1) Select Source Material
Use the same video from the Final Preview section as the source material.
Final Preview
Disclaimer: This video is for academic purposes only.
Step-by-Step Pipeline
2) Clip and Prepare
Split footage into short segments to make detailed tracing manageable.
3) Build Composition
Import clips in After Effects and set up compositions for each sequence.
4) Trace Per Frame
Use masks and tools to isolate forms and track shape changes over time.
5) Color and Layer
Apply fill effects and color hierarchy to define the visual style.
6) Render Output
Queue final composition and export the project in your selected format.
Weekly Progress
Week 1
Started tracing workflow and established the core visual direction.
Week 2
Improved timing and consistency in frame-to-frame tracing.
Week 3
Expanded layering and cleanup for smoother motion output.
Week 4
Refined colors and polished final compositing quality.
Week 5
Final pass and delivery stage.
Week 6
Project completion and final renders.