Full access can only be unlocked by paying for the premium version
●Premium version is subscription-based and expensive
●There is an upload limit
05MakeAGif
MakeAGif is the last GIF animation maker on this list, and it just so happens that it’s one of the easiest to use as well This one is more of a converter tool in that it transforms already-finished videos into a GIF that you can share. A lot of people use it to convert their favorite videos from social media (YouTube, Facebook, etc.) into a GIF that they can share on other platforms.
URL: https://makeagif.com/video-to-gif
What People Like About The Maker
●Free to use with some limitations
●Quick and easy-to-use Video to GIF converter
●Converts pictures, YouTube videos, Facebook videos, etc. to GIF
What People Don’t Like About The Maker
●The tool is more limited in scope than the rest of the tools on this list
●The FREE version is limited
●Premium version requires paying a subscription fee
Part 2 How Gif Animation Maker Affect Your Marketing
Alright, now that you’ve been introduced to what we consider the best GIF Animation maker tools available right now (be they software or online tools), we can move on to actually discussing how you can use GIFs for your marketing efforts We’ve compiled six different ways here, but there are plenty of others, of course. It’s a very open subject.
01GIFs Are Easy to Share Ads
The best part of GIFs is that they are easily consumable media that you can share just about everywhere. For example, you can include them in your email marketing to bring a little life to what could have otherwise been a very dry message You can also have it play out on social media without prompting (different from videos, which the user usually has to play before it starts going.)
GIF LINK: https://media.giphy.com/media/fEkpR6rfmXmZHeVQ22/giphy.gif
02GIFs Can Be Used for Promoting Events
GIFs are also great for promoting events or holiday sales It’s basically just a moving 2D advertisement (like the one that is shown below). Eye-catching in a way that keeps you looking to catch the movement — in compared to if you were just looking at a still image (which might catch your attention for a moment, but usually bores you the next)
GIF LINK: https://media.giphy.com/media/WtUMnz9ZUuzwojWwij/giphy.gif
03GIFs Can Be Used for Call-to-Action Pop-Ups
Perhaps you’ve seen this already in some YouTube videos (see the GIF attached for an example), but a lot of content creators now include GIFs on their content to prompt their audience to complete an action — be it subscribing, sharing, downloading a link, buying a product, etc. It’s a great way of getting a message across in a way that is both fun and straightforward
GIF: https://media.giphy.com/media/73oSygWJFG9K1ha75z/giphy.gif
04GIFs Can Be Used to Set the Scene and Express Emotion
GIFs are also a great way to just generally set the scene or express emotion. Text is…very very difficult to make sound like anything but dry reading. Pictures are a little better, but GIFs??? Well, GIFs are great ‘moving’ pictures that offer you more leeway to set the scene by expressing emotion, intent, etc.
GIF: https://media.giphy.com/media/keizDG1zD7Q38yWm3x/giphy.gif
05GIFs Can Be Used to Tell a Story
You know the saying, “A picture can speak a thousand words?” Well, it’s true, but in comparison to GIFs??? Pictures definitely lose out in telling a story. See the attached GIF for example. With just one look, you can probably create an entire story in your head about the woman that is featured This can be very useful for future marketing prospects.
GIF: https://media.giphy.com/media/Kb5zI3B9D7cCulbNOg/giphy.gif
06GIFs Can Be Used to Explain or Share Instructions
In the same way that you can create long infographics to offer instructions or teach a lesson on a particular subject, GIFs can be used to educate your audience. Only, it’s a lot easier to use for this reason No complicated infographics formatting is required You can just put together several stills showing the step-by-step process or record a silent video like the one shown in the GIF below
GIF: https://media.giphy.com/media/FgiHOQyKUJmwg/giphy.gif
● Key Takeaways from This Episode →
● GIFs have been used for years in order to share fun moments and memes, but it has much more potential than that
● With a carefully designed GIF, not only can you catch the attention of your audience, but you can also keep that attention for much longer than you would have been able to if you were just sharing text or a still image Making it a perfect vessel for future marketing efforts
● Now, in order to make sure that you get a good story on your marketing efforts via GIF, we’ve listed some of the best GIF animation maker tools for you in the first part of this article
● A second part has also been added where we discussed all the different ways that you can use 2D Animation GIFs in your future marketing endeavors.
How to Combine Multiple GIFs Into One with GIF Combiner
How to Combine Multiple GIFs into One with GIF Combiner
Shanoon Cox
Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions
Are you looking for a software tool to create animated GIFs? Go online, you will easily find so many with impressive editing abilities. There are so many interesting things that you can do with a collection of GIFs. Many professionals these days are trying new tricks to make classic small duration animated movies with interactive GIF creator tools .
The article below will provide you step by step guidance about how to merge or combine animated GIFs together.
We are going to discuss two methods where one GIF combiner can assist you to play GIFs side by side, whereas the other will tell you about playing another GIF in continuation after first. In the end, we will also let you know the three best GIF combiners you can use.
Keep reading.
If you are not able to use Photoshop due to its complicated interface and Ezgif is not a suitable tool for your device, then the best recommendation for your animated GIF creation needs is Wondershare Filmora .
This tool is designed with a user-friendly interface and it can easily assist you in the development of high-quality gifs. There are so many customization options associated with each design like color correction, speed adjustments, and overlays, etc.
Filmora offers compatibility over Windows as well as Mac devices so you can easily access it anywhere. Further, it can process more than 150 file formats so you need not worry about your selection. Simply download Wondershare Filmora for your desktop and get started with impressive GIF editing.
Download it now to have a try!
See how to make a cool GIF from a video with Wondershare Filmora.
Download Mac Version ](https://tools.techidaily.com/wondershare/filmora/download/ )
Part 1: How to Combine/Merge Animated GIFs Into One
Method 1: Merge GIFs into one with Photoshop
Adobe Photoshop is one of the top-rated photo editing software tools and nowadays it is popularly being used for GIF combining. Using Photoshop, you can easily play multiple GIF images side by side on the screen. Here are a few simple to follow steps to accomplish this task:
Step 1: Import GIFs to combine
First of all, users need to launch Adobe Photoshop on their device and then import both GIF images to individual tabs. This task can be easily done using Drag and Drop tools. Resize both tabs so that you can view both images at a time on screen.
Step 2: Save GIF with name
Go to the Window menu and ensure that the Timeline option is marked in the drop-down menu.
Now open one empty file with height same as that of already imported GIF files. Save this file with any suitable name, for example Z.
Note: If you need a transparent view of your imported GIF images then go to Layer and select New and finally hit Layer option. You can now hide its bottom layer.
Step 3: Copy frames
Now move to the tab of the first GIF file and then to the timeline toolbar. On the top right corner of your screen, you will find the menu icon. Here you need to select and copy all frames.
Step 4: Paste your copy
It is time to move to GIF Z file, move to its timeline toolbar, and then select the menu icon from the top right corner of your screen. Paste your recently copied selection over here. Never forget to choose Paste Over selection option from Pop up Dialogue Box.
Step 5: Copy and paste
Simply repeat the process explained in Step 3 and 4 for the 2nd GIF image. After execution of these steps, your GIF Z file will be containing all layers of your imported GIF files but as you have pasted them one over another so it is important to separate their elements now.
Step 6: To make separation
To do this separation, go to GIF Z tab and then select layers of second GIF file and simply move them below the first GIF layer files. Users can now have a preview of both GIFs in the timeline window.
Step 7: Change image settings
After finalizing the best preview for your edited files, you can hit the file menu option and then save your project for device or web option. It will immediately open a dialogue box where users can easily specify their image quality and loop count details. Never forget to have one more preview before saving the final results.
Step 8: Save your project
As now you are done with all the editing tasks so it is time to hit the “Save” option and then provide your destination address to the modified file. Your animated GIF file is now ready to get uploaded on the internet.
Check this video to learn more on how to combine gifs with Photoshop
Method 2: Combine GIFs and Play one After Another
Many youngsters love to create impressive stories by just combining a few GIF images one after another in sequence. If you are also one of them then you should follow these steps discussed in the second method.
We are recommending Ezgif.com to complete this task with the easy to follow steps as discussed below:
You may also like: Top 26 Best Free GIF Makers Online >>
Step 1: Upload GIFs files
First of all, you need to upload your desired GIF files to the Ezgif.com platform. For fast selection of multiple files simply follow Ctrl key-based selection.
This tool also allows users to create a mixture of animated GIF files with simple still images even if they are of different file formats. The conversion process will be carried out automatically by this tool.
Step 2: Adjust frame
As soon as these files will get uploaded, you will find all frames on the editor window. Here you can easily adjust frame delays as well as their order. Note that, GIFs are often ordered in alphabetic order so while reorganizing your files, never forget to rename them accurately. Now hit the “Animate It” button and it will immediately prepare a small preview window on the screen.
Step 3: Optimize your GIFs
Ezgif.com provides a wide range of optimization options to users after this preview. You can easily adjust features as per your requirement by setting desired values for text, speed, effects, rotate, resize and crop, etc. If you do not want to make such changes then you can directly hit the save button. This software tool will take a few seconds to process your project and then a new GIF image with all defined frames will be generated. It will be containing all source images with your preferred ordered sequence. You can easily find it at your destination folder and use it further for entertainment.
Part 2: 3 Best GIF Combiners You Can Make GIFs
1. Filmora Meme Maker - Online GIF Combiner
If you want to combine GIFs online, the Filmora meme maker is your ultimate solution.
It helps you make images, GIFs and video memes directly without watermark. It is totally FREE to use and no signup. You can change text size, color and position to create caption when you are editing. You can also put text inside or outside in GIF.
Just with a few clicks, your GIF is done . Try Now!
2. GIPHY
GIPHY is a GIF combiner where you can find various GIF files to combine. All of the GIFs are funny and interesting to use for people who love to combine GIFs. There are some examples in this site, so you can have the inspiration to combine GIFs if you don’t know where to start. You also can find different styles: reaction, sports, artists and more.
3. PIXEL
If you don’t want to use Photoshop to combine GIFs, here we recommend using PIXEL. You can use it to make GIFs easily online. You can add more than one GIF at one time. Besides, this GIF combiner can also change the GIF size to fit your needs. After the editing is made, you need to click create animation to export GIFs. You should know that GIF size is 32×32 for PIXEL, and 64×64 for SUPER PIXEL.
Frequently Asked Questions About Combing GIFs
1. Can I Combine A Few Gifs?
Yes, you can. Any photo or video editing software that supports GIF file format allows you to combine one or more GIFs. For instance, Adobe Photoshop users can combine several GIF files and play them simultaneously next to each other, but this task can be overwhelming if you are not familiar with this photo editing software.
An online GIF combiner like Ezgif enables you to combine multiple GIFs from your web browser for free, which makes it a great option for anyone who doesn’t have access to a professional photo or video editing software.
2. How To Merge Several Animated GIFs?
Playing two or more GIFs one after another in a single file is easy, as you just have to arrange them in a way you want them to appear in the final version of the GIF on the editor’s timeline and then export your project as a GIF file.
What’s more, you will be able to remove the frames of the GIFs you don’t want to include in the output file or apply different filters and effects. However, the options you are going to have at your disposal depending on the GIF maker or video editing software you are using to merge several animated GIFs into a single file.
Shanoon Cox
Shanoon Cox is a writer and a lover of all things video.
Follow @Shanoon Cox
Shanoon Cox
Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions
Are you looking for a software tool to create animated GIFs? Go online, you will easily find so many with impressive editing abilities. There are so many interesting things that you can do with a collection of GIFs. Many professionals these days are trying new tricks to make classic small duration animated movies with interactive GIF creator tools .
The article below will provide you step by step guidance about how to merge or combine animated GIFs together.
We are going to discuss two methods where one GIF combiner can assist you to play GIFs side by side, whereas the other will tell you about playing another GIF in continuation after first. In the end, we will also let you know the three best GIF combiners you can use.
Keep reading.
If you are not able to use Photoshop due to its complicated interface and Ezgif is not a suitable tool for your device, then the best recommendation for your animated GIF creation needs is Wondershare Filmora .
This tool is designed with a user-friendly interface and it can easily assist you in the development of high-quality gifs. There are so many customization options associated with each design like color correction, speed adjustments, and overlays, etc.
Filmora offers compatibility over Windows as well as Mac devices so you can easily access it anywhere. Further, it can process more than 150 file formats so you need not worry about your selection. Simply download Wondershare Filmora for your desktop and get started with impressive GIF editing.
Download it now to have a try!
See how to make a cool GIF from a video with Wondershare Filmora.
Download Mac Version ](https://tools.techidaily.com/wondershare/filmora/download/ )
Part 1: How to Combine/Merge Animated GIFs Into One
Method 1: Merge GIFs into one with Photoshop
Adobe Photoshop is one of the top-rated photo editing software tools and nowadays it is popularly being used for GIF combining. Using Photoshop, you can easily play multiple GIF images side by side on the screen. Here are a few simple to follow steps to accomplish this task:
Step 1: Import GIFs to combine
First of all, users need to launch Adobe Photoshop on their device and then import both GIF images to individual tabs. This task can be easily done using Drag and Drop tools. Resize both tabs so that you can view both images at a time on screen.
Step 2: Save GIF with name
Go to the Window menu and ensure that the Timeline option is marked in the drop-down menu.
Now open one empty file with height same as that of already imported GIF files. Save this file with any suitable name, for example Z.
Note: If you need a transparent view of your imported GIF images then go to Layer and select New and finally hit Layer option. You can now hide its bottom layer.
Step 3: Copy frames
Now move to the tab of the first GIF file and then to the timeline toolbar. On the top right corner of your screen, you will find the menu icon. Here you need to select and copy all frames.
Step 4: Paste your copy
It is time to move to GIF Z file, move to its timeline toolbar, and then select the menu icon from the top right corner of your screen. Paste your recently copied selection over here. Never forget to choose Paste Over selection option from Pop up Dialogue Box.
Step 5: Copy and paste
Simply repeat the process explained in Step 3 and 4 for the 2nd GIF image. After execution of these steps, your GIF Z file will be containing all layers of your imported GIF files but as you have pasted them one over another so it is important to separate their elements now.
Step 6: To make separation
To do this separation, go to GIF Z tab and then select layers of second GIF file and simply move them below the first GIF layer files. Users can now have a preview of both GIFs in the timeline window.
Step 7: Change image settings
After finalizing the best preview for your edited files, you can hit the file menu option and then save your project for device or web option. It will immediately open a dialogue box where users can easily specify their image quality and loop count details. Never forget to have one more preview before saving the final results.
Step 8: Save your project
As now you are done with all the editing tasks so it is time to hit the “Save” option and then provide your destination address to the modified file. Your animated GIF file is now ready to get uploaded on the internet.
Check this video to learn more on how to combine gifs with Photoshop
Method 2: Combine GIFs and Play one After Another
Many youngsters love to create impressive stories by just combining a few GIF images one after another in sequence. If you are also one of them then you should follow these steps discussed in the second method.
We are recommending Ezgif.com to complete this task with the easy to follow steps as discussed below:
You may also like: Top 26 Best Free GIF Makers Online >>
Step 1: Upload GIFs files
First of all, you need to upload your desired GIF files to the Ezgif.com platform. For fast selection of multiple files simply follow Ctrl key-based selection.
This tool also allows users to create a mixture of animated GIF files with simple still images even if they are of different file formats. The conversion process will be carried out automatically by this tool.
Step 2: Adjust frame
As soon as these files will get uploaded, you will find all frames on the editor window. Here you can easily adjust frame delays as well as their order. Note that, GIFs are often ordered in alphabetic order so while reorganizing your files, never forget to rename them accurately. Now hit the “Animate It” button and it will immediately prepare a small preview window on the screen.
