Summary  
This chapter explains how to implement keyframed property animations using principles like squash and stretch, slow in and slow out (easing), anticipation, exaggeration, and timing to create smooth, believable motion.  

General domain of usage  
Motion graphics animation

The essential rules of animation have stood the test of time and remain the foundation of engaging, believable motion.

Originally developed by Disney animators, these principles help bring life and personality to every movement, making animations appear more natural and professional.

This lesson focuses on a few key principles that are most commonly used and will later be applied in a practical animation project.

In this chapter, **you've learned**:
- The key animation principles: Squash and Stretch, Slow In and Slow Out, Anticipation, Exaggeration, and Timing;
- How to apply these principles in a basketball animation of LeBron James scoring a basket.

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Recreate an animation of Lionel Messi scoring a goal using **source files**. You can imagine it on your own, or stick to **an example**.

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to Adobe After Effects, covering essential tools and techniques for animation, motion graphics, and visual effects. You'll engage in precise practice, learning to create full animations and advanced transitions in dedicated chapters. By the end, you'll have the skills to craft dynamic animations and high-quality video content through hands-on projects.

Explore the core interface and functionality of After Effects, covering how to navigate compositions, layers, and essential tools. Learn effective project organization and develop a solid understanding of basic transformations, forming the foundation for more advanced animation work.

The focus is on mastering key animation principles, including keyframing and easing, while applying them to create a complete animation and designing motion graphics transitions in practical examples.

Explore advanced features such as chroma keying with the Keylight effect, using masks to refine visuals, applying Adjustment Layers to multiple elements, and improving project organization through pre-composing. Practice creating professional transitions and master techniques like zooms and whip pans with precise execution.

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