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Gift RevealGift Reveal3D Models, Free with Membership, Project FilesCinema 4D + Redshift Project File: A Gift Box is revealed through an Iris Aperture opening in the floor. Great for 3D infographics! Fully animated and includes all models textures, materials, lighting Redshift Renderer settings (using an ACES workflow). Included FREE with membership.
Cinema 4D Trefoil Torus KnotCinema 4D Trefoil Torus KnotFree with Membership, Project FilesCinema 4D and Redshift scene files with all lighting, materials and render settings. These files are from the Pro Member Lesson here.
Thumbs UpThumbs Up3D Models, Free with Membership, Project FilesCinema 4D thumbs up animation. Photorealistic thumb rigged with cloth dynamics and vertex map. Animated and includes all textures, materials and lighting with Redshift Renderer. Included FREE with Pro Membership.
Redshift Playing Cards SceneRedshift Playing Cards Scene3D Models, Free with Membership, Project FilesCinema 4D Playing Card Scene setup with Redshift Renderer. Includes all Materials and Lighting. From this PRO lesson. Included FREE with Membership.
Procedural Landscape SceneProcedural Landscape SceneFree with Membership, Project FilesProcedural Landscape Project File from Members Only Lesson available here.. Includes all textures, lighting and Redshift render settings. Included FREE with Pro Membership.
Folding Paper Plane LoopFolding Paper Plane LoopFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsFolding origami paper plane project file. Looping with all textures, lighting and Redshift render settings. Watch the PRO lesson here. Included FREE with Pro Membership.
Silhouettes and GobosSilhouettes and Gobos3D Models, Free with Membership, Project FilesA collection of black and white Gobo/ Cookie mats for lighting in Cinema 4D and Redshift. Set includes: 32 x Window Shapes 12 x Looping Animated Tree Sequences (120 frames) 3 x Looping Tilable Water Caustic Sequences (120 frames) Also includes C4D/ Redshift project file with setup from lesson. Watch the PRO lesson here. Included FREE with Pro Membership.
Looping AnimationLooping AnimationFree with Membership, Project Files

Today we’re looking at how we can loop animation by resetting our dynamics back to its original position. We'll use cloth dynamics and Mix Animation to create the looping effect

Unrolling Cloth Dynamically in Cinema 4DUnrolling Cloth Dynamically in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project FilesToday we'll be creating unrolling cloth dynamically in Cinema 4D. We'll make the cloth unroll and interact with other objects in the scene using cloth simulation in C4D. The Tutorial Lesson that accompanies this file is available to PRO Members here. This file is FREE for PRO Members.
Infinite Redshift Studio Lighting Setup with Apple Watch 8Infinite Redshift Studio Lighting Setup with Apple Watch 83D Models, Free with Membership, Project FilesReuseable Redshift Infinite Lighting Studio Setup includes Apple Watch 8. Easily change the background color and level of reflection. Includes Redshift Materials, Lights and Render setup. Project is set up with ACES color space. Watch the PRO lesson here. Included FREE with Pro Membership.
Mograph Looping TilesMograph Looping TilesFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsLooping mograph tiles for Cinema 4D and Redshift available in Light and Dark colors - both included free with Pro Membership.
C4D Text IllusionC4D Text IllusionFree with Membership, Project Files, Tutorials

Today we'll be creating a Text Illusion Effect in Cinema 4D. We'll use the the Volume Builder to create the Illusion effect in Cinema 4D, which was inspired by the OK GO Musiv Video - The Writings on The Wall.

Abstract Spheres in C4DAbstract Spheres in C4DFree with Membership, Project Files, Tutorials

Today we'll be creating an abstract sphere effect in Cinema 4D. We'll use the C4D Volume Builder and some noise to create the abstract sphere effect.