Step 3: Optimize your GIFs
Ezgif.com provides a wide range of optimization options to users after this preview. You can easily adjust features as per your requirement by setting desired values for text, speed, effects, rotate, resize and crop, etc. If you do not want to make such changes then you can directly hit the save button. This software tool will take a few seconds to process your project and then a new GIF image with all defined frames will be generated. It will be containing all source images with your preferred ordered sequence. You can easily find it at your destination folder and use it further for entertainment.
Part 2: 3 Best GIF Combiners You Can Make GIFs
1. Filmora Meme Maker - Online GIF Combiner
If you want to combine GIFs online, the Filmora meme maker is your ultimate solution.
It helps you make images, GIFs and video memes directly without watermark. It is totally FREE to use and no signup. You can change text size, color and position to create caption when you are editing. You can also put text inside or outside in GIF.
Just with a few clicks, your GIF is done . Try Now!
2. GIPHY
GIPHY is a GIF combiner where you can find various GIF files to combine. All of the GIFs are funny and interesting to use for people who love to combine GIFs. There are some examples in this site, so you can have the inspiration to combine GIFs if you don’t know where to start. You also can find different styles: reaction, sports, artists and more.
3. PIXEL
If you don’t want to use Photoshop to combine GIFs, here we recommend using PIXEL. You can use it to make GIFs easily online. You can add more than one GIF at one time. Besides, this GIF combiner can also change the GIF size to fit your needs. After the editing is made, you need to click create animation to export GIFs. You should know that GIF size is 32×32 for PIXEL, and 64×64 for SUPER PIXEL.
Frequently Asked Questions About Combing GIFs
1. Can I Combine A Few Gifs?
Yes, you can. Any photo or video editing software that supports GIF file format allows you to combine one or more GIFs. For instance, Adobe Photoshop users can combine several GIF files and play them simultaneously next to each other, but this task can be overwhelming if you are not familiar with this photo editing software.
An online GIF combiner like Ezgif enables you to combine multiple GIFs from your web browser for free, which makes it a great option for anyone who doesn’t have access to a professional photo or video editing software.
2. How To Merge Several Animated GIFs?
Playing two or more GIFs one after another in a single file is easy, as you just have to arrange them in a way you want them to appear in the final version of the GIF on the editor’s timeline and then export your project as a GIF file.
What’s more, you will be able to remove the frames of the GIFs you don’t want to include in the output file or apply different filters and effects. However, the options you are going to have at your disposal depending on the GIF maker or video editing software you are using to merge several animated GIFs into a single file.
Shanoon Cox
Shanoon Cox is a writer and a lover of all things video.
Follow @Shanoon Cox
Shanoon Cox
Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions
Are you looking for a software tool to create animated GIFs? Go online, you will easily find so many with impressive editing abilities. There are so many interesting things that you can do with a collection of GIFs. Many professionals these days are trying new tricks to make classic small duration animated movies with interactive GIF creator tools .
The article below will provide you step by step guidance about how to merge or combine animated GIFs together.
We are going to discuss two methods where one GIF combiner can assist you to play GIFs side by side, whereas the other will tell you about playing another GIF in continuation after first. In the end, we will also let you know the three best GIF combiners you can use.
Keep reading.
If you are not able to use Photoshop due to its complicated interface and Ezgif is not a suitable tool for your device, then the best recommendation for your animated GIF creation needs is Wondershare Filmora .
This tool is designed with a user-friendly interface and it can easily assist you in the development of high-quality gifs. There are so many customization options associated with each design like color correction, speed adjustments, and overlays, etc.
Filmora offers compatibility over Windows as well as Mac devices so you can easily access it anywhere. Further, it can process more than 150 file formats so you need not worry about your selection. Simply download Wondershare Filmora for your desktop and get started with impressive GIF editing.
Download it now to have a try!
See how to make a cool GIF from a video with Wondershare Filmora.
Download Mac Version ](https://tools.techidaily.com/wondershare/filmora/download/ )
Part 1: How to Combine/Merge Animated GIFs Into One
Method 1: Merge GIFs into one with Photoshop
Adobe Photoshop is one of the top-rated photo editing software tools and nowadays it is popularly being used for GIF combining. Using Photoshop, you can easily play multiple GIF images side by side on the screen. Here are a few simple to follow steps to accomplish this task:
Step 1: Import GIFs to combine
First of all, users need to launch Adobe Photoshop on their device and then import both GIF images to individual tabs. This task can be easily done using Drag and Drop tools. Resize both tabs so that you can view both images at a time on screen.
Step 2: Save GIF with name
Go to the Window menu and ensure that the Timeline option is marked in the drop-down menu.
Now open one empty file with height same as that of already imported GIF files. Save this file with any suitable name, for example Z.
Note: If you need a transparent view of your imported GIF images then go to Layer and select New and finally hit Layer option. You can now hide its bottom layer.
Step 3: Copy frames
Now move to the tab of the first GIF file and then to the timeline toolbar. On the top right corner of your screen, you will find the menu icon. Here you need to select and copy all frames.
Step 4: Paste your copy
It is time to move to GIF Z file, move to its timeline toolbar, and then select the menu icon from the top right corner of your screen. Paste your recently copied selection over here. Never forget to choose Paste Over selection option from Pop up Dialogue Box.
Step 5: Copy and paste
Simply repeat the process explained in Step 3 and 4 for the 2nd GIF image. After execution of these steps, your GIF Z file will be containing all layers of your imported GIF files but as you have pasted them one over another so it is important to separate their elements now.
Step 6: To make separation
To do this separation, go to GIF Z tab and then select layers of second GIF file and simply move them below the first GIF layer files. Users can now have a preview of both GIFs in the timeline window.
Step 7: Change image settings
After finalizing the best preview for your edited files, you can hit the file menu option and then save your project for device or web option. It will immediately open a dialogue box where users can easily specify their image quality and loop count details. Never forget to have one more preview before saving the final results.
Step 8: Save your project
As now you are done with all the editing tasks so it is time to hit the “Save” option and then provide your destination address to the modified file. Your animated GIF file is now ready to get uploaded on the internet.
Check this video to learn more on how to combine gifs with Photoshop
Method 2: Combine GIFs and Play one After Another
Many youngsters love to create impressive stories by just combining a few GIF images one after another in sequence. If you are also one of them then you should follow these steps discussed in the second method.
We are recommending Ezgif.com to complete this task with the easy to follow steps as discussed below:
You may also like: Top 26 Best Free GIF Makers Online >>
Step 1: Upload GIFs files
First of all, you need to upload your desired GIF files to the Ezgif.com platform. For fast selection of multiple files simply follow Ctrl key-based selection.
This tool also allows users to create a mixture of animated GIF files with simple still images even if they are of different file formats. The conversion process will be carried out automatically by this tool.
Step 2: Adjust frame
As soon as these files will get uploaded, you will find all frames on the editor window. Here you can easily adjust frame delays as well as their order. Note that, GIFs are often ordered in alphabetic order so while reorganizing your files, never forget to rename them accurately. Now hit the “Animate It” button and it will immediately prepare a small preview window on the screen.
Step 3: Optimize your GIFs
Ezgif.com provides a wide range of optimization options to users after this preview. You can easily adjust features as per your requirement by setting desired values for text, speed, effects, rotate, resize and crop, etc. If you do not want to make such changes then you can directly hit the save button. This software tool will take a few seconds to process your project and then a new GIF image with all defined frames will be generated. It will be containing all source images with your preferred ordered sequence. You can easily find it at your destination folder and use it further for entertainment.
Part 2: 3 Best GIF Combiners You Can Make GIFs
1. Filmora Meme Maker - Online GIF Combiner
If you want to combine GIFs online, the Filmora meme maker is your ultimate solution.
It helps you make images, GIFs and video memes directly without watermark. It is totally FREE to use and no signup. You can change text size, color and position to create caption when you are editing. You can also put text inside or outside in GIF.
Just with a few clicks, your GIF is done . Try Now!
2. GIPHY
GIPHY is a GIF combiner where you can find various GIF files to combine. All of the GIFs are funny and interesting to use for people who love to combine GIFs. There are some examples in this site, so you can have the inspiration to combine GIFs if you don’t know where to start. You also can find different styles: reaction, sports, artists and more.
3. PIXEL
If you don’t want to use Photoshop to combine GIFs, here we recommend using PIXEL. You can use it to make GIFs easily online. You can add more than one GIF at one time. Besides, this GIF combiner can also change the GIF size to fit your needs. After the editing is made, you need to click create animation to export GIFs. You should know that GIF size is 32×32 for PIXEL, and 64×64 for SUPER PIXEL.
Frequently Asked Questions About Combing GIFs
1. Can I Combine A Few Gifs?
Yes, you can. Any photo or video editing software that supports GIF file format allows you to combine one or more GIFs. For instance, Adobe Photoshop users can combine several GIF files and play them simultaneously next to each other, but this task can be overwhelming if you are not familiar with this photo editing software.
An online GIF combiner like Ezgif enables you to combine multiple GIFs from your web browser for free, which makes it a great option for anyone who doesn’t have access to a professional photo or video editing software.
2. How To Merge Several Animated GIFs?
Playing two or more GIFs one after another in a single file is easy, as you just have to arrange them in a way you want them to appear in the final version of the GIF on the editor’s timeline and then export your project as a GIF file.
What’s more, you will be able to remove the frames of the GIFs you don’t want to include in the output file or apply different filters and effects. However, the options you are going to have at your disposal depending on the GIF maker or video editing software you are using to merge several animated GIFs into a single file.
Shanoon Cox
Shanoon Cox is a writer and a lover of all things video.
Follow @Shanoon Cox
Shanoon Cox
Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions
Are you looking for a software tool to create animated GIFs? Go online, you will easily find so many with impressive editing abilities. There are so many interesting things that you can do with a collection of GIFs. Many professionals these days are trying new tricks to make classic small duration animated movies with interactive GIF creator tools .
The article below will provide you step by step guidance about how to merge or combine animated GIFs together.
We are going to discuss two methods where one GIF combiner can assist you to play GIFs side by side, whereas the other will tell you about playing another GIF in continuation after first. In the end, we will also let you know the three best GIF combiners you can use.
Keep reading.
If you are not able to use Photoshop due to its complicated interface and Ezgif is not a suitable tool for your device, then the best recommendation for your animated GIF creation needs is Wondershare Filmora .
This tool is designed with a user-friendly interface and it can easily assist you in the development of high-quality gifs. There are so many customization options associated with each design like color correction, speed adjustments, and overlays, etc.
Filmora offers compatibility over Windows as well as Mac devices so you can easily access it anywhere. Further, it can process more than 150 file formats so you need not worry about your selection. Simply download Wondershare Filmora for your desktop and get started with impressive GIF editing.
Download it now to have a try!
See how to make a cool GIF from a video with Wondershare Filmora.
Download Mac Version ](https://tools.techidaily.com/wondershare/filmora/download/ )
Part 1: How to Combine/Merge Animated GIFs Into One
Method 1: Merge GIFs into one with Photoshop
Adobe Photoshop is one of the top-rated photo editing software tools and nowadays it is popularly being used for GIF combining. Using Photoshop, you can easily play multiple GIF images side by side on the screen. Here are a few simple to follow steps to accomplish this task:
Step 1: Import GIFs to combine
First of all, users need to launch Adobe Photoshop on their device and then import both GIF images to individual tabs. This task can be easily done using Drag and Drop tools. Resize both tabs so that you can view both images at a time on screen.
Step 2: Save GIF with name
Go to the Window menu and ensure that the Timeline option is marked in the drop-down menu.
Now open one empty file with height same as that of already imported GIF files. Save this file with any suitable name, for example Z.
Note: If you need a transparent view of your imported GIF images then go to Layer and select New and finally hit Layer option. You can now hide its bottom layer.
Step 3: Copy frames
Now move to the tab of the first GIF file and then to the timeline toolbar. On the top right corner of your screen, you will find the menu icon. Here you need to select and copy all frames.
Step 4: Paste your copy
It is time to move to GIF Z file, move to its timeline toolbar, and then select the menu icon from the top right corner of your screen. Paste your recently copied selection over here. Never forget to choose Paste Over selection option from Pop up Dialogue Box.
Step 5: Copy and paste
Simply repeat the process explained in Step 3 and 4 for the 2nd GIF image. After execution of these steps, your GIF Z file will be containing all layers of your imported GIF files but as you have pasted them one over another so it is important to separate their elements now.
Step 6: To make separation
To do this separation, go to GIF Z tab and then select layers of second GIF file and simply move them below the first GIF layer files. Users can now have a preview of both GIFs in the timeline window.
Step 7: Change image settings
After finalizing the best preview for your edited files, you can hit the file menu option and then save your project for device or web option. It will immediately open a dialogue box where users can easily specify their image quality and loop count details. Never forget to have one more preview before saving the final results.
Step 8: Save your project
As now you are done with all the editing tasks so it is time to hit the “Save” option and then provide your destination address to the modified file. Your animated GIF file is now ready to get uploaded on the internet.
Check this video to learn more on how to combine gifs with Photoshop
Method 2: Combine GIFs and Play one After Another
Many youngsters love to create impressive stories by just combining a few GIF images one after another in sequence. If you are also one of them then you should follow these steps discussed in the second method.
We are recommending Ezgif.com to complete this task with the easy to follow steps as discussed below:
You may also like: Top 26 Best Free GIF Makers Online >>
Step 1: Upload GIFs files
First of all, you need to upload your desired GIF files to the Ezgif.com platform. For fast selection of multiple files simply follow Ctrl key-based selection.
This tool also allows users to create a mixture of animated GIF files with simple still images even if they are of different file formats. The conversion process will be carried out automatically by this tool.
Step 2: Adjust frame
As soon as these files will get uploaded, you will find all frames on the editor window. Here you can easily adjust frame delays as well as their order. Note that, GIFs are often ordered in alphabetic order so while reorganizing your files, never forget to rename them accurately. Now hit the “Animate It” button and it will immediately prepare a small preview window on the screen.
Step 3: Optimize your GIFs
Ezgif.com provides a wide range of optimization options to users after this preview. You can easily adjust features as per your requirement by setting desired values for text, speed, effects, rotate, resize and crop, etc. If you do not want to make such changes then you can directly hit the save button. This software tool will take a few seconds to process your project and then a new GIF image with all defined frames will be generated. It will be containing all source images with your preferred ordered sequence. You can easily find it at your destination folder and use it further for entertainment.
Part 2: 3 Best GIF Combiners You Can Make GIFs
1. Filmora Meme Maker - Online GIF Combiner
If you want to combine GIFs online, the Filmora meme maker is your ultimate solution.
It helps you make images, GIFs and video memes directly without watermark. It is totally FREE to use and no signup. You can change text size, color and position to create caption when you are editing. You can also put text inside or outside in GIF.
Just with a few clicks, your GIF is done . Try Now!
2. GIPHY
GIPHY is a GIF combiner where you can find various GIF files to combine. All of the GIFs are funny and interesting to use for people who love to combine GIFs. There are some examples in this site, so you can have the inspiration to combine GIFs if you don’t know where to start. You also can find different styles: reaction, sports, artists and more.
3. PIXEL
If you don’t want to use Photoshop to combine GIFs, here we recommend using PIXEL. You can use it to make GIFs easily online. You can add more than one GIF at one time. Besides, this GIF combiner can also change the GIF size to fit your needs. After the editing is made, you need to click create animation to export GIFs. You should know that GIF size is 32×32 for PIXEL, and 64×64 for SUPER PIXEL.
Frequently Asked Questions About Combing GIFs
1. Can I Combine A Few Gifs?
Yes, you can. Any photo or video editing software that supports GIF file format allows you to combine one or more GIFs. For instance, Adobe Photoshop users can combine several GIF files and play them simultaneously next to each other, but this task can be overwhelming if you are not familiar with this photo editing software.
An online GIF combiner like Ezgif enables you to combine multiple GIFs from your web browser for free, which makes it a great option for anyone who doesn’t have access to a professional photo or video editing software.
2. How To Merge Several Animated GIFs?
Playing two or more GIFs one after another in a single file is easy, as you just have to arrange them in a way you want them to appear in the final version of the GIF on the editor’s timeline and then export your project as a GIF file.
