compositing
6 articles tagged with "compositing"
Articles about compositing
Final Cut Pro Overlays: How to Add and Composite Them
Add video overlays in Final Cut Pro with connected clips, blend modes, and the Keyer effect — plus the WebM fix and timing tricks for clean composites.
The Complete Guide to Video Overlays: Types, Techniques, and Creative Applications
Video overlays transform ordinary footage into polished productions. This comprehensive guide covers every type of overlay — from light leaks to glitch effects — with step-by-step techniques for Premiere Pro and After Effects.
Screen vs. Add vs. Overlay: Blend Modes for Video Compositing
You dropped an overlay on your timeline and it's covering the footage. Blend modes fix this — but which one? Here's what Screen, Add, and Overlay actually do and when to pick each.
How to Add Snow Effects to Video Without Filming Snow
Adding realistic snow to video footage doesn't require a blizzard. Pre-keyed snow overlays, proper layering, and a few color adjustments get you there in minutes.
How to Create a Glitch Effect in After Effects
Build a glitch transition from scratch in After Effects using displacement maps, RGB splitting, and time remapping — or save time with a pre-made glitch overlay.
How to Use VHS Overlays in Your Video Projects
VHS overlays add instant nostalgia to modern footage. Here's how to apply them in Premiere Pro and After Effects — with free overlays you can download right now.