Cinema 4D ProCinema 4D ProCourses, Free with Membership
The Ultimate Octane MasterclassThe Ultimate Octane MasterclassCourses, Free with MembershipThis Pro Series Course is designed to be the definitive resource for all octane artists. We cover all Octane Material Types, Nodes, Lights, Cameras and Render Settings and everything else you need to know when it comes to Octane.
Sticky Logo EffectSticky Logo EffectFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we're creating a sticky logo effect in Cinema 4D with the new unified simulation tools in C4D 2023. We'll also generate trails with the use of a vertex map in Redshift.
Character Creation in Cinema 4D and Daz StudioCharacter Creation in Cinema 4D and Daz StudioCourses, Free with Membership
Houdini Abstract Cloth EffectHoudini Abstract Cloth EffectFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating an abstract cloth effect in Houdini. We'll use the Vellum Soft Body Solver to create the effect in Houdini.
Black WidowBlack WidowCourses, Free with MembershipIn the course you’ll learn how to create the Black Widow – Model, Sculpt, UV, Texture, Rig and Animate a Spider in Cinema 4D.
Looping CloudsLooping CloudsFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating a looping cloud flythrough animation in Cinema 4D and Octane. We'll use volume builders in c4d to create the effect and render soft fluffy clouds in Octane renderer and take a look at OSL Displacement.
Houdini Abstract EffectHoudini Abstract EffectFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating an abstract effect in Houdini with our guest instructor Nelson Noa. We cover how to swirl vellum fluid grains with different layers of viscosity in Houdini, as well as merging different vellum networks into one to achieve interaction between all vellum geometry. See more from Nelson here on his Instagram page
Particle Advection BlobParticle Advection BlobFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we''ll be creating a Particle Advection blob with C4D and X-Particles. We will use xpExplosia to drive the particle advection in X-Particles and render in Octane in Cinema 4D.
Create Rolling Objects Along A Path Using Dynamics in Cinema 4DCreate Rolling Objects Along A Path Using Dynamics in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday Derek shows us how to create Dynamic Rolling Objects in Cinema 4D that follow a set path. We'll use the Spline Path Tool and the Rigid Body Dynamics tag to create the rolling effect in C4D.
Dynamic Stacked Objects in Cinema 4D and X-ParticlesDynamic Stacked Objects in Cinema 4D and X-ParticlesFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating Dynamic Stacked Objects with C4D and X-Particles. We'll use the xpBullet Solver in X-Particles to create the stacking effect in Cinema 4D.
Redshift Rendering TipsRedshift Rendering TipsFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday Derek shows us some Redshift Render Speed tips and settings for fast clean renders.
Sewing Stitches in Cinema 4DSewing Stitches in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating this sewing or stitching effect in Cinema 4D. We'll use the cloner and a few effectors to create the looping stitches in C4D.
Honey with Bubbles in Cinema 4D and X-ParticlesHoney with Bubbles in Cinema 4D and X-ParticlesFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating dripping honey with bubbles in X-Particles and Cinema 4D. We'll create the honey with xpFluid dynamics in X-Particles and C4D.
Object Morphing in Cinema 4DObject Morphing in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be morphing objects from spheres in Cinema 4D. We'll use the spheriphy deformer and dynamics to create the object morphing in C4D.
Swinging Sign in Cinema 4DSwinging Sign in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating a swinging sign in Cinema 4D. We'll use spline dynamics in C4D to create the swinging sign effect.
Redshift Fog Noise VolumeRedshift Fog Noise VolumeFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday Derek will be showing us how to create animated fog volumes with noise in Cinema 4D and Redshift Renderer. This lesson is part of our new course The Redshift Materials Masterclass available here
Flower BloomFlower BloomFree with Membership, Project FilesBlooming Flower in Cinema 4D and Octane Renderer with simple Xpresso rig
Looping RingLooping RingFree with Membership, Project FilesLooping Wireframe Ring in Cinema 4D and Octane - File is set up to render with Octane, but you can easily switch to C4D Standard or Physical (or Redshift etc)
Animated Pencil in Cinema 4DAnimated Pencil in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be animating a pencil in Cinema 4D. We'll use the vibrate tag and the tracer to create a pencil drawing effect in C4D.
Halloween Spider Animation in Houdini + Cinema 4DHalloween Spider Animation in Houdini + Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating a bouncy Halloween Spider animation in Houdini and Cinema 4D. We'll create the dynamics in Houdini before exporting to Cinema 4D where we'll create the googley eyes and add the finishing touches.
Slicing Objects in Cinema 4D - Octane or RedshiftSlicing Objects in Cinema 4D - Octane or RedshiftFree with Membership, Project Files

Slice up your objects in Cinema 4D - renders below - Redshift and Octane versions available for this popular effect.

Cross Section in Cinema 4D - Octane or RedshiftCross Section in Cinema 4D - Octane or RedshiftFree with Membership, Project Files

Cinema 4D Cross Setion Effect in Octane or Redshift - renders below - Redshift version includes wireframe option.