What’s more, you will be able to remove the frames of the GIFs you don’t want to include in the output file or apply different filters and effects. However, the options you are going to have at your disposal depending on the GIF maker or video editing software you are using to merge several animated GIFs into a single file.
Shanoon Cox
Shanoon Cox is a writer and a lover of all things video.
Follow @Shanoon Cox
How I Animate Discord Profile Pictures
How I Animate Discord Profile Pictures (& You Can Too)
An easy yet powerful editor
Numerous effects to choose from
Detailed tutorials provided by the official channel
Some users are still unaware of the fact that they can change the discord profile photo. If you are looking forward to the same, then you are on the right page.
Here we will discuss the process helpful for animating Discord profile pictures in just a few simple steps. Let’s get started!
In this article
01 [Where Can I Get Animated Avatar for Discord?](#Part 1)
02 [How to Get an Animated Profile Picture on Discord](#Part 2)
03 [Some Other Useful Tips to Improve Your Image Animate](#Part 3)
Part 1 Where Can I Get an Animated Avatar for Discord?
In this section, we will discuss how you can animate a PFP and how to get an animated avatar for Discord.
How Do You Animate a PFP?
The steps you need to follow to animate a PFP are:
Step 1: Firstly, you need to decide on what character you want to have as PFP. It can be a cartoon character, a painting, an illustration etc.
Step 2: Now, choose an online tool and begin to edit your image. When you upload the image, make sure to crop it to square. Please note that you need to make your image circle. So now, look for the rounded corner option and give the image the desired shape.
Step 3: It’s time to be creative with the image now. You can remove background, erase or add text and even add a background that suits your avatar. The customization depends all on your requirement. This is it. Now, you need to know how you can get an animated avatar on Discord.
Part 2 How to Get an Animated Profile Picture on Discord
If you are confused about how you will be able to get an animated profile picture on Discord, don’t worry at all. The steps are as follows:
Step 1: To get an animated discord profile picture, you will need to have Nitro. Otherwise the profile picture won’t save as animated. Also, if you use PC for this, things will be better. Now, open the desktop version of Discord.
Step 2: Login to your account and go to User Settings by clicking the gear icon given next to your profile picture.
Step 3: In Settings, multiple options will be visible. You need to look for the “Discord Nitro” option. Clicking on this will lead you to Discord Nitro page.
Note: You need to click on “Subscribe” if you don’t have Discord Nitro.
Step 4: Choose the plan once you subscribe. Hit on “Select” after choosing it.
Step 5: Pay for it using the desired payment method. Enter your address and agree to the terms and conditions of Discord. After all the formalities are done, please click on “Sweet”. This will complete the subscription.
Step 6: Now, head to the GIF website like Tenor and choose the GIF that you like. Download it. You can right click on the GIF and click “Save Image as…” to get it.
Step 7: After saving the GIF, go to the Settings of your Discord account. Hit on “User Profile” followed by “Change Avatar”.
Step 8: The dialog box will open where you need to find the GIF you just saved. After finding the GIF, click on “Open”.
Note: You can take the animated avatar that you created yourself by using the steps in the previous part.
Step 9: Now, you will get to the Discord profile picture page. Here, you need to resize the GIF. Click on “Apply” when you are satisfied with the resizing or you can skip it too.
Step 10: Save the changes and you are good to go!
Part 3 Some Other Useful Tips to Improve Your Image Animate
If you’re wondering how to improve image animation, we’ve got some pointers for you. We all know that nitro is expensive and not everyone can get it for animating images. If you’re thinking the same thing, we’ve got the best tools for you right here.
Tools to consider for animating and improving the image:
01Adobe Spark
Adobe Spark is also among the best logo animation makers available and comes with the best features. It gives the final touch to the logo or video you have created. When you wish to animate your profile picture for Discord, the same can be done easily with it. The collection available on it is really very cool, and selecting from it can be an amazing experience. The templates are divided into categories along with the tabular ones so that you can choose them as per your requirements.
02Renderforest
Renderforest is also among the most loved software or applications loved by people around the world. It is helpful in creating logo animations too, for free. You can also choose from different templates available and customise them accordingly. Also, giving the animated effect to the logo is really very easy. If you wish to edit the logo, the same can be done easily. The major feature making it more appealing today is the transition effect, which is helpful in transforming a normal 2D logo into a 3D effect.
03Free Design logo
Free Design logo is an online application that always rules out the list. It features a 3D animation logo maker that is available for free. It has some logo samples and a catalogue available that are helpful for users to create excellent logos easily. Moreover, the templates available can be customised as per the need for stop. A user needs to download the application and, after it, they can have access to all the examples available for 3D logos.
04Tube arsenal
Tube Arsenal is also a famous application for users whenever they wish to animate a logo for their company. The interface appears to be similar to Renderforest, but the features are quite advanced. There is no technical knowledge required for using the same because it comes with an easy-to-use interface and templates that will be helpful in creating the logo of your choice.
Creative logo tips:
Some tips you can keep in mind while creating logo are as follows:
● Be specific to your brand. Be sure that you are not choosing a logo that may deviate customers from your brand perspective.
● Always choose colors in contrast because a single color logo does not seem to be appealing.
● Make sure to choose a template that is easy to understand. If the template seems to be difficult to understand, a user will not be able to get it.
● Create a logo with the minimum design because excessive design will make it tacky.
● Be sure not to add extra icons to the logo. This can be troublesome and make the logo unappealing.
● Go for white or a dark shade of background, because this will be helpful in making the text more visible.
Part 1 How to add an animated image/DP to WhatsApp?
Unfortunately, if you are looking forward to setting up an animated image on WhatsApp, it is not possible. The WhatsApp algorithm has been designed in such a manner that you can only use static images that is in JPG format. If the format is not the same, you can’t use it as the image over WhatsApp.
Key Takeaways from This Episode
● Nitro is helpful in setting up the animated image for discord.
● Filmora Pro is the best tool for editing images and animating them.
● WhatsApp doesn’t entertain setting up animated images over DP.
Some users are still unaware of the fact that they can change the discord profile photo. If you are looking forward to the same, then you are on the right page.
Here we will discuss the process helpful for animating Discord profile pictures in just a few simple steps. Let’s get started!
In this article
01 [Where Can I Get Animated Avatar for Discord?](#Part 1)
02 [How to Get an Animated Profile Picture on Discord](#Part 2)
03 [Some Other Useful Tips to Improve Your Image Animate](#Part 3)
Part 1 Where Can I Get an Animated Avatar for Discord?
In this section, we will discuss how you can animate a PFP and how to get an animated avatar for Discord.
How Do You Animate a PFP?
The steps you need to follow to animate a PFP are:
Step 1: Firstly, you need to decide on what character you want to have as PFP. It can be a cartoon character, a painting, an illustration etc.
Step 2: Now, choose an online tool and begin to edit your image. When you upload the image, make sure to crop it to square. Please note that you need to make your image circle. So now, look for the rounded corner option and give the image the desired shape.
Step 3: It’s time to be creative with the image now. You can remove background, erase or add text and even add a background that suits your avatar. The customization depends all on your requirement. This is it. Now, you need to know how you can get an animated avatar on Discord.
Part 2 How to Get an Animated Profile Picture on Discord
If you are confused about how you will be able to get an animated profile picture on Discord, don’t worry at all. The steps are as follows:
Step 1: To get an animated discord profile picture, you will need to have Nitro. Otherwise the profile picture won’t save as animated. Also, if you use PC for this, things will be better. Now, open the desktop version of Discord.
Step 2: Login to your account and go to User Settings by clicking the gear icon given next to your profile picture.
Step 3: In Settings, multiple options will be visible. You need to look for the “Discord Nitro” option. Clicking on this will lead you to Discord Nitro page.
Note: You need to click on “Subscribe” if you don’t have Discord Nitro.
Step 4: Choose the plan once you subscribe. Hit on “Select” after choosing it.
Step 5: Pay for it using the desired payment method. Enter your address and agree to the terms and conditions of Discord. After all the formalities are done, please click on “Sweet”. This will complete the subscription.
Step 6: Now, head to the GIF website like Tenor and choose the GIF that you like. Download it. You can right click on the GIF and click “Save Image as…” to get it.
Step 7: After saving the GIF, go to the Settings of your Discord account. Hit on “User Profile” followed by “Change Avatar”.
Step 8: The dialog box will open where you need to find the GIF you just saved. After finding the GIF, click on “Open”.
Note: You can take the animated avatar that you created yourself by using the steps in the previous part.
Step 9: Now, you will get to the Discord profile picture page. Here, you need to resize the GIF. Click on “Apply” when you are satisfied with the resizing or you can skip it too.
Step 10: Save the changes and you are good to go!
Part 3 Some Other Useful Tips to Improve Your Image Animate
If you’re wondering how to improve image animation, we’ve got some pointers for you. We all know that nitro is expensive and not everyone can get it for animating images. If you’re thinking the same thing, we’ve got the best tools for you right here.
Tools to consider for animating and improving the image:
01Adobe Spark
Adobe Spark is also among the best logo animation makers available and comes with the best features. It gives the final touch to the logo or video you have created. When you wish to animate your profile picture for Discord, the same can be done easily with it. The collection available on it is really very cool, and selecting from it can be an amazing experience. The templates are divided into categories along with the tabular ones so that you can choose them as per your requirements.
02Renderforest
Renderforest is also among the most loved software or applications loved by people around the world. It is helpful in creating logo animations too, for free. You can also choose from different templates available and customise them accordingly. Also, giving the animated effect to the logo is really very easy. If you wish to edit the logo, the same can be done easily. The major feature making it more appealing today is the transition effect, which is helpful in transforming a normal 2D logo into a 3D effect.
03Free Design logo
Free Design logo is an online application that always rules out the list. It features a 3D animation logo maker that is available for free. It has some logo samples and a catalogue available that are helpful for users to create excellent logos easily. Moreover, the templates available can be customised as per the need for stop. A user needs to download the application and, after it, they can have access to all the examples available for 3D logos.
04Tube arsenal
Tube Arsenal is also a famous application for users whenever they wish to animate a logo for their company. The interface appears to be similar to Renderforest, but the features are quite advanced. There is no technical knowledge required for using the same because it comes with an easy-to-use interface and templates that will be helpful in creating the logo of your choice.
Creative logo tips:
Some tips you can keep in mind while creating logo are as follows:
● Be specific to your brand. Be sure that you are not choosing a logo that may deviate customers from your brand perspective.
● Always choose colors in contrast because a single color logo does not seem to be appealing.
● Make sure to choose a template that is easy to understand. If the template seems to be difficult to understand, a user will not be able to get it.
● Create a logo with the minimum design because excessive design will make it tacky.
● Be sure not to add extra icons to the logo. This can be troublesome and make the logo unappealing.
● Go for white or a dark shade of background, because this will be helpful in making the text more visible.
Part 1 How to add an animated image/DP to WhatsApp?
Unfortunately, if you are looking forward to setting up an animated image on WhatsApp, it is not possible. The WhatsApp algorithm has been designed in such a manner that you can only use static images that is in JPG format. If the format is not the same, you can’t use it as the image over WhatsApp.
Key Takeaways from This Episode
● Nitro is helpful in setting up the animated image for discord.
● Filmora Pro is the best tool for editing images and animating them.
● WhatsApp doesn’t entertain setting up animated images over DP.
Some users are still unaware of the fact that they can change the discord profile photo. If you are looking forward to the same, then you are on the right page.
Here we will discuss the process helpful for animating Discord profile pictures in just a few simple steps. Let’s get started!
In this article
01 [Where Can I Get Animated Avatar for Discord?](#Part 1)
02 [How to Get an Animated Profile Picture on Discord](#Part 2)
03 [Some Other Useful Tips to Improve Your Image Animate](#Part 3)
Part 1 Where Can I Get an Animated Avatar for Discord?
In this section, we will discuss how you can animate a PFP and how to get an animated avatar for Discord.
How Do You Animate a PFP?
The steps you need to follow to animate a PFP are:
Step 1: Firstly, you need to decide on what character you want to have as PFP. It can be a cartoon character, a painting, an illustration etc.
Step 2: Now, choose an online tool and begin to edit your image. When you upload the image, make sure to crop it to square. Please note that you need to make your image circle. So now, look for the rounded corner option and give the image the desired shape.
Step 3: It’s time to be creative with the image now. You can remove background, erase or add text and even add a background that suits your avatar. The customization depends all on your requirement. This is it. Now, you need to know how you can get an animated avatar on Discord.
Part 2 How to Get an Animated Profile Picture on Discord
If you are confused about how you will be able to get an animated profile picture on Discord, don’t worry at all. The steps are as follows:
Step 1: To get an animated discord profile picture, you will need to have Nitro. Otherwise the profile picture won’t save as animated. Also, if you use PC for this, things will be better. Now, open the desktop version of Discord.
Step 2: Login to your account and go to User Settings by clicking the gear icon given next to your profile picture.
Step 3: In Settings, multiple options will be visible. You need to look for the “Discord Nitro” option. Clicking on this will lead you to Discord Nitro page.
Note: You need to click on “Subscribe” if you don’t have Discord Nitro.
Step 4: Choose the plan once you subscribe. Hit on “Select” after choosing it.
Step 5: Pay for it using the desired payment method. Enter your address and agree to the terms and conditions of Discord. After all the formalities are done, please click on “Sweet”. This will complete the subscription.
Step 6: Now, head to the GIF website like Tenor and choose the GIF that you like. Download it. You can right click on the GIF and click “Save Image as…” to get it.
Step 7: After saving the GIF, go to the Settings of your Discord account. Hit on “User Profile” followed by “Change Avatar”.
Step 8: The dialog box will open where you need to find the GIF you just saved. After finding the GIF, click on “Open”.
Note: You can take the animated avatar that you created yourself by using the steps in the previous part.
Step 9: Now, you will get to the Discord profile picture page. Here, you need to resize the GIF. Click on “Apply” when you are satisfied with the resizing or you can skip it too.
Step 10: Save the changes and you are good to go!
Part 3 Some Other Useful Tips to Improve Your Image Animate
If you’re wondering how to improve image animation, we’ve got some pointers for you. We all know that nitro is expensive and not everyone can get it for animating images. If you’re thinking the same thing, we’ve got the best tools for you right here.
Tools to consider for animating and improving the image:
01Adobe Spark
Adobe Spark is also among the best logo animation makers available and comes with the best features. It gives the final touch to the logo or video you have created. When you wish to animate your profile picture for Discord, the same can be done easily with it. The collection available on it is really very cool, and selecting from it can be an amazing experience. The templates are divided into categories along with the tabular ones so that you can choose them as per your requirements.
02Renderforest
Renderforest is also among the most loved software or applications loved by people around the world. It is helpful in creating logo animations too, for free. You can also choose from different templates available and customise them accordingly. Also, giving the animated effect to the logo is really very easy. If you wish to edit the logo, the same can be done easily. The major feature making it more appealing today is the transition effect, which is helpful in transforming a normal 2D logo into a 3D effect.
03Free Design logo
Free Design logo is an online application that always rules out the list. It features a 3D animation logo maker that is available for free. It has some logo samples and a catalogue available that are helpful for users to create excellent logos easily. Moreover, the templates available can be customised as per the need for stop. A user needs to download the application and, after it, they can have access to all the examples available for 3D logos.
04Tube arsenal
Tube Arsenal is also a famous application for users whenever they wish to animate a logo for their company. The interface appears to be similar to Renderforest, but the features are quite advanced. There is no technical knowledge required for using the same because it comes with an easy-to-use interface and templates that will be helpful in creating the logo of your choice.
Creative logo tips:
Some tips you can keep in mind while creating logo are as follows:
● Be specific to your brand. Be sure that you are not choosing a logo that may deviate customers from your brand perspective.
● Always choose colors in contrast because a single color logo does not seem to be appealing.
