Motion for Mac OS X (Visual QuickStart Guide)

Offering never-before-seen features like the ability to preview multiple HD videos in real time and Behaviors-based animations plus a price hundreds of dollars below its big-name competitor, Apple's brand-new Motion software is one tool you won't want to live without. This task-based guide delivers all the practical, fun, visual instructions you need to start taking advantage of it immediately. In typical to-the-point Visual QuickStart style, this volume shows you how to start using Motion's many exciting features immediately to create jaw-dropping effects of your own. In short order, you'll learn how to create multilayer composites, stylized title animation, DVD motion menus, and more. You'll also learn about particle dynamics and Behaviors as well how to create dozens of effects using Motion's filters and transformations. If you create motion graphics for film, TV, video, or DVDs--as a filmmaker, designer, DVD producer, or anyone else involved with video-you'll want this guide!