Tip: you can use Livetype Effects on video & objects. at DVinfo.net

Mick Isdes · March 25th, 2005, 09:33 AM

Did you know that you can use "Type Effects" on Jpeg,PSD, & video?
It's true and has opened up a new world of possibles for me.

For example in Livetype you can go to: File>Place
and bring in whatever file you in to Livetype ( I created some basic objects in Photoshop) I was able to give simple life to them by using the text objects i.e. "Rotate y axis"
I then brought in a simple JPEG and had it "fly in" added a drop shadow etc. and put a "T.V. off" on the way out. I had to duplicate the "effect" a couple of times to stretch it out along the tracks timeline.
and for the actual text I think I used "Sci-Fi"
I think if you lay a slug in the background you can also do this with video clips. I feel in some ways it's more exciting than Motion but you don't have as much control.
Also if you use this short cut "apple,shift,O" it will bring up a great and simple templates page.

I made a simple example that's 5 seconds. You will need QT to watch it.

http://www.idvfilms.com/fly_away.html

Dave Perry · March 25th, 2005, 02:17 PM

Good tip Mick. I've been discovering the power of LiveType as well, since I can't use Motion on my Mac Mini.

I will definitely try your suggestion.

Check out some of my experiments.

Mick Isdes · March 25th, 2005, 06:49 PM

Dave,
looking good! I checked out the sites and the movie site. There are some great shots on that page. Being a musician and a camera jockey I know the talent it takes to pull off the shot in a club under those low light conditions.
The Livetype came across as an accident and I couldn't be more excited about using it to the fullest. I'm glad someone can else can find the same pleasure in it.
Good Luck,
Mick

March 25th, 2005, 09:33 AM	#1
Mick Isdes Regular Crew Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: HI Posts: 93	Tip: you can use Livetype Effects on video & objects. Did you know that you can use "Type Effects" on Jpeg,PSD, & video? It's true and has opened up a new world of possibles for me. For example in Livetype you can go to: File>Place and bring in whatever file you in to Livetype ( I created some basic objects in Photoshop) I was able to give simple life to them by using the text objects i.e. "Rotate y axis" I then brought in a simple JPEG and had it "fly in" added a drop shadow etc. and put a "T.V. off" on the way out. I had to duplicate the "effect" a couple of times to stretch it out along the tracks timeline. and for the actual text I think I used "Sci-Fi" I think if you lay a slug in the background you can also do this with video clips. I feel in some ways it's more exciting than Motion but you don't have as much control. Also if you use this short cut "apple,shift,O" it will bring up a great and simple templates page. I made a simple example that's 5 seconds. You will need QT to watch it. http://www.idvfilms.com/fly_away.html __________________ _________ Mick

March 25th, 2005, 02:17 PM	#2
Dave Perry Major Player Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Roanoke, VA Posts: 796	Good tip Mick. I've been discovering the power of LiveType as well, since I can't use Motion on my Mac Mini. I will definitely try your suggestion. Check out some of my experiments. __________________ Dave Perry Cinematographer LLC Director of Photography • Editor • Digital Film Production • 540.915.2752 • daveperry.net

March 25th, 2005, 06:49 PM	#3
Mick Isdes Regular Crew Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: HI Posts: 93	Dave, looking good! I checked out the sites and the movie site. There are some great shots on that page. Being a musician and a camera jockey I know the talent it takes to pull off the shot in a club under those low light conditions. The Livetype came across as an accident and I couldn't be more excited about using it to the fullest. I'm glad someone can else can find the same pleasure in it. Good Luck, Mick __________________ _________ Mick