● Make sure to choose a template that is easy to understand. If the template seems to be difficult to understand, a user will not be able to get it.
● Create a logo with the minimum design because excessive design will make it tacky.
● Be sure not to add extra icons to the logo. This can be troublesome and make the logo unappealing.
● Go for white or a dark shade of background, because this will be helpful in making the text more visible.
Part 1 How to add an animated image/DP to WhatsApp?
Unfortunately, if you are looking forward to setting up an animated image on WhatsApp, it is not possible. The WhatsApp algorithm has been designed in such a manner that you can only use static images that is in JPG format. If the format is not the same, you can’t use it as the image over WhatsApp.
Key Takeaways from This Episode
● Nitro is helpful in setting up the animated image for discord.
● Filmora Pro is the best tool for editing images and animating them.
● WhatsApp doesn’t entertain setting up animated images over DP.
Some users are still unaware of the fact that they can change the discord profile photo. If you are looking forward to the same, then you are on the right page.
Here we will discuss the process helpful for animating Discord profile pictures in just a few simple steps. Let’s get started!
In this article
01 [Where Can I Get Animated Avatar for Discord?](#Part 1)
02 [How to Get an Animated Profile Picture on Discord](#Part 2)
03 [Some Other Useful Tips to Improve Your Image Animate](#Part 3)
Part 1 Where Can I Get an Animated Avatar for Discord?
In this section, we will discuss how you can animate a PFP and how to get an animated avatar for Discord.
How Do You Animate a PFP?
The steps you need to follow to animate a PFP are:
Step 1: Firstly, you need to decide on what character you want to have as PFP. It can be a cartoon character, a painting, an illustration etc.
Step 2: Now, choose an online tool and begin to edit your image. When you upload the image, make sure to crop it to square. Please note that you need to make your image circle. So now, look for the rounded corner option and give the image the desired shape.
Step 3: It’s time to be creative with the image now. You can remove background, erase or add text and even add a background that suits your avatar. The customization depends all on your requirement. This is it. Now, you need to know how you can get an animated avatar on Discord.
Part 2 How to Get an Animated Profile Picture on Discord
If you are confused about how you will be able to get an animated profile picture on Discord, don’t worry at all. The steps are as follows:
Step 1: To get an animated discord profile picture, you will need to have Nitro. Otherwise the profile picture won’t save as animated. Also, if you use PC for this, things will be better. Now, open the desktop version of Discord.
Step 2: Login to your account and go to User Settings by clicking the gear icon given next to your profile picture.
Step 3: In Settings, multiple options will be visible. You need to look for the “Discord Nitro” option. Clicking on this will lead you to Discord Nitro page.
Note: You need to click on “Subscribe” if you don’t have Discord Nitro.
Step 4: Choose the plan once you subscribe. Hit on “Select” after choosing it.
Step 5: Pay for it using the desired payment method. Enter your address and agree to the terms and conditions of Discord. After all the formalities are done, please click on “Sweet”. This will complete the subscription.
Step 6: Now, head to the GIF website like Tenor and choose the GIF that you like. Download it. You can right click on the GIF and click “Save Image as…” to get it.
Step 7: After saving the GIF, go to the Settings of your Discord account. Hit on “User Profile” followed by “Change Avatar”.
Step 8: The dialog box will open where you need to find the GIF you just saved. After finding the GIF, click on “Open”.
Note: You can take the animated avatar that you created yourself by using the steps in the previous part.
Step 9: Now, you will get to the Discord profile picture page. Here, you need to resize the GIF. Click on “Apply” when you are satisfied with the resizing or you can skip it too.
Step 10: Save the changes and you are good to go!
Part 3 Some Other Useful Tips to Improve Your Image Animate
If you’re wondering how to improve image animation, we’ve got some pointers for you. We all know that nitro is expensive and not everyone can get it for animating images. If you’re thinking the same thing, we’ve got the best tools for you right here.
Tools to consider for animating and improving the image:
01Adobe Spark
Adobe Spark is also among the best logo animation makers available and comes with the best features. It gives the final touch to the logo or video you have created. When you wish to animate your profile picture for Discord, the same can be done easily with it. The collection available on it is really very cool, and selecting from it can be an amazing experience. The templates are divided into categories along with the tabular ones so that you can choose them as per your requirements.
02Renderforest
Renderforest is also among the most loved software or applications loved by people around the world. It is helpful in creating logo animations too, for free. You can also choose from different templates available and customise them accordingly. Also, giving the animated effect to the logo is really very easy. If you wish to edit the logo, the same can be done easily. The major feature making it more appealing today is the transition effect, which is helpful in transforming a normal 2D logo into a 3D effect.
03Free Design logo
Free Design logo is an online application that always rules out the list. It features a 3D animation logo maker that is available for free. It has some logo samples and a catalogue available that are helpful for users to create excellent logos easily. Moreover, the templates available can be customised as per the need for stop. A user needs to download the application and, after it, they can have access to all the examples available for 3D logos.
04Tube arsenal
Tube Arsenal is also a famous application for users whenever they wish to animate a logo for their company. The interface appears to be similar to Renderforest, but the features are quite advanced. There is no technical knowledge required for using the same because it comes with an easy-to-use interface and templates that will be helpful in creating the logo of your choice.
Creative logo tips:
Some tips you can keep in mind while creating logo are as follows:
● Be specific to your brand. Be sure that you are not choosing a logo that may deviate customers from your brand perspective.
● Always choose colors in contrast because a single color logo does not seem to be appealing.
● Make sure to choose a template that is easy to understand. If the template seems to be difficult to understand, a user will not be able to get it.
● Create a logo with the minimum design because excessive design will make it tacky.
● Be sure not to add extra icons to the logo. This can be troublesome and make the logo unappealing.
● Go for white or a dark shade of background, because this will be helpful in making the text more visible.
Part 1 How to add an animated image/DP to WhatsApp?
Unfortunately, if you are looking forward to setting up an animated image on WhatsApp, it is not possible. The WhatsApp algorithm has been designed in such a manner that you can only use static images that is in JPG format. If the format is not the same, you can’t use it as the image over WhatsApp.
Key Takeaways from This Episode
● Nitro is helpful in setting up the animated image for discord.
● Filmora Pro is the best tool for editing images and animating them.
● WhatsApp doesn’t entertain setting up animated images over DP.
Secret Source to Make a Stop Motion Puppet
Secret Source to Make a Stop Motion Puppetd
An easy yet powerful editor
Numerous effects to choose from
Detailed tutorials provided by the official channel
The significant difference between a stop-motion puppet and other types is that they have an armature inside. An armature is the puppet’s skeleton, a must to hold its position without sleeping for each captured frame. The stop motion puppet makeover should be precise to prevent it from breaking down or falling quickly. In addition, buying a stop-motion puppet armature might be pretty expensive, so making them by yourself is much more fun and cheaper.
To prevent any mishap during your stop-motion puppet making, your pupils should be as durable and lightweight as possible, and they must be designed based on what you will be doing and what kind of movement will be required of them. In essence, your story’s overall purpose for creating the animation will be the ultimate factor in how your character is built and designed.
In this article
01 [8 Popular Stop Motion Puppet Examples](#Part 1)
02 [How to Make a Stop Motion Puppet](#Part 2)
Part 1 8 Popular Stop Motion Puppet Examples
While wandering all through the web world, you will encounter many famous stop motion puppets. Some of them are very popular stop-motion puppets for sale, and this section of the article is about to explore eight (of them and what they stand for:
01Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer, is a pleasant Christmas stop motion animated TV special in 19produced by video craft international limited. These figures starred in the perennially beloved stop motion animation Christmas special.
02Nestor the Long-Eared Christmas Donkey
The Long-Eared Christmas Donkey, Nestor is a Christmas stop motion animated TV special in 19produced by Rankin-Bass productions. The story is back in the Roman Empire days when miniature donkeys were born with very long years and kept getting into trouble. When the owner decides to throw him out of the stable, his mother sacrifices her life to save him from a blizzard.
03Santa Claus is Comin’ to Town
This is a stop-motion animation TV special in 19made by Rankin-bass productions. The story tells all about Santa Claus when he was a baby and growing up with the Kringles. The story is told and sang by a special delivery Kluger voiced by Fred Astaire.
04Negative Space
This one is one of the world’s wide appreciated and Oscar-nominated stop motion puppet animations that reflect the son and father relationship in an interactive way. It is a must to watch animation effects.
05Fantastic Mr. Fox
Fantastic Mr. Fox is a 20puppet animation movie that talks about an urban fox that cannot resist returning to his farm and must help his community survive the farmer’s retaliation.
06Coraline
Coraline is a 20Pope x animation TV series that talks about an adventurous 11-year-old girl that finds another strange world that is an idealized version of her frustrating home.
07The Nightmare before Christmas
The nightmare before Christmas is a puppet animation TV series that talks about Jack Skellington, the king of Halloween Town, and discovers Christmas town but his attempts to bring Christmas to his home result in confusion.
07Corpse bride
Corpse Bride is a puppet animated family TV series in 20talks about a shy groom practicing his wedding vow in the inadvertent presence of a deceased young woman as she rises from the grave, assuming that he has married her.
Part 2 How to Make a Stop Motion Puppet
Do you have a story, and you need some puppets to take the place of your actors, and you want to double in stop motion animation. The fact is there are different ways to create your Stop Motion Puppet, and as per your storyboard requirement, you can go with other methods. Such as, you can either use tools to build your puppet armature, otherwise can make some puppets from clothes and threads to give it a structure, else can use clay to assign a static puppet structure. It’s all your choice, so all in all what you need is:
● A Storyboard
● Puppet armature tools
● Camera setup
● Editing Software (in our case, we are going to use Wondershare Filmora Video Editor )
In this tutorial, we will be teaching you how to make stop-motion puppets in a way that is relatively cost-effective to produce durable means whose construction requires little or no time or extra equipment:
Wondershare Filmora - Best Video Editor for Mac/Windows
5,481,435 people have downloaded it.
Build unique custom animations without breaking a sweat.
Focus on creating epic stories and leave the details to Filmora’s auto features.
Start a creative adventure with drag & drop effects and endless possibilities.
Filmora simplifies advanced features to save you time and effort.
Filmora cuts out repetition so you can move on to your next creative breakthrough.
Materials:
● Ball head screws (M2.5)
● Small screws (M3)
● Ball head screws (2xand brass pipes whose diameter is less than ball head screws
● Brass plate (strips 2mm thick)
Tools:
● M3 thread tap
● M2.5 thread tap
● Screwdriver
● Pliers
● Drill press
● Drills of 2.5 mm, 2 mm, 3 mm
● Power sander
● Loctite
● File
● Bandsaw
Step
● Use the brass to mark the length of the bone
● Cut the tube according to the length
● Sandpaper or file it Square
● On both sides of the tube, use the tap to cause the tread
● Use the screws in the brass tube to screw the ball head
Step 2:
● On each sides of the brass strip, drill 2.5 mm holes
● Then, between holes of the holes you drill, drill 2.5 mm holes
● Between the other 2.5 mm holes, drill 3mm holes
Step 3:
● On the 2.5 mm holes on the sides, use the 3mm drill to create some cup
● With the 3 mm tap, cut the thread in the 2 mm holes in the middle
Step 4:
● Without damaging the holes, file the end of the strip with all the holes as close to the first 3
● From the strip, cut the parts with the first three holes
● Also, as close to the most used flyer to file the other side.
Note: Make sure you are careful while filing as this will get very hot
**Step 5:**Join all the parts together and make sure that the cup on the outer holes of the two plates is two words each other and tighten the bolts to hold the bones
Step 6: Join to strip of bras together and form a torso. Then cut the torso and form the feet
Step 7: When your puppet is the way you want it, lock teeth styles by fixing the ball head screw in place
Animation Editing:
Also, you can make a stop motion video on Filmora by considering the following factors:
● Camera Steadiness is a must for every shot you plan for Stop Motion Video. Shaking a camera is not good. Else, your video won’t be smooth.
● Ensure capture the shot under consistent light and prevent light exposure from changing on the object; otherwise, there will be inconsistency in the video.
● To make it easier, play the film in advance, as the more friends your video, the smoother the video will be.
Here are steps to make a stop motion video on Filmora:
Step 1 Place the camera steady and bring your object in the frame. Lightly move your things and capture the movement frame by frame.
Step 2 Download and start, or if you have already installed, run the Filmora program and choose a suitable frame rate in the project settings. After selecting the resolution, click on the file and go to the project setting.
Step 3 Now import the media file using the import option from the file menu and import the captured images.
Step 4 Adjust the menu’s preference or press the shortcut key Ctrl+Shift+, and a window will appear on your screen. Select the editing panel and change the photo duration between 0.2 to 0.5 seconds.
Step 5 Once done with all the settings and satisfied with the results, click on export and select your desired video format. Your video will be exported and saved in your library so you can share it with friends.
● Key Takeaways from This Episode →
● Get to know about what is stop motion puppets.
● Different examples of how dinosaur stop motion puppet or other puppet animation form works.
● The process to create your stop motion puppet and how Filmora will assist you in it.
The significant difference between a stop-motion puppet and other types is that they have an armature inside. An armature is the puppet’s skeleton, a must to hold its position without sleeping for each captured frame. The stop motion puppet makeover should be precise to prevent it from breaking down or falling quickly. In addition, buying a stop-motion puppet armature might be pretty expensive, so making them by yourself is much more fun and cheaper.
To prevent any mishap during your stop-motion puppet making, your pupils should be as durable and lightweight as possible, and they must be designed based on what you will be doing and what kind of movement will be required of them. In essence, your story’s overall purpose for creating the animation will be the ultimate factor in how your character is built and designed.
In this article
01 [8 Popular Stop Motion Puppet Examples](#Part 1)
02 [How to Make a Stop Motion Puppet](#Part 2)
Part 1 8 Popular Stop Motion Puppet Examples
While wandering all through the web world, you will encounter many famous stop motion puppets. Some of them are very popular stop-motion puppets for sale, and this section of the article is about to explore eight (of them and what they stand for:
01Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer, is a pleasant Christmas stop motion animated TV special in 19produced by video craft international limited. These figures starred in the perennially beloved stop motion animation Christmas special.
02Nestor the Long-Eared Christmas Donkey
The Long-Eared Christmas Donkey, Nestor is a Christmas stop motion animated TV special in 19produced by Rankin-Bass productions. The story is back in the Roman Empire days when miniature donkeys were born with very long years and kept getting into trouble. When the owner decides to throw him out of the stable, his mother sacrifices her life to save him from a blizzard.
03Santa Claus is Comin’ to Town
This is a stop-motion animation TV special in 19made by Rankin-bass productions. The story tells all about Santa Claus when he was a baby and growing up with the Kringles. The story is told and sang by a special delivery Kluger voiced by Fred Astaire.
04Negative Space
This one is one of the world’s wide appreciated and Oscar-nominated stop motion puppet animations that reflect the son and father relationship in an interactive way. It is a must to watch animation effects.
05Fantastic Mr. Fox
Fantastic Mr. Fox is a 20puppet animation movie that talks about an urban fox that cannot resist returning to his farm and must help his community survive the farmer’s retaliation.
06Coraline
Coraline is a 20Pope x animation TV series that talks about an adventurous 11-year-old girl that finds another strange world that is an idealized version of her frustrating home.
07The Nightmare before Christmas
The nightmare before Christmas is a puppet animation TV series that talks about Jack Skellington, the king of Halloween Town, and discovers Christmas town but his attempts to bring Christmas to his home result in confusion.
07Corpse bride
Corpse Bride is a puppet animated family TV series in 20talks about a shy groom practicing his wedding vow in the inadvertent presence of a deceased young woman as she rises from the grave, assuming that he has married her.