Balancing Objects in Cinema 4DBalancing Objects in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be balancing objects on top of each other in Cinema 4D. We'll use the Axis Center tool in C4D to help stack the objects up in Cinema 4D.
X-Particles SpaghettiX-Particles SpaghettiFree with Membership, Project FilesCinema 4D and X-Particles Spaghetti setup - This project file is set up to render in Redshift.
Newtons Cradle Dynamics in Cinema 4DNewtons Cradle Dynamics in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating a Newtons Cradle effect with Dynamics in Cinema 4D. We'll use Dynamic Contraints and a Mograph Cloner to create the effect is C4D.
C4D Explosion with Fume FX in Cinema 4DC4D Explosion with Fume FX in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating an explosion in Fume FX and Cinema 4D. We'll use the Fume FX plugin to create the explosion in C4D.
Folding Map in Cinema 4DFolding Map in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating this folding map in C4D. We'll use joints, the morph tag and some jiggle to bring the map to life in c4d. We'll also let you in on a little secret for baking the animation and getting rid of those pesky intersecting geometries 😉
C4D Explosion with TFD in Cinema 4DC4D Explosion with TFD in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating an Explosion with Turbulence FD in Cinema 4D. We'll use TFD in C4D to create the explosion.
Houdini Diffusion GrowthHoudini Diffusion GrowthFree with Membership, Project FilesDiffusion Growth for Houdini Render Ready File.
HeartsHeartsFree with Membership, Project FilesDiffusion Growth for Houdini Render Ready File.
Boiling WaterBoiling WaterFree with Membership, Project FilesBoiling water effect for Cinema 4D Octane Render.
Wine Glass - 3D ModelWine Glass - 3D Model3D Models, Free with MembershipCinema 4D and Octane Wine Glass 3D Model.
Glowing Spheres in Cinema 4DGlowing Spheres in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating Glowing Spheres in Cinema 4D and Octane. We'll animate the spheres with mograph in C4D and make them glow in patterns with Octane.
School Chair - 3D ModelSchool Chair - 3D Model3D Models, Free with MembershipCinema 4D and Octane School Chair 3D Model.
Metal Foil - Octane MaterialMetal Foil - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
X-Particles AdvectionX-Particles AdvectionFree with Membership, Project Files

