You want a tutorial? We have a tutorial. Hit like and then go watch it! You just wanna groove to the beat? Go for it, (but still hit like first, please)! https://youtu.be/c8udlcu1XFo

Here's a quick look at a very cool tool for adding that grungy look from early, retro video switchers. For a very fun tutorial on recreating the titles from Better Call Saul in After Effects using Universe AV Club, check out this tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0BLKBEveFzA

With 3D Stroke, you can animate more than just abstract paths. Your logo, message, and more can be drawn, twisted, duplicated, and spread into 3D space. Then, use other Red Giant tools like Optical Glow, Magic Bullet Looks, and Universe Misfire to stylize the result further.

#TipTuesday | Wait for it... there's a hidden trick! A secret of Colorista's Guided Color Correction that can help get even more correct-ness into your workflow is you can use it WITH camera LUTs. Faster balancing, more accurate color, stronger start for the grade - right on your editing timeline.

Before you spend money on another After Effects plugin, read this! A detailed breakdown of the best AE plugins - including honest pros/cons - plus where each tool fits in a real workflow. Trapcode, Mocha Pro, Element 3D, Duik, Sapphire, Deep Glow, Newton, and more. https://maxonvfx.com/4zKxwPM

Best After Effects Plugins (2026): The Tools Pros Actually Use,…

Across particles, color, tracking, rigging, and workflow, we objectively cover this year’s must-use AE plugins, including why and when you want them.

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Fly into the cosmos with retro artifacts with Universe AV Club and Trapcode Particular.

Motion graphics, VFX, workflows, artist demos, and the latest Red Giant tools - all happening at #IBC2026. 🔥 🎟 Use code IBC5151 for a free visitor pass Hang out with us in Amsterdam! Register for the meetup and get more info: https://maxonvfx.com/4qxCYS8

Infinite possibilities, under your control. With Colorista, editors can go beyond correction and build rich, stylized cinematic looks right inside the timeline with fast, intuitive controls designed for creative workflows. (Each of these looks was made with only one instance of Colorista, no LUTs.)

#TipTuesday | Michael shares some tips for getting seamless looping by creating an abstract tunnel animation using Tao.

Trapcode Particular became famous for the glow-y dots and trails look. (And for how easy, yet powerful it is.) But don't forget, you can use it for bugs, birds, smoke, random abstract shapes, and much, much more!

You can use Finisher to add some POP to your footage or to just tweak it a little at the last-minute, right in your NLE. Finisher is available with a Red Giant or Universe subscription in DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Premiere, After Effects, Avid Media Composer, Autograph, Final Cut, and Apple Motion

Abstract tunnels are the lava lamps of motion design, and we've been staring at this one for, like, 30 minutes already. Created with Tao, Optical Glow, and Chromatic Displacement.

Have you tried the new lenses yet? 🔬 The latest update to Real Lens Flares has new, zoomable lenses and bunch of new presets and lens prescriptions to add realistic OOMPH to your motion graphics or VFX shots.

#TipTuesday | Get unique stylization very easily with a hidden trick in Universe Compound Blur. You can blur individual channels, including Hue, Saturation, and Lightness! This unlocks some very interesting looks, right in your NLE.

あなたのために。 Don't miss Autograph's latest update! New Edge Smoother modifier for working with aliased line art in anime studio workflows Vertical text support New warp method in the Vector Blur modifier for better motion blur. New features video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rn8GOBhFLJs

You asked for it. We made it! Tutorials for Responsive Design in Autograph are now available for you to POWER UP your broadcast graphics and social media packages all in one. 📈 https://maxonvfx.com/4qdTgze

New Autograph release today! Vertical text support, Edge Smoother modifier for anime studio workflows, and a new Vector Blur algorithm. Learn more about it at https://youtu.be/rn8GOBhFLJs

#TipTuesday | Avoid this mistake in Trapcode Particular. When emitting particles from a word or logo, it's easy to fall into this trap (code) where you need a second layer to even see it. Michael shows an easy way to make your logo visible again. Full, bonus tutorial: https://maxonvfx.com/3S2nNTW

🔈🔉🔊 Sound up for lo-fi vibes! (Made with Red Giant Universe Chromatown, Optical Glow, Renoiser, and Universe Analog.)

You asked (a lot) and it's here: With the latest update, it's MUCH faster to apply, reset, or delete Trapcode Particular! Learn about how it works with this tutorial: https://maxonvfx.com/4gOjC8r

#TipTuesday | More control for your particles! Michael shows a few lesser-known features in Trapcode Particular, building on last week's tip. Art direct when child particles emit from the parents with emission over life and emission percentage in this quick tutorial.

Check out this zooooooooooom! 💖 If you like realistic lens flares, you'll love our latest update! Check out the tutorial as Max walks you through all of the new features so you can use them to elevate your next VFX or mograph project. ▶️ https://maxonvfx.com/4vPiAwJ

We'd be too busy watching the bubbles to watch the clock. 🫧 So swirly!

"I’m a beginner when it comes to color grading and VFX.” - filmmaker Karen Lum shares a perspective a lot of creators can relate to. At SIGGRAPH, Karen talks about using Magic Bullet Looks to explore professional color treatments, customize them, and reverse engineering the pre-built looks.

Right in your NLE? Animated numbers? ...Easily? YES❗ (Works in After Effects too) Full tutorial and more info: https://maxonvfx.com/4bR9Kax

#TipTuesday | Learn an under-utilized feature of Trapcode Particular to take control of your particles for some very cool effects. Velocity Over Life is a vital tool for controlling your particle simulations. In this quick tip tutorial, see how to create this gorgeous result.

Take a beat to see how artist and filmmaker Karen Lum uses Magic Bullet Looks and Cosmo to help tell her life story at SIGGRAPH. She doesn't just talk about the tools, but also how they support experimentation, storytelling, and creative identity.

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📢 New update for Trapcode Particular makes it faster for everyone! Learn more in the full tutorial: https://maxonvfx.com/4gOjC8r

📢 New release today! 🔦 Real Lens Flares now supports zoom lenses, aspherical lens elements, and has 44 new presets! Learn more in the full tutorial from Max: https://maxonvfx.com/4vPiAwJ