Part 2 How to Make a Stop Motion Puppet
Do you have a story, and you need some puppets to take the place of your actors, and you want to double in stop motion animation. The fact is there are different ways to create your Stop Motion Puppet, and as per your storyboard requirement, you can go with other methods. Such as, you can either use tools to build your puppet armature, otherwise can make some puppets from clothes and threads to give it a structure, else can use clay to assign a static puppet structure. It’s all your choice, so all in all what you need is:
● A Storyboard
● Puppet armature tools
● Camera setup
● Editing Software (in our case, we are going to use Wondershare Filmora Video Editor )
In this tutorial, we will be teaching you how to make stop-motion puppets in a way that is relatively cost-effective to produce durable means whose construction requires little or no time or extra equipment:
Wondershare Filmora - Best Video Editor for Mac/Windows
5,481,435 people have downloaded it.
Build unique custom animations without breaking a sweat.
Focus on creating epic stories and leave the details to Filmora’s auto features.
Start a creative adventure with drag & drop effects and endless possibilities.
Filmora simplifies advanced features to save you time and effort.
Filmora cuts out repetition so you can move on to your next creative breakthrough.
Materials:
● Ball head screws (M2.5)
● Small screws (M3)
● Ball head screws (2xand brass pipes whose diameter is less than ball head screws
● Brass plate (strips 2mm thick)
Tools:
● M3 thread tap
● M2.5 thread tap
● Screwdriver
● Pliers
● Drill press
● Drills of 2.5 mm, 2 mm, 3 mm
● Power sander
● Loctite
● File
● Bandsaw
Step
● Use the brass to mark the length of the bone
● Cut the tube according to the length
● Sandpaper or file it Square
● On both sides of the tube, use the tap to cause the tread
● Use the screws in the brass tube to screw the ball head
Step 2:
● On each sides of the brass strip, drill 2.5 mm holes
● Then, between holes of the holes you drill, drill 2.5 mm holes
● Between the other 2.5 mm holes, drill 3mm holes
Step 3:
● On the 2.5 mm holes on the sides, use the 3mm drill to create some cup
● With the 3 mm tap, cut the thread in the 2 mm holes in the middle
Step 4:
● Without damaging the holes, file the end of the strip with all the holes as close to the first 3
● From the strip, cut the parts with the first three holes
● Also, as close to the most used flyer to file the other side.
Note: Make sure you are careful while filing as this will get very hot
**Step 5:**Join all the parts together and make sure that the cup on the outer holes of the two plates is two words each other and tighten the bolts to hold the bones
Step 6: Join to strip of bras together and form a torso. Then cut the torso and form the feet
Step 7: When your puppet is the way you want it, lock teeth styles by fixing the ball head screw in place
Animation Editing:
Also, you can make a stop motion video on Filmora by considering the following factors:
● Camera Steadiness is a must for every shot you plan for Stop Motion Video. Shaking a camera is not good. Else, your video won’t be smooth.
● Ensure capture the shot under consistent light and prevent light exposure from changing on the object; otherwise, there will be inconsistency in the video.
● To make it easier, play the film in advance, as the more friends your video, the smoother the video will be.
Here are steps to make a stop motion video on Filmora:
Step 1 Place the camera steady and bring your object in the frame. Lightly move your things and capture the movement frame by frame.
Step 2 Download and start, or if you have already installed, run the Filmora program and choose a suitable frame rate in the project settings. After selecting the resolution, click on the file and go to the project setting.
Step 3 Now import the media file using the import option from the file menu and import the captured images.
Step 4 Adjust the menu’s preference or press the shortcut key Ctrl+Shift+, and a window will appear on your screen. Select the editing panel and change the photo duration between 0.2 to 0.5 seconds.
Step 5 Once done with all the settings and satisfied with the results, click on export and select your desired video format. Your video will be exported and saved in your library so you can share it with friends.
● Key Takeaways from This Episode →
● Get to know about what is stop motion puppets.
● Different examples of how dinosaur stop motion puppet or other puppet animation form works.
● The process to create your stop motion puppet and how Filmora will assist you in it.
The significant difference between a stop-motion puppet and other types is that they have an armature inside. An armature is the puppet’s skeleton, a must to hold its position without sleeping for each captured frame. The stop motion puppet makeover should be precise to prevent it from breaking down or falling quickly. In addition, buying a stop-motion puppet armature might be pretty expensive, so making them by yourself is much more fun and cheaper.
To prevent any mishap during your stop-motion puppet making, your pupils should be as durable and lightweight as possible, and they must be designed based on what you will be doing and what kind of movement will be required of them. In essence, your story’s overall purpose for creating the animation will be the ultimate factor in how your character is built and designed.
In this article
01 [8 Popular Stop Motion Puppet Examples](#Part 1)
02 [How to Make a Stop Motion Puppet](#Part 2)
Part 1 8 Popular Stop Motion Puppet Examples
While wandering all through the web world, you will encounter many famous stop motion puppets. Some of them are very popular stop-motion puppets for sale, and this section of the article is about to explore eight (of them and what they stand for:
01Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer, is a pleasant Christmas stop motion animated TV special in 19produced by video craft international limited. These figures starred in the perennially beloved stop motion animation Christmas special.
02Nestor the Long-Eared Christmas Donkey
The Long-Eared Christmas Donkey, Nestor is a Christmas stop motion animated TV special in 19produced by Rankin-Bass productions. The story is back in the Roman Empire days when miniature donkeys were born with very long years and kept getting into trouble. When the owner decides to throw him out of the stable, his mother sacrifices her life to save him from a blizzard.
03Santa Claus is Comin’ to Town
This is a stop-motion animation TV special in 19made by Rankin-bass productions. The story tells all about Santa Claus when he was a baby and growing up with the Kringles. The story is told and sang by a special delivery Kluger voiced by Fred Astaire.
04Negative Space
This one is one of the world’s wide appreciated and Oscar-nominated stop motion puppet animations that reflect the son and father relationship in an interactive way. It is a must to watch animation effects.
05Fantastic Mr. Fox
Fantastic Mr. Fox is a 20puppet animation movie that talks about an urban fox that cannot resist returning to his farm and must help his community survive the farmer’s retaliation.
06Coraline
Coraline is a 20Pope x animation TV series that talks about an adventurous 11-year-old girl that finds another strange world that is an idealized version of her frustrating home.
07The Nightmare before Christmas
The nightmare before Christmas is a puppet animation TV series that talks about Jack Skellington, the king of Halloween Town, and discovers Christmas town but his attempts to bring Christmas to his home result in confusion.
07Corpse bride
Corpse Bride is a puppet animated family TV series in 20talks about a shy groom practicing his wedding vow in the inadvertent presence of a deceased young woman as she rises from the grave, assuming that he has married her.
Part 2 How to Make a Stop Motion Puppet
Do you have a story, and you need some puppets to take the place of your actors, and you want to double in stop motion animation. The fact is there are different ways to create your Stop Motion Puppet, and as per your storyboard requirement, you can go with other methods. Such as, you can either use tools to build your puppet armature, otherwise can make some puppets from clothes and threads to give it a structure, else can use clay to assign a static puppet structure. It’s all your choice, so all in all what you need is:
● A Storyboard
● Puppet armature tools
● Camera setup
● Editing Software (in our case, we are going to use Wondershare Filmora Video Editor )
In this tutorial, we will be teaching you how to make stop-motion puppets in a way that is relatively cost-effective to produce durable means whose construction requires little or no time or extra equipment:
Wondershare Filmora - Best Video Editor for Mac/Windows
5,481,435 people have downloaded it.
Build unique custom animations without breaking a sweat.
Focus on creating epic stories and leave the details to Filmora’s auto features.
Start a creative adventure with drag & drop effects and endless possibilities.
Filmora simplifies advanced features to save you time and effort.
Filmora cuts out repetition so you can move on to your next creative breakthrough.
Materials:
● Ball head screws (M2.5)
● Small screws (M3)
● Ball head screws (2xand brass pipes whose diameter is less than ball head screws
● Brass plate (strips 2mm thick)
Tools:
● M3 thread tap
● M2.5 thread tap
● Screwdriver
● Pliers
● Drill press
● Drills of 2.5 mm, 2 mm, 3 mm
● Power sander
● Loctite
● File
● Bandsaw
Step
● Use the brass to mark the length of the bone
● Cut the tube according to the length
● Sandpaper or file it Square
● On both sides of the tube, use the tap to cause the tread
● Use the screws in the brass tube to screw the ball head
Step 2:
● On each sides of the brass strip, drill 2.5 mm holes
● Then, between holes of the holes you drill, drill 2.5 mm holes
● Between the other 2.5 mm holes, drill 3mm holes
Step 3:
● On the 2.5 mm holes on the sides, use the 3mm drill to create some cup
● With the 3 mm tap, cut the thread in the 2 mm holes in the middle
Step 4:
● Without damaging the holes, file the end of the strip with all the holes as close to the first 3
● From the strip, cut the parts with the first three holes
● Also, as close to the most used flyer to file the other side.
Note: Make sure you are careful while filing as this will get very hot
**Step 5:**Join all the parts together and make sure that the cup on the outer holes of the two plates is two words each other and tighten the bolts to hold the bones
Step 6: Join to strip of bras together and form a torso. Then cut the torso and form the feet
Step 7: When your puppet is the way you want it, lock teeth styles by fixing the ball head screw in place
Animation Editing:
Also, you can make a stop motion video on Filmora by considering the following factors:
● Camera Steadiness is a must for every shot you plan for Stop Motion Video. Shaking a camera is not good. Else, your video won’t be smooth.
● Ensure capture the shot under consistent light and prevent light exposure from changing on the object; otherwise, there will be inconsistency in the video.
● To make it easier, play the film in advance, as the more friends your video, the smoother the video will be.
Here are steps to make a stop motion video on Filmora:
Step 1 Place the camera steady and bring your object in the frame. Lightly move your things and capture the movement frame by frame.
Step 2 Download and start, or if you have already installed, run the Filmora program and choose a suitable frame rate in the project settings. After selecting the resolution, click on the file and go to the project setting.
Step 3 Now import the media file using the import option from the file menu and import the captured images.
Step 4 Adjust the menu’s preference or press the shortcut key Ctrl+Shift+, and a window will appear on your screen. Select the editing panel and change the photo duration between 0.2 to 0.5 seconds.
Step 5 Once done with all the settings and satisfied with the results, click on export and select your desired video format. Your video will be exported and saved in your library so you can share it with friends.
● Key Takeaways from This Episode →
● Get to know about what is stop motion puppets.
● Different examples of how dinosaur stop motion puppet or other puppet animation form works.
● The process to create your stop motion puppet and how Filmora will assist you in it.
The significant difference between a stop-motion puppet and other types is that they have an armature inside. An armature is the puppet’s skeleton, a must to hold its position without sleeping for each captured frame. The stop motion puppet makeover should be precise to prevent it from breaking down or falling quickly. In addition, buying a stop-motion puppet armature might be pretty expensive, so making them by yourself is much more fun and cheaper.
To prevent any mishap during your stop-motion puppet making, your pupils should be as durable and lightweight as possible, and they must be designed based on what you will be doing and what kind of movement will be required of them. In essence, your story’s overall purpose for creating the animation will be the ultimate factor in how your character is built and designed.
In this article
01 [8 Popular Stop Motion Puppet Examples](#Part 1)
02 [How to Make a Stop Motion Puppet](#Part 2)
Part 1 8 Popular Stop Motion Puppet Examples
While wandering all through the web world, you will encounter many famous stop motion puppets. Some of them are very popular stop-motion puppets for sale, and this section of the article is about to explore eight (of them and what they stand for:
01Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer, is a pleasant Christmas stop motion animated TV special in 19produced by video craft international limited. These figures starred in the perennially beloved stop motion animation Christmas special.
02Nestor the Long-Eared Christmas Donkey
The Long-Eared Christmas Donkey, Nestor is a Christmas stop motion animated TV special in 19produced by Rankin-Bass productions. The story is back in the Roman Empire days when miniature donkeys were born with very long years and kept getting into trouble. When the owner decides to throw him out of the stable, his mother sacrifices her life to save him from a blizzard.
03Santa Claus is Comin’ to Town
This is a stop-motion animation TV special in 19made by Rankin-bass productions. The story tells all about Santa Claus when he was a baby and growing up with the Kringles. The story is told and sang by a special delivery Kluger voiced by Fred Astaire.
04Negative Space
This one is one of the world’s wide appreciated and Oscar-nominated stop motion puppet animations that reflect the son and father relationship in an interactive way. It is a must to watch animation effects.
05Fantastic Mr. Fox
Fantastic Mr. Fox is a 20puppet animation movie that talks about an urban fox that cannot resist returning to his farm and must help his community survive the farmer’s retaliation.
06Coraline
Coraline is a 20Pope x animation TV series that talks about an adventurous 11-year-old girl that finds another strange world that is an idealized version of her frustrating home.
07The Nightmare before Christmas
The nightmare before Christmas is a puppet animation TV series that talks about Jack Skellington, the king of Halloween Town, and discovers Christmas town but his attempts to bring Christmas to his home result in confusion.
07Corpse bride
Corpse Bride is a puppet animated family TV series in 20talks about a shy groom practicing his wedding vow in the inadvertent presence of a deceased young woman as she rises from the grave, assuming that he has married her.
Part 2 How to Make a Stop Motion Puppet
Do you have a story, and you need some puppets to take the place of your actors, and you want to double in stop motion animation. The fact is there are different ways to create your Stop Motion Puppet, and as per your storyboard requirement, you can go with other methods. Such as, you can either use tools to build your puppet armature, otherwise can make some puppets from clothes and threads to give it a structure, else can use clay to assign a static puppet structure. It’s all your choice, so all in all what you need is:
● A Storyboard
● Puppet armature tools
● Camera setup
● Editing Software (in our case, we are going to use Wondershare Filmora Video Editor )
In this tutorial, we will be teaching you how to make stop-motion puppets in a way that is relatively cost-effective to produce durable means whose construction requires little or no time or extra equipment:
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Materials:
● Ball head screws (M2.5)
● Small screws (M3)
● Ball head screws (2xand brass pipes whose diameter is less than ball head screws
● Brass plate (strips 2mm thick)
Tools:
● M3 thread tap
● M2.5 thread tap
● Screwdriver
● Pliers
● Drill press
● Drills of 2.5 mm, 2 mm, 3 mm
● Power sander
● Loctite
● File
● Bandsaw
Step
● Use the brass to mark the length of the bone
● Cut the tube according to the length
● Sandpaper or file it Square
● On both sides of the tube, use the tap to cause the tread
● Use the screws in the brass tube to screw the ball head
Step 2:
● On each sides of the brass strip, drill 2.5 mm holes
● Then, between holes of the holes you drill, drill 2.5 mm holes
● Between the other 2.5 mm holes, drill 3mm holes
Step 3:
● On the 2.5 mm holes on the sides, use the 3mm drill to create some cup
● With the 3 mm tap, cut the thread in the 2 mm holes in the middle
Step 4:
● Without damaging the holes, file the end of the strip with all the holes as close to the first 3
● From the strip, cut the parts with the first three holes
● Also, as close to the most used flyer to file the other side.
Note: Make sure you are careful while filing as this will get very hot
**Step 5:**Join all the parts together and make sure that the cup on the outer holes of the two plates is two words each other and tighten the bolts to hold the bones
Step 6: Join to strip of bras together and form a torso. Then cut the torso and form the feet
Step 7: When your puppet is the way you want it, lock teeth styles by fixing the ball head screw in place
Animation Editing:
Also, you can make a stop motion video on Filmora by considering the following factors:
● Camera Steadiness is a must for every shot you plan for Stop Motion Video. Shaking a camera is not good. Else, your video won’t be smooth.
● Ensure capture the shot under consistent light and prevent light exposure from changing on the object; otherwise, there will be inconsistency in the video.
● To make it easier, play the film in advance, as the more friends your video, the smoother the video will be.
Here are steps to make a stop motion video on Filmora:
Step 1 Place the camera steady and bring your object in the frame. Lightly move your things and capture the movement frame by frame.