X-Particles Advection

Lollipops - 3D ModelLollipops - 3D Model3D Models, Free with MembershipCinema 4D and Octane Lollipops - 3D Model
Grey Granite - Octane MaterialGrey Granite - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Layered Cake Loop in Cinema 4DLayered Cake Loop in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating this Layered Cake Loop effect in Cinema 4D. We'll use the matrix object to create the effect in C4D.
Dirty - Octane MaterialDirty - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Bullets - 3D ModelBullets - 3D Model3D Models, Free with MembershipCinema 4D and Octane Bullets 3D Model.
Moving Slice Loop in Cinema 4D - Redshift Render ReadyMoving Slice Loop in Cinema 4D - Redshift Render ReadyFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating this Moving Slice Loop with the Volume Builder in C4D. We'll use the Volume builder in Cinema 4D to create the slicing effect.
Worn Out Fabric- Octane MaterialWorn Out Fabric- Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Paintball Effect in Cinema 4D and Octane + Standard RendererPaintball Effect in Cinema 4D and Octane + Standard RendererFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating a paintball effect in Cinema 4D. We'll use dynamics and the vertex map to create the effect in C4D.
Mograph InfectionMograph InfectionFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsMograph Infection effect - Render Ready Cinema 4D and Octane Project File.
Mograph Ripple Loop with Cinema 4D FieldsMograph Ripple Loop with Cinema 4D FieldsFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating this Mograph Ripple Loop in C4D. We'll use Cinema 4D Fields to create the ripple loop and render it with Redshift.
Bitcoins - 3D ModelBitcoins - 3D Model3D Models, Free with MembershipCinema 4D and Octane Bitcoins 3D Model.
Rubber Duck - 3D ModelRubber Duck - 3D Model3D Models, Free with MembershipCinema 4D and Octane Rubber Duck 3D Model.
Looping Pipes v2Looping Pipes v2Free with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsLooping animated pipe effect - Render Ready Cinema 4D and Octane Project File.
Looping PipesLooping PipesFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsLooping animated pipe effect - Render Ready Cinema 4D and Octane Project File.
Spline Attractor in Cinema 4DSpline Attractor in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating this rope like spline attractor effect in Cinema 4D. We'll use the field force to create the attractor effect in C4D.
Social Media IconsSocial Media IconsFree with Membership, Project FilesSocial media icons collection for Cinema 4D Standard and Octane Render.
Cascading TextCascading TextFree with Membership, Project FilesCascading Text in Cinema 4D and Octane.
The MachineThe MachineFree with Membership, Project FilesLooping machine with knobs and holes.
Wooden WaveWooden WaveFree with Membership, Project FilesLooping wooden wave in Cinema 4D and Octane project file.
Wool - Octane MaterialWool - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Wood Mahogany - Octane MaterialWood Mahogany - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Wood - Octane MaterialWood - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
White Brick - Octane MaterialWhite Brick - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Tartan - Octane MaterialTartan - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Stucco - Octane MaterialStucco - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Striped Plastic - Octane MaterialStriped Plastic - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Striped Fabric - Octane MaterialStriped Fabric - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Stones - Octane MaterialStones - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Snow - Octane MaterialSnow - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Snake Skin - Octane MaterialSnake Skin - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Rusty Steel - Octane MaterialRusty Steel - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Rusty Copper - Octane MaterialRusty Copper - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Rust - Octane MaterialRust - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Rubber - Octane MaterialRubber - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Rose Gold - Octane MaterialRose Gold - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Red Wine - Octane MaterialRed Wine - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Rainbow Metal - Octane MaterialRainbow Metal - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Polyester Knit - Octane MaterialPolyester Knit - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Plastic Scratched - Octane MaterialPlastic Scratched - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Plastic - Octane MaterialPlastic - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Plaster - Octane MaterialPlaster - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Paper - Octane MaterialPaper - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Olive Oil - Octane MaterialOlive Oil - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Old Iron - Octane MaterialOld Iron - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Mud - Octane MaterialMud - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Marble Rock - Octane MaterialMarble Rock - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Marble - Octane MaterialMarble - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Lollipop - Octane MaterialLollipop - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Leather - Octane MaterialLeather - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Jelly - Octane MaterialJelly - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Icing - Octane MaterialIcing - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Gravel - Octane MaterialGravel - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Gold Scratched - Octane MaterialGold Scratched - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Gold - Octane MaterialGold - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Glass - Octane MaterialGlass - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Dirty Gold - Octane MaterialDirty Gold - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Dirty Mirror - Octane MaterialDirty Mirror - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Diamond - Octane MaterialDiamond - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Denim - Octane MaterialDenim - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Cracked Cement - Octane MaterialCracked Cement - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Chocolate - Octane MaterialChocolate - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Car Paint - Octane MaterialCar Paint - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Brushed Metal - Octane MaterialBrushed Metal - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Acrylic Clear - Octane MaterialAcrylic Clear - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Acrylic - Octane MaterialAcrylic - Octane MaterialFree with Membership, MaterialsOctane Material
