This month we get to talk with Brian Maffitt of Total Training. Brian created a fantastic animated opening for his Adobe CS5 training DVDs using the Zaxwerks 3D Reflector plug-in. In this interview he talks about the decisions he made when working out the design and why he did it all in After Effects and not a 3D program.

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There are two kinds of virtual set work. One is where the set and camera are connected through motion control and requires all kinds of expensive equipment. The other is where you shoot the talent green screen with a locked down camera. Then you put the talent into a 3D set using compositing tricks. This second method can be done on a shoestring budget and looks every bit as good as the expensive method. Knowing this technique might be the key to your next job.

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