Step 2 Download and start, or if you have already installed, run the Filmora program and choose a suitable frame rate in the project settings. After selecting the resolution, click on the file and go to the project setting.
Step 3 Now import the media file using the import option from the file menu and import the captured images.
Step 4 Adjust the menu’s preference or press the shortcut key Ctrl+Shift+, and a window will appear on your screen. Select the editing panel and change the photo duration between 0.2 to 0.5 seconds.
Step 5 Once done with all the settings and satisfied with the results, click on export and select your desired video format. Your video will be exported and saved in your library so you can share it with friends.
● Key Takeaways from This Episode →
● Get to know about what is stop motion puppets.
● Different examples of how dinosaur stop motion puppet or other puppet animation form works.
● The process to create your stop motion puppet and how Filmora will assist you in it.
The Art of Comics - Learn How to Do Funny Cartoon Drawings
The Art of Comics - Learn How to Do Funny Cartoon Drawings
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Whether you want to use a simple short video or an accessible online lesson, you will find everything that you need to learn how to create comic cartoon drawing on this website. This website article contains all the tutorials you need, ranging from your favorite wild animals, places, objects, farm animals, characters, vehicles, and food.
Do not forget that practicing is the key to success, so don’t hesitate to try several drawing lessons to help you improve your abilities. Start today to learn how to draw funny cartoons online at your own pace and comfort with this step-by-step tutorial.
In this article
01 [How to Draw Funny Cartoon Faces](#Part 1)
02 [How to Draw Your Own Cartoon Character](#Part 2)
Part 1 How to Draw Funny Cartoon Faces
Drawing funny faces in cartoons is very easy compared to other drawing styles or drawing complete parts of the comic. All that is need is practice and experiment with different combinations of shapes. This article will guide on how to draw funny cartoon faces of various types using six other steps:
Step 1: To begin, you need to first draw the face outline by drawing the following;
● Any Perfect type of round shape like a circle.
● Any pear shapes
● An upside-down triangle
● A quadrilateral like a trapezium, a square, or any of your choice
Step 2: To draw the nose in the middle of the face, draw somewhere any of the following;
● A round shape that is bulgy
● A U-shape
● A V-shape
● A small dash.
Step 3: Next is that you draw two round shapes for the eyes, and each of them should have a smaller round or dot (for the pupil), which is above the nose. This eye can be in the shape of any of the following;
● Two large circles
● An ovals
● A curvy “M,” like the one you can see in the “McDonalds” logo.
Step 4: You can draw the mouth just below the nose and draw any of the shapes from the list given below. In addition, to make the mouth funnier, you should then add teeth by either drawing a small square sticking out inside the mouth from the upper side, at the roof of the mouth, or a straight horizontal line which is across the mouth and several vertical lines used to form a grid having two rows and many columns.
● A U-shaped curve that is large
● A triangle like a right-angled one which is most preferred
● A circle or an oval shape
● A rectangle shapes
● A straight line shapes
Step 5: You can add any other “extra fittings” such as the ears (in cartoons, ears generally considered to be ‘extra’), wrinkles, collar, hat, hair, etc.
Step 6: Finally, your cartoon face drawing is ready! You can also add different colors to the picture with different funky shades to make it attractive.
Part 2 How to Draw Your Own Cartoon Character
Are you bored? Why not take up a pencil and draw your cartoon comic drawing character? Note that drawing will be a relief from boredom, and it also helps your creativity fly very high.
However, you can easily add some colors and designs or even animate your cartoon character using this free software known as Filmora. Wondershare Filmora Video Editor is the best software to make you cartoon your picture or animate your cartoon characters with tons of filters and effects and its keyframing feature, which allows this with ease.
For Win 7 or later (64-bit)
For macOS 10.12 or later
Read this article on how to draw the perfect cartoon character yourself:
Step 1: The first is to have an idea of what you want to draw, i.e., the picture you want to draw. You can pick any character to draw from your favorite website or WeeWorld.com.
● First, you draw the face but make sure you don’t add a nose but do a black outline.
● Next, you can draw the other features but make sure you don’t use colored pencils. Only use your main writing utensil.
● Then, remember to use your imagination to add the clothes and hairstyle.
● Finally, you can delete any unwanted lines and color with artist utensils, such as crayons, paintbrushes, colored pencils, etc. Also, remember that you can add some detail to your character to make it pop out and be beautiful.
Step 2: Now you have officially made your cartoon, how does it feel?
Step 3: Next, you want to go back and draw again, but this time, not an imitation.
Step 4: Pick up a new piece of paper to be used to draw another character. But this time, you need to change the features. You can decide to make the eyes bigger, neon skin, and maybe crazy hair. You can try clothes that you would love to wear, or ones you wish you could get. Also, try to change the size around to make the features look different and add a nose, and then you can finally color your creation.
Step 5: Now, you can compare the two drawings to notice the difference. You will realize that one is an imitation while the other is all you! Now, you can grab a new piece of notebook paper.
Step 6: Next is that you begin to jot down different ideas. For example, you may want to draw a cute little puppy or a cute baby. Sometimes you can decide that your cartoon could be about a talking apple or something different.
Step 7: Grab another piece of paper and draw any other character you can imagine. You can try using a Sharpie marker for the outline by carefully tracing the pencil. Then you can erase any stray marks on the piece of paper. Next, you can also use any writing utensils like markers, crayons, colored pencils, pastels, or even paint, as it also works well.
Step 8: You can grab your notebook sheet again and then jot down any idea of a comic series. Also, make a plot or funny lines that you could use or any other characters.
Step 9: Next, you fold the blank sheet of paper and make it into about four lines. And then you can draw your main character by just using a pencil first.
Step 10: You can then draw the other characters and all the basic outlines in the drawing.
Step 11: Next is that you can draw the furniture and background, such as trees or anything else, to beautify your drawing.
Step 12: You can go back and add details and outline with Sharpie or black marker and delete any stray marks. You can also color if wanted.
Step 13: Next is for you to add dialogue and actively work with your character drawing.
Step 14: Finally, and there you have it. Congratulation! You now have your perfect, awesome, beautiful, and YOUR cartoon.
● Ending Thoughts →
● This article explained all you need to know about learning how to do funny cartoon drawings very quickly. You can also use these methods to create funny cat cartoon drawings or any other drawing you want for cat lovers.
● However, you can decide to animate your graphic using the best software to carry it out quickly, i.e., Filmora.
Whether you want to use a simple short video or an accessible online lesson, you will find everything that you need to learn how to create comic cartoon drawing on this website. This website article contains all the tutorials you need, ranging from your favorite wild animals, places, objects, farm animals, characters, vehicles, and food.
Do not forget that practicing is the key to success, so don’t hesitate to try several drawing lessons to help you improve your abilities. Start today to learn how to draw funny cartoons online at your own pace and comfort with this step-by-step tutorial.
In this article
01 [How to Draw Funny Cartoon Faces](#Part 1)
02 [How to Draw Your Own Cartoon Character](#Part 2)
Part 1 How to Draw Funny Cartoon Faces
Drawing funny faces in cartoons is very easy compared to other drawing styles or drawing complete parts of the comic. All that is need is practice and experiment with different combinations of shapes. This article will guide on how to draw funny cartoon faces of various types using six other steps:
Step 1: To begin, you need to first draw the face outline by drawing the following;
● Any Perfect type of round shape like a circle.
● Any pear shapes
● An upside-down triangle
● A quadrilateral like a trapezium, a square, or any of your choice
Step 2: To draw the nose in the middle of the face, draw somewhere any of the following;
● A round shape that is bulgy
● A U-shape
● A V-shape
● A small dash.
Step 3: Next is that you draw two round shapes for the eyes, and each of them should have a smaller round or dot (for the pupil), which is above the nose. This eye can be in the shape of any of the following;
● Two large circles
● An ovals
● A curvy “M,” like the one you can see in the “McDonalds” logo.
Step 4: You can draw the mouth just below the nose and draw any of the shapes from the list given below. In addition, to make the mouth funnier, you should then add teeth by either drawing a small square sticking out inside the mouth from the upper side, at the roof of the mouth, or a straight horizontal line which is across the mouth and several vertical lines used to form a grid having two rows and many columns.
● A U-shaped curve that is large
● A triangle like a right-angled one which is most preferred
● A circle or an oval shape
● A rectangle shapes
● A straight line shapes
Step 5: You can add any other “extra fittings” such as the ears (in cartoons, ears generally considered to be ‘extra’), wrinkles, collar, hat, hair, etc.
Step 6: Finally, your cartoon face drawing is ready! You can also add different colors to the picture with different funky shades to make it attractive.
Part 2 How to Draw Your Own Cartoon Character
Are you bored? Why not take up a pencil and draw your cartoon comic drawing character? Note that drawing will be a relief from boredom, and it also helps your creativity fly very high.
However, you can easily add some colors and designs or even animate your cartoon character using this free software known as Filmora. Wondershare Filmora Video Editor is the best software to make you cartoon your picture or animate your cartoon characters with tons of filters and effects and its keyframing feature, which allows this with ease.
For Win 7 or later (64-bit)
For macOS 10.12 or later
Read this article on how to draw the perfect cartoon character yourself:
Step 1: The first is to have an idea of what you want to draw, i.e., the picture you want to draw. You can pick any character to draw from your favorite website or WeeWorld.com.
● First, you draw the face but make sure you don’t add a nose but do a black outline.
● Next, you can draw the other features but make sure you don’t use colored pencils. Only use your main writing utensil.
● Then, remember to use your imagination to add the clothes and hairstyle.
● Finally, you can delete any unwanted lines and color with artist utensils, such as crayons, paintbrushes, colored pencils, etc. Also, remember that you can add some detail to your character to make it pop out and be beautiful.
Step 2: Now you have officially made your cartoon, how does it feel?
Step 3: Next, you want to go back and draw again, but this time, not an imitation.
Step 4: Pick up a new piece of paper to be used to draw another character. But this time, you need to change the features. You can decide to make the eyes bigger, neon skin, and maybe crazy hair. You can try clothes that you would love to wear, or ones you wish you could get. Also, try to change the size around to make the features look different and add a nose, and then you can finally color your creation.
Step 5: Now, you can compare the two drawings to notice the difference. You will realize that one is an imitation while the other is all you! Now, you can grab a new piece of notebook paper.
Step 6: Next is that you begin to jot down different ideas. For example, you may want to draw a cute little puppy or a cute baby. Sometimes you can decide that your cartoon could be about a talking apple or something different.
Step 7: Grab another piece of paper and draw any other character you can imagine. You can try using a Sharpie marker for the outline by carefully tracing the pencil. Then you can erase any stray marks on the piece of paper. Next, you can also use any writing utensils like markers, crayons, colored pencils, pastels, or even paint, as it also works well.
Step 8: You can grab your notebook sheet again and then jot down any idea of a comic series. Also, make a plot or funny lines that you could use or any other characters.
Step 9: Next, you fold the blank sheet of paper and make it into about four lines. And then you can draw your main character by just using a pencil first.
Step 10: You can then draw the other characters and all the basic outlines in the drawing.
Step 11: Next is that you can draw the furniture and background, such as trees or anything else, to beautify your drawing.
Step 12: You can go back and add details and outline with Sharpie or black marker and delete any stray marks. You can also color if wanted.
Step 13: Next is for you to add dialogue and actively work with your character drawing.
Step 14: Finally, and there you have it. Congratulation! You now have your perfect, awesome, beautiful, and YOUR cartoon.
● Ending Thoughts →
● This article explained all you need to know about learning how to do funny cartoon drawings very quickly. You can also use these methods to create funny cat cartoon drawings or any other drawing you want for cat lovers.
● However, you can decide to animate your graphic using the best software to carry it out quickly, i.e., Filmora.
Whether you want to use a simple short video or an accessible online lesson, you will find everything that you need to learn how to create comic cartoon drawing on this website. This website article contains all the tutorials you need, ranging from your favorite wild animals, places, objects, farm animals, characters, vehicles, and food.
Do not forget that practicing is the key to success, so don’t hesitate to try several drawing lessons to help you improve your abilities. Start today to learn how to draw funny cartoons online at your own pace and comfort with this step-by-step tutorial.
In this article
01 [How to Draw Funny Cartoon Faces](#Part 1)
02 [How to Draw Your Own Cartoon Character](#Part 2)
Part 1 How to Draw Funny Cartoon Faces
Drawing funny faces in cartoons is very easy compared to other drawing styles or drawing complete parts of the comic. All that is need is practice and experiment with different combinations of shapes. This article will guide on how to draw funny cartoon faces of various types using six other steps:
Step 1: To begin, you need to first draw the face outline by drawing the following;
● Any Perfect type of round shape like a circle.
● Any pear shapes
● An upside-down triangle
● A quadrilateral like a trapezium, a square, or any of your choice
Step 2: To draw the nose in the middle of the face, draw somewhere any of the following;
● A round shape that is bulgy
● A U-shape
● A V-shape
● A small dash.
Step 3: Next is that you draw two round shapes for the eyes, and each of them should have a smaller round or dot (for the pupil), which is above the nose. This eye can be in the shape of any of the following;
● Two large circles
● An ovals
● A curvy “M,” like the one you can see in the “McDonalds” logo.
Step 4: You can draw the mouth just below the nose and draw any of the shapes from the list given below. In addition, to make the mouth funnier, you should then add teeth by either drawing a small square sticking out inside the mouth from the upper side, at the roof of the mouth, or a straight horizontal line which is across the mouth and several vertical lines used to form a grid having two rows and many columns.
● A U-shaped curve that is large
● A triangle like a right-angled one which is most preferred
● A circle or an oval shape
● A rectangle shapes
● A straight line shapes
Step 5: You can add any other “extra fittings” such as the ears (in cartoons, ears generally considered to be ‘extra’), wrinkles, collar, hat, hair, etc.
Step 6: Finally, your cartoon face drawing is ready! You can also add different colors to the picture with different funky shades to make it attractive.
Part 2 How to Draw Your Own Cartoon Character
Are you bored? Why not take up a pencil and draw your cartoon comic drawing character? Note that drawing will be a relief from boredom, and it also helps your creativity fly very high.
However, you can easily add some colors and designs or even animate your cartoon character using this free software known as Filmora. Wondershare Filmora Video Editor is the best software to make you cartoon your picture or animate your cartoon characters with tons of filters and effects and its keyframing feature, which allows this with ease.
For Win 7 or later (64-bit)
For macOS 10.12 or later
Read this article on how to draw the perfect cartoon character yourself:
Step 1: The first is to have an idea of what you want to draw, i.e., the picture you want to draw. You can pick any character to draw from your favorite website or WeeWorld.com.
● First, you draw the face but make sure you don’t add a nose but do a black outline.
● Next, you can draw the other features but make sure you don’t use colored pencils. Only use your main writing utensil.
● Then, remember to use your imagination to add the clothes and hairstyle.
● Finally, you can delete any unwanted lines and color with artist utensils, such as crayons, paintbrushes, colored pencils, etc. Also, remember that you can add some detail to your character to make it pop out and be beautiful.
Step 2: Now you have officially made your cartoon, how does it feel?
Step 3: Next, you want to go back and draw again, but this time, not an imitation.
Step 4: Pick up a new piece of paper to be used to draw another character. But this time, you need to change the features. You can decide to make the eyes bigger, neon skin, and maybe crazy hair. You can try clothes that you would love to wear, or ones you wish you could get. Also, try to change the size around to make the features look different and add a nose, and then you can finally color your creation.
Step 5: Now, you can compare the two drawings to notice the difference. You will realize that one is an imitation while the other is all you! Now, you can grab a new piece of notebook paper.
Step 6: Next is that you begin to jot down different ideas. For example, you may want to draw a cute little puppy or a cute baby. Sometimes you can decide that your cartoon could be about a talking apple or something different.