Dynamic Snow Globe in Cinema 4DDynamic Snow Globe in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating this Dynamic Snowglobe in Cinema 4D and Realflow. We'll use realflow to create the dynamic snow on top of our c4d animation.
Houdini Sticky SpiderwebHoudini Sticky SpiderwebFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating a sticky spiderweb in Houdini. We'll use DOPS and the Vellum Solver to have 3D models fall into the web and stick to it.
Explosia FX Meshing in Cinema 4DExplosia FX Meshing in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating this Explosia FX Meshing effect in Cinema 4D and X-Particles. We'll use xpExplosiafx in C4D and X-Particles to create the effect.
Abstract Spline Effect in Cinema 4DAbstract Spline Effect in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating this Dynamic Abstract Spline Effect In Cinema 4D. We'll use Dynamics and Mograph Effectors in C4D to create the Effect.
C4D Octane - SkullC4D Octane - Skull3D Models, Free with MembershipCinema 4D and Octane 3D model of a Skull by João Vitor Souza
Dynamic Floating Paper in Cinema 4DDynamic Floating Paper in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating Dynamic Floating Paper in C4D. We'll use soft body dynamics to create the floating in the wind effect in Cinema 4D.
Looping Voxel Effect in Cinema 4DLooping Voxel Effect in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating this looping voxel effect in Cinema 4D. We'll use the Mograph Cloner, the Volume Effector and the Shader Effector in C4D to create the effect and drive our voxels with noise.
Dynamic Targeted Eyes in Cinema 4DDynamic Targeted Eyes in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating dynamic targeted eyes in Cinema 4D. We'll use the Mograph Cloner and Mograph Effectors to create the effect in C4D.
Dynamic Noodles in Cinema 4DDynamic Noodles in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating dynamic noodles in Cinema 4D. We'll use soft body dynamics, mograph and the sweep to create the effect.
Fake Particle Disintegration Effect in Cinema 4DFake Particle Disintegration Effect in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating this fake particle disintegration effect in Cinema 4D. We'll use mograph effectors to fake the particle transition effect.
Melting Stuff in HoudiniMelting Stuff in HoudiniFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating this melting effect in Houdini. We'll introduce you to the Houdini workflow and create this complex melting effect.
Model a Coronavirus in Cinema 4DModel a Coronavirus in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be modeling a coronavirus in Cinema 4D! We're back on tutorials during the lockdown.
Cinema 4D and Octane - GeoBoil EffectCinema 4D and Octane - GeoBoil EffectCourses, Free with MembershipLearn how to use particles with mograph to create this popular Geoboil effect in Cinema 4D.
Customizing the C4D InterfaceCustomizing the C4D InterfaceFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsIf you're not liking the new darker color scheme in Cinema 4D R21, we're looking at customizing the C4D Interface so you can get the exact look that works for you.
Free Cinema 4D Divider PluginFree Cinema 4D Divider PluginFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating a cool divider effect in Cinema 4D with the free Divider – C4D Fragmentation Plugin by Aleksei Karpik!
Swirling Looping Pattern in Cinema 4DSwirling Looping Pattern in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating this Swirling Looping Pattern in Cinema 4D. In this requested tutorial we'll use deformers to create the looping swirling effect.
Introduction to Redshift Materials: MetalsIntroduction to Redshift Materials: MetalsCourses, Free with MembershipIntroduction to Redshift Materials: Metals Course was created for people who want to demystify both the Shader Graph and the whole process of making materials inside of Redshift. Throughout this course we will create over 50 metals and breakdown many of the most common Nodes and how they work. We start off simple and work our way up node by node. By the end you'll be creating very complex materials with ease.
Infinite Looping Hands in Cinema 4DInfinite Looping Hands in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating Infinite Looping Hands in Cinema 4D - we'll use the cloner to create the looping effect in C4D.
Introduction to Redshift: The BasicsIntroduction to Redshift: The BasicsCourses, Free with MembershipIntroduction to Redshift: The Basics Course was created for beginners and people curious about the Redshift engine to get you acquainted with the software, its strengths and how to incorporate it into your workflow.
Dynamic Tinsel in Cinema 4DDynamic Tinsel in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating this Dynamic Christmas Tinsel in Cinema 4D. We'll use Dynamic Splines and hair to create the tinsel effect in C4D.
Snow Globe in Cinema 4DSnow Globe in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating this Snow Globe in Cinema 4D. We'll model the Snow Globe with the lathe in C4D and make dynamic snowflakes.
Virus in Cinema 4DVirus in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating this animated Virus in Cinema 4D. We'll use the Moextrude and the Jiggle deformer in C4D to create the Virus.
Animated Poster Type in Cinema 4DAnimated Poster Type in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating this animated Poster type effect in Cinema 4d. We'll be using the spline wrap deformer to create the effect in C4D.
Octane Diamond Material in Cinema 4DOctane Diamond Material in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating a Diamond Material in Octane and Cinema 4D. We'll use the Octane Specular material in C4D.
Fake Fluid Effect in Cinema 4DFake Fluid Effect in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating this Fake Fluid Effect in Cinema 4D. We'll use the inheritance Effector to create the Fake Fluid in C4D.
Looping Spiral in Cinema 4DLooping Spiral in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating this Looping Spiral Effect in Cinema 4D. We'll use the helix in C4d to create the spiral effect.
Pipes in Cinema 4DPipes in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating Looping Animated Pipes in Cinema 4D. We'll use the Shader Effector, The Spline Wrap and a Python Script to animate the looping animation in C4D.
Abstract Clones in Cinema 4DAbstract Clones in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating Abstract Dynamic Clones in Cinema 4D. We'll use the Mograph Cloner and Shader Effector in C4D to create the dynamic clones.
Abstract Looping Background in Cinema 4DAbstract Looping Background in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating this Abstract Looping Background in Cinema 4D. We'll use noise and the Displacer Deformer in C4D.
Spline Rigging in Cinema 4DSpline Rigging in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be looking at a few techniques for rigging splines in Cinema 4D. We'll use Spline IK and the tracer to create 2 spline rigging setups in C4D.
