[ This is an excerpt from a recent on-line webinar: “Working with Still Images in Apple Final Cut Pro” which is available as a download in our store, or as part of our Video Training Library. ]
EXCERPT DESCRIPTION
Still photographs, slides and digital images are a common component in many video projects. From digital photos to maps to old photos, editors often need to bring still images to life. In this short video tutorial, Larry Jordan shows how to use keyframes inside Apple Final Cut Pro to animate still images using straight lines and curves.
Use Keyframes to Animate Still Images in Apple Final Cut Pro
TRT: 6:52 — MPEG-4 HD movie
SESSION DESCRIPTION
Still photographs, slides and digital images are a common component in many video projects. From digital photos to maps to old photos, editors often need to bring still images to life.
In this session, Larry Jordan starts at the beginning with an old print photo. Then, step-by-step, he takes you through the entire process from scanning to prepping images, improving resolution, then animating them in Final Cut Pro and Apple Motion. Specific topics include:
Whether you are new to scanning or an old hand with still images, Larry’s tips and workflow will help make all your images look better.
AUDIENCE LEVEL
This is an intermediate-level session. Some knowledge of Final Cut Pro will be helpful in understanding this material.