Step 7: Grab another piece of paper and draw any other character you can imagine. You can try using a Sharpie marker for the outline by carefully tracing the pencil. Then you can erase any stray marks on the piece of paper. Next, you can also use any writing utensils like markers, crayons, colored pencils, pastels, or even paint, as it also works well.
Step 8: You can grab your notebook sheet again and then jot down any idea of a comic series. Also, make a plot or funny lines that you could use or any other characters.
Step 9: Next, you fold the blank sheet of paper and make it into about four lines. And then you can draw your main character by just using a pencil first.
Step 10: You can then draw the other characters and all the basic outlines in the drawing.
Step 11: Next is that you can draw the furniture and background, such as trees or anything else, to beautify your drawing.
Step 12: You can go back and add details and outline with Sharpie or black marker and delete any stray marks. You can also color if wanted.
Step 13: Next is for you to add dialogue and actively work with your character drawing.
Step 14: Finally, and there you have it. Congratulation! You now have your perfect, awesome, beautiful, and YOUR cartoon.
● Ending Thoughts →
● This article explained all you need to know about learning how to do funny cartoon drawings very quickly. You can also use these methods to create funny cat cartoon drawings or any other drawing you want for cat lovers.
● However, you can decide to animate your graphic using the best software to carry it out quickly, i.e., Filmora.
Whether you want to use a simple short video or an accessible online lesson, you will find everything that you need to learn how to create comic cartoon drawing on this website. This website article contains all the tutorials you need, ranging from your favorite wild animals, places, objects, farm animals, characters, vehicles, and food.
Do not forget that practicing is the key to success, so don’t hesitate to try several drawing lessons to help you improve your abilities. Start today to learn how to draw funny cartoons online at your own pace and comfort with this step-by-step tutorial.
In this article
01 [How to Draw Funny Cartoon Faces](#Part 1)
02 [How to Draw Your Own Cartoon Character](#Part 2)
Part 1 How to Draw Funny Cartoon Faces
Drawing funny faces in cartoons is very easy compared to other drawing styles or drawing complete parts of the comic. All that is need is practice and experiment with different combinations of shapes. This article will guide on how to draw funny cartoon faces of various types using six other steps:
Step 1: To begin, you need to first draw the face outline by drawing the following;
● Any Perfect type of round shape like a circle.
● Any pear shapes
● An upside-down triangle
● A quadrilateral like a trapezium, a square, or any of your choice
Step 2: To draw the nose in the middle of the face, draw somewhere any of the following;
● A round shape that is bulgy
● A U-shape
● A V-shape
● A small dash.
Step 3: Next is that you draw two round shapes for the eyes, and each of them should have a smaller round or dot (for the pupil), which is above the nose. This eye can be in the shape of any of the following;
● Two large circles
● An ovals
● A curvy “M,” like the one you can see in the “McDonalds” logo.
Step 4: You can draw the mouth just below the nose and draw any of the shapes from the list given below. In addition, to make the mouth funnier, you should then add teeth by either drawing a small square sticking out inside the mouth from the upper side, at the roof of the mouth, or a straight horizontal line which is across the mouth and several vertical lines used to form a grid having two rows and many columns.
● A U-shaped curve that is large
● A triangle like a right-angled one which is most preferred
● A circle or an oval shape
● A rectangle shapes
● A straight line shapes
Step 5: You can add any other “extra fittings” such as the ears (in cartoons, ears generally considered to be ‘extra’), wrinkles, collar, hat, hair, etc.
Step 6: Finally, your cartoon face drawing is ready! You can also add different colors to the picture with different funky shades to make it attractive.
Part 2 How to Draw Your Own Cartoon Character
Are you bored? Why not take up a pencil and draw your cartoon comic drawing character? Note that drawing will be a relief from boredom, and it also helps your creativity fly very high.
However, you can easily add some colors and designs or even animate your cartoon character using this free software known as Filmora. Wondershare Filmora Video Editor is the best software to make you cartoon your picture or animate your cartoon characters with tons of filters and effects and its keyframing feature, which allows this with ease.
For Win 7 or later (64-bit)
For macOS 10.12 or later
Read this article on how to draw the perfect cartoon character yourself:
Step 1: The first is to have an idea of what you want to draw, i.e., the picture you want to draw. You can pick any character to draw from your favorite website or WeeWorld.com.
● First, you draw the face but make sure you don’t add a nose but do a black outline.
● Next, you can draw the other features but make sure you don’t use colored pencils. Only use your main writing utensil.
● Then, remember to use your imagination to add the clothes and hairstyle.
● Finally, you can delete any unwanted lines and color with artist utensils, such as crayons, paintbrushes, colored pencils, etc. Also, remember that you can add some detail to your character to make it pop out and be beautiful.
Step 2: Now you have officially made your cartoon, how does it feel?
Step 3: Next, you want to go back and draw again, but this time, not an imitation.
Step 4: Pick up a new piece of paper to be used to draw another character. But this time, you need to change the features. You can decide to make the eyes bigger, neon skin, and maybe crazy hair. You can try clothes that you would love to wear, or ones you wish you could get. Also, try to change the size around to make the features look different and add a nose, and then you can finally color your creation.
Step 5: Now, you can compare the two drawings to notice the difference. You will realize that one is an imitation while the other is all you! Now, you can grab a new piece of notebook paper.
Step 6: Next is that you begin to jot down different ideas. For example, you may want to draw a cute little puppy or a cute baby. Sometimes you can decide that your cartoon could be about a talking apple or something different.
Step 7: Grab another piece of paper and draw any other character you can imagine. You can try using a Sharpie marker for the outline by carefully tracing the pencil. Then you can erase any stray marks on the piece of paper. Next, you can also use any writing utensils like markers, crayons, colored pencils, pastels, or even paint, as it also works well.
Step 8: You can grab your notebook sheet again and then jot down any idea of a comic series. Also, make a plot or funny lines that you could use or any other characters.
Step 9: Next, you fold the blank sheet of paper and make it into about four lines. And then you can draw your main character by just using a pencil first.
Step 10: You can then draw the other characters and all the basic outlines in the drawing.
Step 11: Next is that you can draw the furniture and background, such as trees or anything else, to beautify your drawing.
Step 12: You can go back and add details and outline with Sharpie or black marker and delete any stray marks. You can also color if wanted.
Step 13: Next is for you to add dialogue and actively work with your character drawing.
Step 14: Finally, and there you have it. Congratulation! You now have your perfect, awesome, beautiful, and YOUR cartoon.
● Ending Thoughts →
● This article explained all you need to know about learning how to do funny cartoon drawings very quickly. You can also use these methods to create funny cat cartoon drawings or any other drawing you want for cat lovers.
● However, you can decide to animate your graphic using the best software to carry it out quickly, i.e., Filmora.
5 Photoshop Alternatives to Animate Your Logo
5 Photoshop Alternatives to Animate Logo
An easy yet powerful editor
Numerous effects to choose from
Detailed tutorials provided by the official channel
Photoshop offers everything that you can use to create a high-quality animated logo and use it to maximize your brand visibility.
How can you animate your logo in Photoshop? For people who are not familiar with the photo editing tool, it’s always a bit challenging to get started with logo animation.
In this article
01 [Why Do You Need a Gif Logo](#Part 1)
02 [A Step-by-step Guide to Logo Animation in Photoshop](#Part 2)
03 [Most Effective Tactics to Animate Logo with These 5 Photoshop Alternatives](#Part 3)
Part 1 Why Do You Need a Gif Logo
Now, before we start with the guide to animate your logo in Photoshop, let’s first understand how an animation logo can help your brand. The truth is an animated logo has the desired uniqueness factor that’ll help your brand establish a strong digital presence. An animated logo will also set you apart in the crowd, considering other companies will be using simple one-dimensional logos.
Not to mention, you can also use an animated logo in your promotional videos and apply visual effects to enhance the overall production quality of the videos. In a nutshell, there are endless possibilities of using animated logos - all you have to do is unleash your creativity and animate a logo without any hassle.
Part 2 A Step-by-step Guide to Logo Animation in Photoshop
So, now that you know the top reasons why it’s important to use an animated logo, let’s start with the step-by-step guide to animate your logo in Photoshop. It’s worth understanding that animating a logo in Photoshop is not a challenging process. However, it may take a few minutes for you to get the job done because the process is quite time-consuming.
Step 1Open Adobe Photoshop
Open Adobe Photoshop on your computer. Click “File > Scripts” and then tap “Load Files into Stack”.
Step 2Browse
On the next screen, click “Browse” and load all the JPEG files that you want to use to animate the logo.
Step 3Timeline
Wait for pictures to load into Photoshop’s timeline. Then, click “Windows” and select “Timeline” from the drop-down menu.
Step 4Make Frames from Layers
Select all the layers and tap the little “Animation” icon. Click “Make Frames from Layers” to proceed further.
Step 5Adjust the time span
Select all the frames to adjust the time span for the animation.
Step 6Select looping options
Click on “Select Looping Options” and specify the number of times you want the animation to play itself in the loop.
Step 7Final export
Your GIF animation is ready for the final export. Simply click “File>Save for Web” and then choose the final output format to export the logo in GIF format.
Part 3 Most Effective Tactics to Animate Logo with These 4 Photoshop Alternatives
Even though Photoshop is a great software to create animated logos, it’s no secret that its complex UI might seem overwhelming for some users. If that’s the case, you can look for Photoshop alternatives and use them to animate your logo online. Here we have shared five of the best alternatives to Photoshop that offer all the essential tools to animate a logo with fewer complications. All these tools have an intuitive interface and allow users to create animated logos within a few minutes.
These Photoshop alternatives include:
01 Figma
Figma is undoubtedly one of the best editing tools that you can use to animate your logos for free. Even though the tool isn’t as feature-loaded as Photoshop, it’s still one of the best Photoshop alternatives you can use to create animated logos. The tool offers a user-friendly interface where everything you need is right on your screen. Since there aren’t too many hidden menus, you’ll find it quite easier to animate your logos in Figma. There are pre-installed animation templates and transitions that you can customize to meet your business requirements and accelerate the entire designing process.
Key Features:
● Intuitive User Interface
● Support for Team Collaboration
● Can be used for UX/UI designing too
Pros
Dedicated free version for one-time users
Perfect for Novice Designers
Can be used within a professional organization for advanced editing
Cons
You will not get all the features with the free model
If you are looking to design animated logos with keyframes, Figma may not be the right choice for the job
02 Canva
Canva is another popular online editing tool that’s designed to help users fulfill different editing needs right on their browsers. Whether you want to create a banner for an event or an animated logo for your website, Canva will help you get the job done in every situation.
Being a web-based tool, Canva supports cross-platform compatibility, which means you can access it on any device you want. There are even dedicated iOS and Android apps for Canva that’ll allow you to edit logos right on your smartphone. Basically, if you want to animate your logos online free, Canva is the most suitable solution. You can also use Canva if you are looking for a long-term logo maker.
Key Features:
●Cross-Platform Compatibility
●Thousands of built-in templates with customization support
●The media library gets updated regularly
Pros
All the basic features are available in the free version
One-account to access Canva on any device you want
Ideal for one-time use as well
Cons
When it comes to customization, Canva has limited features
You won’t find advanced editing options like Photoshop
03 Luminar
Luminar is a paid editing tool that comes with built-in AI support for high-quality editing. Basically, its AI feature can automatically analyze the pictures and suggest you with the best animation templates accordingly. While many users are skeptical about the AI-support, stay assured that it’ll prove to be helpful in 80% of the situations. And, even if you don’t like the suggested templates, you can always go back to the media library and pick a template by yourself.
With AI coming into the picture, Luminar instantly speeds up the entire editing process. You won’t have to spend several hours browsing through the template options. Simply select one of the suggested templates and you’ll be able to initiate the editing process instantly.
Key Features:
●An extensive built-in media library
●Dedicated AI support for precise editing
●Edit your RAW images and add logos easily
Pros
Luminar is an ideal choice for long-time users
Available for both Windows and macOS
Apply templates to multiple images with one click
Cons
With $99 price tag, Luminar is certainly expensive
In the beginning, you may find the user interface a bit overwhelming
04 Fotor
Fotor is also an online editing tool that can be used to animate your logos online for free. Being a simple online editor, you can’t expect Fotor to offer advanced editing features like some of the other tools we have mentioned in the list.
However, stay assured that when it comes to animating logos, Fotor has everything you’ll need to get the job done. The web-based tool offers 100,000 templates that are designed for different industries. You can choose any of these templates, customize them, and create bespoke animated logos for your brand.
Key Features:
● Different templates to choose from
● Easy drag-&-drop compatibility
● Ideal for first-time as well as professional users
Pros
Available for free
Perfect for social media managers
Customizable templates
Cons
Lacks advanced editing support
The premium version doesn’t have too many useful features
Key Takeaways from This Episode
● Animate your logo in Photoshop and make it visually appealing with 5-easy steps
● If you want to integrate your animated logo into a video, you can use Wondershare Filmora Pro to get the job done within a few minutes
● If you are a beginner, you can also use web-based editing tools to animate your logo online for free.
Photoshop offers everything that you can use to create a high-quality animated logo and use it to maximize your brand visibility.
How can you animate your logo in Photoshop? For people who are not familiar with the photo editing tool, it’s always a bit challenging to get started with logo animation.
In this article
01 [Why Do You Need a Gif Logo](#Part 1)
02 [A Step-by-step Guide to Logo Animation in Photoshop](#Part 2)
03 [Most Effective Tactics to Animate Logo with These 5 Photoshop Alternatives](#Part 3)
Part 1 Why Do You Need a Gif Logo
Now, before we start with the guide to animate your logo in Photoshop, let’s first understand how an animation logo can help your brand. The truth is an animated logo has the desired uniqueness factor that’ll help your brand establish a strong digital presence. An animated logo will also set you apart in the crowd, considering other companies will be using simple one-dimensional logos.
Not to mention, you can also use an animated logo in your promotional videos and apply visual effects to enhance the overall production quality of the videos. In a nutshell, there are endless possibilities of using animated logos - all you have to do is unleash your creativity and animate a logo without any hassle.
Part 2 A Step-by-step Guide to Logo Animation in Photoshop
So, now that you know the top reasons why it’s important to use an animated logo, let’s start with the step-by-step guide to animate your logo in Photoshop. It’s worth understanding that animating a logo in Photoshop is not a challenging process. However, it may take a few minutes for you to get the job done because the process is quite time-consuming.
Step 1Open Adobe Photoshop
Open Adobe Photoshop on your computer. Click “File > Scripts” and then tap “Load Files into Stack”.
Step 2Browse
On the next screen, click “Browse” and load all the JPEG files that you want to use to animate the logo.
Step 3Timeline
Wait for pictures to load into Photoshop’s timeline. Then, click “Windows” and select “Timeline” from the drop-down menu.
Step 4Make Frames from Layers
Select all the layers and tap the little “Animation” icon. Click “Make Frames from Layers” to proceed further.
Step 5Adjust the time span
Select all the frames to adjust the time span for the animation.
Step 6Select looping options
Click on “Select Looping Options” and specify the number of times you want the animation to play itself in the loop.
Step 7Final export
Your GIF animation is ready for the final export. Simply click “File>Save for Web” and then choose the final output format to export the logo in GIF format.
Part 3 Most Effective Tactics to Animate Logo with These 4 Photoshop Alternatives
Even though Photoshop is a great software to create animated logos, it’s no secret that its complex UI might seem overwhelming for some users. If that’s the case, you can look for Photoshop alternatives and use them to animate your logo online. Here we have shared five of the best alternatives to Photoshop that offer all the essential tools to animate a logo with fewer complications. All these tools have an intuitive interface and allow users to create animated logos within a few minutes.
These Photoshop alternatives include:
01 Figma
Figma is undoubtedly one of the best editing tools that you can use to animate your logos for free. Even though the tool isn’t as feature-loaded as Photoshop, it’s still one of the best Photoshop alternatives you can use to create animated logos. The tool offers a user-friendly interface where everything you need is right on your screen. Since there aren’t too many hidden menus, you’ll find it quite easier to animate your logos in Figma. There are pre-installed animation templates and transitions that you can customize to meet your business requirements and accelerate the entire designing process.