Aerodynamics in Cinema 4DAerodynamics in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be looking at aerodynamics in Cinema 4D. We'll create falling feathers with dynamics in C4D.
Looping Camera Shake in Cinema 4DLooping Camera Shake in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating this Looping Camera Shake Effect in Cinema 4D. We'll use the Motion Camera in C4D to create the shaking camera animation and Motion clips to make the animation loop.
Abstract Art with Deformers in Cinema 4D - Octane FileAbstract Art with Deformers in Cinema 4D - Octane FileFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating Abstract Art with Deformers in Cinema 4D. We'll cover a bunch of the main deformers you can use to create your own amazing Abstract Art in c4d.
Abstract Voronoi Effect in Cinema 4DAbstract Voronoi Effect in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating this Abstract Voronoi Effect in Cinema 4D. We'll use dynamics and the voronoi fracture in c4d to create the effect inspired by Roman Bratschis awesome artwork.
Decay Effect in Cinema 4DDecay Effect in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating this Decay effect in Cinema 4D. We'll use the new fields system in C4D r20 to create the venom style decaying effect.
Cinema 4D - Ultimate Abstract ArtCinema 4D - Ultimate Abstract ArtCourses, Free with MembershipCreate amazing Abstract Art in Cinema 4D! We'll guide you through the creation of 10 artworks each covering a different technique and toolset within Cinema 4D.
Easter Egg Modeling in Cinema 4DEaster Egg Modeling in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be modeling Easter Eggs in Cinema 4D. We'll use the Voronoi Fracture and the Volume Builder in C4D to model the Easter Eggs.
Dynamic Twisting Rope in Cinema 4DDynamic Twisting Rope in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating this Dynamic Twisting Rope in Cinema 4D. We'll create the rope with the HoRope plugin in C4D.
Voronoi Fracture Slices in Cinema 4DVoronoi Fracture Slices in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating Sliced Objects in Cinema 4D. We'll use the Voronoi Fracture to create Slices in our head model like the famous sculpture by David Černý. We'll also use the new Fields system in Cinema 4D 20 to animate our slices.
Harry Potter Spawning Effect in Cinema 4DHarry Potter Spawning Effect in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating this Harry Potter Spawning Effect in Cinema 4D. We'll be using XParticles in C4D to create particles that emit from dynamic collisions.
Dynamic YouTube Subscriber Bell in Cinema 4DDynamic YouTube Subscriber Bell in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating this Dynamic YouTube Subscriber Bell in Cinema 4D. We'll be ringing the bell with the vibrate tag and Dynamics in C4D.
Cinema 4D - Daily Render Scifi Scene with Octane RenderCinema 4D - Daily Render Scifi Scene with Octane RenderCourses, Free with MembershipCreate a Science Fiction Daily Render Scene in Cinema 4D and Octane render and find out how Daily Renders can help you improve your skills fast!
Looping Xpresso Rig in Cinema 4DLooping Xpresso Rig in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating this Looping Xpresso rig in Cinema 4D. We'll use Xpresso to drive mograph effectors in C4D.
Christmas Tree in Cinema 4DChristmas Tree in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating this animated Christmas Tree in Cinema 4D! We'll be using dynamics in C4D to build an Xmas tree out of Christmas baubles.
Abstract Swirling Softbody in Cinema 4DAbstract Swirling Softbody in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating this abstract swirling softbody effect in Cinema 4D. We'll use Softbody dynamics in C4D.
Softbody Damage in Cinema 4DSoftbody Damage in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be making some damage in Cinema 4D. We'll use softbody dynamics to dent objects in C4D.
Simple Boiling Liquid in Cinema 4DSimple Boiling Liquid in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating this Boiling Liquid Witches Cauldron Effect in C4D! We'll be doing it the simple way with deformers.
Cinema 4D – Looping 3D Animation for Instagram and GIFCinema 4D – Looping 3D Animation for Instagram and GIFCourses, Free with MembershipThe ultimate course for students starting out in Cinema 4D! In this course I’ll show you how to create this looping photo-real 3D animation in Cinema 4D, which I’m calling the Jellybean Factory. We cover loads of essential topics in C4D (modelling, animation, mograph, dynamics, lighting, materials and rendering) and at the end you'll have created a pretty advanced effect - you'll also enjoy this one if you're interested in looping animation!
Abstract Spheres in Cinema 4DAbstract Spheres in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating abstract spheres in Cinema 4D. We'll be using dynamics in C4D to cluster the spheres.
Looping Background in Cinema 4DLooping Background in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating this Looping Background effect in Cinema 4D. We'll use the Shader Effector in C4D to create the seamless loop.
Heart Beat in Cinema 4DHeart Beat in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating this Heart Beat in Cinema 4D. We'll use deformers to create the beating heart effect in C4D.
Flag Looping with Cloth in Cinema 4DFlag Looping with Cloth in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating this flag animation in C4D. We'll use the Cloth Tag and make the animation looping in Cinema 4D.
Pinwheel in Cinema 4DPinwheel in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating a pinwheel in Cinema 4D. We'll use deformers and the Cloner in C4D.
Abstract Cloth Effect in Cinema 4DAbstract Cloth Effect in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating this Abstract Cloth Effect in C4D. The tutorial features the cloth tag and the jiggle deformer in Cinema 4D.
Softbody Dynamics Burger in Cinema 4DSoftbody Dynamics Burger in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be simulating the making of a Burger in Cinema 4D. We'll be using C4D Softbody Dynamics.
Octane Lights - Spotlight and Projector in Cinema 4DOctane Lights - Spotlight and Projector in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be looking at Octane lights in C4D. We'll build a few lighting setups in Cinema 4D including a Spotlight, Window lights and a Movie Projector.
Cloner - Pencil Ball in Cinema 4DCloner - Pencil Ball in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating this abstract ball of pencils with the C4D Cloner Effector. We'll also do some Cinema 4D Dynamic Simulations to make the pencils fall to the floor.
X Particles Flocking in Cinema 4DX Particles Flocking in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating flocking Paper Planes in C4D with X Particles.
X Particles Mesh in Cinema 4DX Particles Mesh in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating this Alien Slime Effect with X Particles Mesh tools in Cinema 4D.

