Unlock the Power of Kinetic Typography in DaVinci Resolve: Breakdown Tutorial

Summary

The video demonstrates how to create a stylized text animation in Fusion using basic nodes like Background, Merge, Transform, Cylinder, Renderer 3D and Glow. It starts with a gradient background mask, adds merged text layers with a subtle production text, transforms copies of a strap image into a cylindrical shape for a 3D look, composes rendered elements back in 2D, and applies glow. Simple graphics are also added for visual interest.

Takeaways

• 😀 Created text with background, rectangle mask and gradients
• 👍🏻 Added merge node and duplicate background
• ✨ Added text with basic settings
• 🌟 Transformed text size and color
• ⭐️ Created 3D straps using duplicated masked shape
• 💫 Added camera and played with values
• 🔥 Rendered in 3D then brought to 2D
• 🌠 Added second background and glow effect
• 🚀 Created randomly by playing with settings
• 🌌 Will cover warning straps text in next video

Q & A

What basic nodes and techniques were used to create the text effect in the video?

The main nodes and techniques used were a Background node with a Rectangle mask, a Merge node, Text nodes with basic styling, a Transform node to scale text, a Duplicate node with injected animation, a Shape node to create the straps, and a Glow node for additional flair.

What was the purpose of adding the duplicated background and rectangle mask?

The duplicated background and rectangle mask were added to create graphic line elements and add more visual interest to the design.

How were the moving straps created?

The moving straps were created by duplicating the masked rectangle, mapping it onto a cylinder Shape node, adding injected animation like jitter and rotation, and rendering it in 3D.

Why is there an additional background node merged after the 3D render?

The additional background node fills in the alpha channel after rendering the 3D straps, allowing the straps to composite properly with the other elements.

What simple changes are suggested to make the text more customizable?

The suggested changes are to add more graphic elements, replace the placeholder 'production' text, and experiment with the colors and positioning of elements.

What is the purpose of keyframing rotation and other parameters on the duplicate node?

Keyframing those parameters adds animated randomness and variance over time to the movement of the straps.

How are the 3D elements integrated into the 2D composite?

The 3D shapes are rendered out, then their 2D representations are merged together with other 2D graphic elements in the composite.

Why use a Glow node at the end?

The Glow node adds a visible aura around the text edges, making the text appear more vibrant and prominent.

What fundamental concepts are demonstrated in this text animation?

Fundamental concepts demonstrated include layering imagery with merge nodes, animating with keyframes, working with 3D spaces, and adding effects for polish.

What further techniques could be explored to enhance this text effect?

Some further techniques to explore would be adding more complex materials and lighting to the 3D elements, using tracking to incorporate the text into footage, or experimenting with other Stylize effects.