Key Features:
● Intuitive User Interface
● Support for Team Collaboration
● Can be used for UX/UI designing too
Pros
Dedicated free version for one-time users
Perfect for Novice Designers
Can be used within a professional organization for advanced editing
Cons
You will not get all the features with the free model
If you are looking to design animated logos with keyframes, Figma may not be the right choice for the job
02 Canva
Canva is another popular online editing tool that’s designed to help users fulfill different editing needs right on their browsers. Whether you want to create a banner for an event or an animated logo for your website, Canva will help you get the job done in every situation.
Being a web-based tool, Canva supports cross-platform compatibility, which means you can access it on any device you want. There are even dedicated iOS and Android apps for Canva that’ll allow you to edit logos right on your smartphone. Basically, if you want to animate your logos online free, Canva is the most suitable solution. You can also use Canva if you are looking for a long-term logo maker.
Key Features:
●Cross-Platform Compatibility
●Thousands of built-in templates with customization support
●The media library gets updated regularly
Pros
All the basic features are available in the free version
One-account to access Canva on any device you want
Ideal for one-time use as well
Cons
When it comes to customization, Canva has limited features
You won’t find advanced editing options like Photoshop
03 Luminar
Luminar is a paid editing tool that comes with built-in AI support for high-quality editing. Basically, its AI feature can automatically analyze the pictures and suggest you with the best animation templates accordingly. While many users are skeptical about the AI-support, stay assured that it’ll prove to be helpful in 80% of the situations. And, even if you don’t like the suggested templates, you can always go back to the media library and pick a template by yourself.
With AI coming into the picture, Luminar instantly speeds up the entire editing process. You won’t have to spend several hours browsing through the template options. Simply select one of the suggested templates and you’ll be able to initiate the editing process instantly.
Key Features:
●An extensive built-in media library
●Dedicated AI support for precise editing
●Edit your RAW images and add logos easily
Pros
Luminar is an ideal choice for long-time users
Available for both Windows and macOS
Apply templates to multiple images with one click
Cons
With $99 price tag, Luminar is certainly expensive
In the beginning, you may find the user interface a bit overwhelming
04 Fotor
Fotor is also an online editing tool that can be used to animate your logos online for free. Being a simple online editor, you can’t expect Fotor to offer advanced editing features like some of the other tools we have mentioned in the list.
However, stay assured that when it comes to animating logos, Fotor has everything you’ll need to get the job done. The web-based tool offers 100,000 templates that are designed for different industries. You can choose any of these templates, customize them, and create bespoke animated logos for your brand.
Key Features:
● Different templates to choose from
● Easy drag-&-drop compatibility
● Ideal for first-time as well as professional users
Pros
Available for free
Perfect for social media managers
Customizable templates
Cons
Lacks advanced editing support
The premium version doesn’t have too many useful features
Key Takeaways from This Episode
● Animate your logo in Photoshop and make it visually appealing with 5-easy steps
● If you want to integrate your animated logo into a video, you can use Wondershare Filmora Pro to get the job done within a few minutes
● If you are a beginner, you can also use web-based editing tools to animate your logo online for free.
Photoshop offers everything that you can use to create a high-quality animated logo and use it to maximize your brand visibility.
How can you animate your logo in Photoshop? For people who are not familiar with the photo editing tool, it’s always a bit challenging to get started with logo animation.
In this article
01 [Why Do You Need a Gif Logo](#Part 1)
02 [A Step-by-step Guide to Logo Animation in Photoshop](#Part 2)
03 [Most Effective Tactics to Animate Logo with These 5 Photoshop Alternatives](#Part 3)
Part 1 Why Do You Need a Gif Logo
Now, before we start with the guide to animate your logo in Photoshop, let’s first understand how an animation logo can help your brand. The truth is an animated logo has the desired uniqueness factor that’ll help your brand establish a strong digital presence. An animated logo will also set you apart in the crowd, considering other companies will be using simple one-dimensional logos.
Not to mention, you can also use an animated logo in your promotional videos and apply visual effects to enhance the overall production quality of the videos. In a nutshell, there are endless possibilities of using animated logos - all you have to do is unleash your creativity and animate a logo without any hassle.
Part 2 A Step-by-step Guide to Logo Animation in Photoshop
So, now that you know the top reasons why it’s important to use an animated logo, let’s start with the step-by-step guide to animate your logo in Photoshop. It’s worth understanding that animating a logo in Photoshop is not a challenging process. However, it may take a few minutes for you to get the job done because the process is quite time-consuming.
Step 1Open Adobe Photoshop
Open Adobe Photoshop on your computer. Click “File > Scripts” and then tap “Load Files into Stack”.
Step 2Browse
On the next screen, click “Browse” and load all the JPEG files that you want to use to animate the logo.
Step 3Timeline
Wait for pictures to load into Photoshop’s timeline. Then, click “Windows” and select “Timeline” from the drop-down menu.
Step 4Make Frames from Layers
Select all the layers and tap the little “Animation” icon. Click “Make Frames from Layers” to proceed further.
Step 5Adjust the time span
Select all the frames to adjust the time span for the animation.
Step 6Select looping options
Click on “Select Looping Options” and specify the number of times you want the animation to play itself in the loop.
Step 7Final export
Your GIF animation is ready for the final export. Simply click “File>Save for Web” and then choose the final output format to export the logo in GIF format.
Part 3 Most Effective Tactics to Animate Logo with These 4 Photoshop Alternatives
Even though Photoshop is a great software to create animated logos, it’s no secret that its complex UI might seem overwhelming for some users. If that’s the case, you can look for Photoshop alternatives and use them to animate your logo online. Here we have shared five of the best alternatives to Photoshop that offer all the essential tools to animate a logo with fewer complications. All these tools have an intuitive interface and allow users to create animated logos within a few minutes.
These Photoshop alternatives include:
01 Figma
Figma is undoubtedly one of the best editing tools that you can use to animate your logos for free. Even though the tool isn’t as feature-loaded as Photoshop, it’s still one of the best Photoshop alternatives you can use to create animated logos. The tool offers a user-friendly interface where everything you need is right on your screen. Since there aren’t too many hidden menus, you’ll find it quite easier to animate your logos in Figma. There are pre-installed animation templates and transitions that you can customize to meet your business requirements and accelerate the entire designing process.
Key Features:
● Intuitive User Interface
● Support for Team Collaboration
● Can be used for UX/UI designing too
Pros
Dedicated free version for one-time users
Perfect for Novice Designers
Can be used within a professional organization for advanced editing
Cons
You will not get all the features with the free model
If you are looking to design animated logos with keyframes, Figma may not be the right choice for the job
02 Canva
Canva is another popular online editing tool that’s designed to help users fulfill different editing needs right on their browsers. Whether you want to create a banner for an event or an animated logo for your website, Canva will help you get the job done in every situation.
Being a web-based tool, Canva supports cross-platform compatibility, which means you can access it on any device you want. There are even dedicated iOS and Android apps for Canva that’ll allow you to edit logos right on your smartphone. Basically, if you want to animate your logos online free, Canva is the most suitable solution. You can also use Canva if you are looking for a long-term logo maker.
Key Features:
●Cross-Platform Compatibility
●Thousands of built-in templates with customization support
●The media library gets updated regularly
Pros
All the basic features are available in the free version
One-account to access Canva on any device you want
Ideal for one-time use as well
Cons
When it comes to customization, Canva has limited features
You won’t find advanced editing options like Photoshop
03 Luminar
Luminar is a paid editing tool that comes with built-in AI support for high-quality editing. Basically, its AI feature can automatically analyze the pictures and suggest you with the best animation templates accordingly. While many users are skeptical about the AI-support, stay assured that it’ll prove to be helpful in 80% of the situations. And, even if you don’t like the suggested templates, you can always go back to the media library and pick a template by yourself.
With AI coming into the picture, Luminar instantly speeds up the entire editing process. You won’t have to spend several hours browsing through the template options. Simply select one of the suggested templates and you’ll be able to initiate the editing process instantly.
Key Features:
●An extensive built-in media library
●Dedicated AI support for precise editing
●Edit your RAW images and add logos easily
Pros
Luminar is an ideal choice for long-time users
Available for both Windows and macOS
Apply templates to multiple images with one click
Cons
With $99 price tag, Luminar is certainly expensive
In the beginning, you may find the user interface a bit overwhelming
04 Fotor
Fotor is also an online editing tool that can be used to animate your logos online for free. Being a simple online editor, you can’t expect Fotor to offer advanced editing features like some of the other tools we have mentioned in the list.
However, stay assured that when it comes to animating logos, Fotor has everything you’ll need to get the job done. The web-based tool offers 100,000 templates that are designed for different industries. You can choose any of these templates, customize them, and create bespoke animated logos for your brand.
Key Features:
● Different templates to choose from
● Easy drag-&-drop compatibility
● Ideal for first-time as well as professional users
Pros
Available for free
Perfect for social media managers
Customizable templates
Cons
Lacks advanced editing support
The premium version doesn’t have too many useful features
Key Takeaways from This Episode
● Animate your logo in Photoshop and make it visually appealing with 5-easy steps
● If you want to integrate your animated logo into a video, you can use Wondershare Filmora Pro to get the job done within a few minutes
● If you are a beginner, you can also use web-based editing tools to animate your logo online for free.
Photoshop offers everything that you can use to create a high-quality animated logo and use it to maximize your brand visibility.
How can you animate your logo in Photoshop? For people who are not familiar with the photo editing tool, it’s always a bit challenging to get started with logo animation.
In this article
01 [Why Do You Need a Gif Logo](#Part 1)
02 [A Step-by-step Guide to Logo Animation in Photoshop](#Part 2)
03 [Most Effective Tactics to Animate Logo with These 5 Photoshop Alternatives](#Part 3)
Part 1 Why Do You Need a Gif Logo
Now, before we start with the guide to animate your logo in Photoshop, let’s first understand how an animation logo can help your brand. The truth is an animated logo has the desired uniqueness factor that’ll help your brand establish a strong digital presence. An animated logo will also set you apart in the crowd, considering other companies will be using simple one-dimensional logos.
Not to mention, you can also use an animated logo in your promotional videos and apply visual effects to enhance the overall production quality of the videos. In a nutshell, there are endless possibilities of using animated logos - all you have to do is unleash your creativity and animate a logo without any hassle.
Part 2 A Step-by-step Guide to Logo Animation in Photoshop
So, now that you know the top reasons why it’s important to use an animated logo, let’s start with the step-by-step guide to animate your logo in Photoshop. It’s worth understanding that animating a logo in Photoshop is not a challenging process. However, it may take a few minutes for you to get the job done because the process is quite time-consuming.
Step 1Open Adobe Photoshop
Open Adobe Photoshop on your computer. Click “File > Scripts” and then tap “Load Files into Stack”.
Step 2Browse
On the next screen, click “Browse” and load all the JPEG files that you want to use to animate the logo.
Step 3Timeline
Wait for pictures to load into Photoshop’s timeline. Then, click “Windows” and select “Timeline” from the drop-down menu.
Step 4Make Frames from Layers
Select all the layers and tap the little “Animation” icon. Click “Make Frames from Layers” to proceed further.
Step 5Adjust the time span
Select all the frames to adjust the time span for the animation.
Step 6Select looping options
Click on “Select Looping Options” and specify the number of times you want the animation to play itself in the loop.
Step 7Final export
Your GIF animation is ready for the final export. Simply click “File>Save for Web” and then choose the final output format to export the logo in GIF format.
Part 3 Most Effective Tactics to Animate Logo with These 4 Photoshop Alternatives
Even though Photoshop is a great software to create animated logos, it’s no secret that its complex UI might seem overwhelming for some users. If that’s the case, you can look for Photoshop alternatives and use them to animate your logo online. Here we have shared five of the best alternatives to Photoshop that offer all the essential tools to animate a logo with fewer complications. All these tools have an intuitive interface and allow users to create animated logos within a few minutes.
These Photoshop alternatives include:
01 Figma
Figma is undoubtedly one of the best editing tools that you can use to animate your logos for free. Even though the tool isn’t as feature-loaded as Photoshop, it’s still one of the best Photoshop alternatives you can use to create animated logos. The tool offers a user-friendly interface where everything you need is right on your screen. Since there aren’t too many hidden menus, you’ll find it quite easier to animate your logos in Figma. There are pre-installed animation templates and transitions that you can customize to meet your business requirements and accelerate the entire designing process.
Key Features:
● Intuitive User Interface
● Support for Team Collaboration
● Can be used for UX/UI designing too
Pros
Dedicated free version for one-time users
Perfect for Novice Designers
Can be used within a professional organization for advanced editing
Cons
You will not get all the features with the free model
If you are looking to design animated logos with keyframes, Figma may not be the right choice for the job
02 Canva
Canva is another popular online editing tool that’s designed to help users fulfill different editing needs right on their browsers. Whether you want to create a banner for an event or an animated logo for your website, Canva will help you get the job done in every situation.
Being a web-based tool, Canva supports cross-platform compatibility, which means you can access it on any device you want. There are even dedicated iOS and Android apps for Canva that’ll allow you to edit logos right on your smartphone. Basically, if you want to animate your logos online free, Canva is the most suitable solution. You can also use Canva if you are looking for a long-term logo maker.
Key Features:
●Cross-Platform Compatibility
●Thousands of built-in templates with customization support
●The media library gets updated regularly
Pros
All the basic features are available in the free version
One-account to access Canva on any device you want
Ideal for one-time use as well
Cons
When it comes to customization, Canva has limited features
You won’t find advanced editing options like Photoshop
03 Luminar
Luminar is a paid editing tool that comes with built-in AI support for high-quality editing. Basically, its AI feature can automatically analyze the pictures and suggest you with the best animation templates accordingly. While many users are skeptical about the AI-support, stay assured that it’ll prove to be helpful in 80% of the situations. And, even if you don’t like the suggested templates, you can always go back to the media library and pick a template by yourself.
With AI coming into the picture, Luminar instantly speeds up the entire editing process. You won’t have to spend several hours browsing through the template options. Simply select one of the suggested templates and you’ll be able to initiate the editing process instantly.
Key Features:
●An extensive built-in media library
●Dedicated AI support for precise editing
●Edit your RAW images and add logos easily
Pros
Luminar is an ideal choice for long-time users
Available for both Windows and macOS
Apply templates to multiple images with one click
Cons
With $99 price tag, Luminar is certainly expensive
In the beginning, you may find the user interface a bit overwhelming
04 Fotor
Fotor is also an online editing tool that can be used to animate your logos online for free. Being a simple online editor, you can’t expect Fotor to offer advanced editing features like some of the other tools we have mentioned in the list.
However, stay assured that when it comes to animating logos, Fotor has everything you’ll need to get the job done. The web-based tool offers 100,000 templates that are designed for different industries. You can choose any of these templates, customize them, and create bespoke animated logos for your brand.
Key Features:
● Different templates to choose from
● Easy drag-&-drop compatibility
● Ideal for first-time as well as professional users
Pros
Available for free
Perfect for social media managers
Customizable templates
Cons
Lacks advanced editing support
The premium version doesn’t have too many useful features
Key Takeaways from This Episode
● Animate your logo in Photoshop and make it visually appealing with 5-easy steps
● If you want to integrate your animated logo into a video, you can use Wondershare Filmora Pro to get the job done within a few minutes
● If you are a beginner, you can also use web-based editing tools to animate your logo online for free.
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- Title: 2024 Approved Techniques on How to Make After Effects 2D Animation
- Author: Elon
- Created at : 2024-05-19 03:05:02
- Updated at : 2024-05-20 03:05:02
- Link: https://animation-videos.techidaily.com/2024-approved-techniques-on-how-to-make-after-effects-2d-animation/
- License: This work is licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0.