NOTE: xpSkinner has been removed from X-Particles Build 1030 onwards (so you will need that version of X-Particles for this effect to work correctly) If using Build 1030 onwards, we would recommend you use the OpenVDBMesher instead as this allows greater control than the xpSkinner feature.

Animated Lines in After EffectsAnimated Lines in After EffectsFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating solid and dashed animated lines in After Effects. It's a slightly different method then you're probably used to.
Mosplines in Cinema 4DMosplines in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating this starfish / sea anemone / alien creature with Mosplines in Cinema 4D. We'll make its arms sway with dynamics and interact with our c4d scene.
X Particles Trails in Cinema 4DX Particles Trails in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating particle trails in Cinema 4D. We'll be using the X Particles Plugin for C4D. We're going for that fiber optic look.
Carousel in Cinema 4DCarousel in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be going over some tips for creating product carousels in Cinema 4D. We'll set the carousel up to be easily customised with the mograph cloner in C4D.
Jelly in Cinema 4DJelly in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsIn todays tutorial we'll be creating Jelly in Cinema 4D. We'll use the Jiggle deformer in C4D to make our Jelly Jiggle.
Shader Effector Abstract Effect in Cinema 4DShader Effector Abstract Effect in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating this Abstract Effect with the Shader Effector in Cinema 4D.
Abstract Ring in Cinema 4DAbstract Ring in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating this Abstract Ring in Cinema 4D. We'll use the C4D cloner and deformers and have the animation loop.
Diamond in Cinema 4DDiamond in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be modeling a diamond in Cinema 4D with a little C4D trick then we'll make it rain diamonds.
Shattered Type in Cinema 4DShattered Type in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating this Shattered Glass Effect in Cinema 4D.
Neon Text Effect in After EffectsNeon Text Effect in After EffectsFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating this Neon Text effect in After Effects. You can download the free project file too and use it in your own motion graphics work.
Stop Motion Clay Typography in Cinema 4DStop Motion Clay Typography in Cinema 4DFree with Membership, Project Files, TutorialsToday we'll be creating this Stop Motion Clay Typography in Cinema 4D. You can download the project file too and use it in your own motion graphics work.
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