Organic particles and Cell Shading with Particular
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Learn to make an animation with an organic look close to the Cell-Shading with Particular 2.

In this After Effects video tutorial devoted to Trapcode Particular 2, we will learn how to make an animation with an organic look close to the Cell-Shading (cartoon effect).
- Creating a particle rig using expressions and a null object
- Implementation of random emission parameters (no keyframes used)
- Use of auxiliary particles on Particular, with the new options in version 2
- Establishment of a light setup and adjustment of shading on ??the particles
- Color Grading and Cell-Shading effect through a succession of standard effects
- Improving the quality of the image generated, with downsize
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I am the Founder of Mattrunks.
I work as Creative Director and Motion Designer in my studio. I also create video tutorials to share my passion of motion.