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Intro
Turn Flat 2D Scenes into Cinematic 2.5D Worlds!
Don't know how to draw? No problem. Every artwork asset used throughout the course is provided for you, so you can skip the drawing process and dive straight into professional compositing and VFX workflows.
The most exciting anime visuals today aren't purely 2D or 3D. They're a seamless blend of both. Learn how to combine the strengths of each medium to create cinematic shots that feel bigger, richer, and more dynamic
The most exciting anime visuals today aren't purely 2D or 3D. They're a seamless blend of both. Learn how to combine the strengths of each medium to create cinematic shots that feel bigger, richer, and more dynamic
In this course, Tori, a 2D animator, 3D VFX artist, and compositor, will guide you through a complete hybrid anime production workflow using Blender and After Effects. Starting from pipeline planning and shot breakdowns, you'll learn how to create stylized 2D VFX, anime compositing, simulations, procedural effects, cinematic camera work, and 3D elements designed specifically to work within 2D animation.
By the end of the course, you'll understand how to integrate 3D VFX into 2D scenes, work with render passes and EXR workflows, track and composite elements across both applications, and polish shots to a professional standard. With provided animation files and practical demonstrations throughout, you'll gain a production-ready workflow that can immediately elevate your personal and professional projects.
By the end of the course, you'll understand how to integrate 3D VFX into 2D scenes, work with render passes and EXR workflows, track and composite elements across both applications, and polish shots to a professional standard. With provided animation files and practical demonstrations throughout, you'll gain a production-ready workflow that can immediately elevate your personal and professional projects.
Class Perks
Special Gift from Tori Artworks
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Full After Effects Practice Files -
Full Blender Practice Files -
Final Project Files
Class Material Details
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Files for After Effects Exercises- 3 After Effects project file, in AEP, with a folder that contains the relevant footage -
Files to Familiarize With Blender Engine- 3 Blender files for custom practice -
Assets for the Final Outcome- 1 AEP file with animation footage and 1 Blender file
Recommendation
Who should take this class?
Artists Who Want to Create Stunning Animation Without Drawing
You love animated music videos, anime effects, and cinematic visuals, but drawing has always felt like a barrier.
This course removes that obstacle completely. All artwork assets are provided, allowing you to focus entirely on compositing, VFX, camera work, and bringing scenes to life using professional workflows.
Animators Inspired by Tori's Recent Work
You've seen Tori's recent work and wondered:
"How are those effects made?"
"How are the cameras moving like that?"
"Is this 2D or 3D?"
This course breaks down the exact production process behind those visuals, showing how After Effects and Blender are combined to create dynamic anime-inspired shots with depth, scale, and impact.
Compositing Artists Interested in 3D VFX
You may already enjoy compositing or After Effects, but still want to expand into 3D VFX.
This course shows a practical way to bring Blender into your compositing pipeline without needing to become a 3D artist.
You’ll create destruction effects, camera moves, and hybrid 2D/3D shots, and elevate your visuals into more cinematic work.
Indie Animator
Tori Artworks's Course Series
Expert Indie Animator Tori Artworks's Portfolio
Why Take This Class?
Most artists see 2D and 3D as separate disciplines, but this course shows how they can work together as a single creative pipeline. Instead of overwhelming you with technical complexity, Tori teaches practical, production-tested methods for combining Blender and After Effects to create cinematic anime-style visuals with efficient workflows and professional-quality results.
Through a complete project-based journey, from pipeline planning, compositing, simulations, and procedural effects to render passes, tracking, and final polish, you'll learn not only individual techniques but also how every step connects in a real production environment. The focus is on approachable workflows, creative problem-solving, and high visual impact, making advanced hybrid animation techniques accessible to all artists looking to expand into 3D VFX.
Get Ready for the Real-World
13 Class Exercises
Part 1. After Effects VFX Exercises
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Stylized Blackhole VFX -
Aurora Preset -
Starfall VFX
Part 2. Blender Setup
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Material Setup -
Camera Work
Part 3. 3D VFX Exercises
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Glass Flying -
Water Effect -
Noise-Driven Particle
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Rendering 3D VFX -
Tracking VFX to Final Work
Part 4. Compositing
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Close-Up Shot Compositing
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Compositing Final Work (Character) -
Compositing Final Work (3D VFX + 2D Cel) -
Compositing Final Work (Final touch)
Final Product Example
Final Animation
2D cel animation and 3D VFX with cinematic lighting
*The above images are sample images for a better understanding.
Highlights
Class Highlights
Cinematic VFX and Compositing Skills
Learn how to add lights, glow, mist, and volumetric effects to your 2D animation for a fun and unique way to instantly elevate your work. Dive into these techniques and discover a brand-new creative passion along the way.
3D Simulations With Blender
Harness the power of Blender, one of the most popular tools used by modern animators to enhance their projects. Dive deep into creating dynamic particles, stunning VFX, and detailed background work designed to massively improve the quality of your animations.
Mastering 2D and 3D Workflow
Demystify the hybrid pipeline and conquer a workflow that might otherwise seem intimidating. Master these powerful techniques to unlock limitless creative possibilities and bring your imagination to life as a seamless, moving piece of art.
