Motion 4 Quick-Reference Guide

Designed for both editors and motion graphics pros, this desktop companion is the perfect at-a-glance guide to Motion 4. Master trainers Brendan Boykin and Jem Schofield deliver a crash course on how Motion works (including groups, layers, objects, and behavior-based animation) and meticulously guide you through the essential techniques and tools for animation, motion graphics, visual effects, and 3D design in a concise look-up format. The guide provides a great summary of what's new in Motion including enhanced 3D shadows, reflections, and depth of field, and the ability to "fly" a camera from one object to another. You'll learn how easy it is to ripple text characters on and off the screen and animate date and time sequences. The book also covers Motion's remarkable new linking behavior.

-Accessible writing style puts an expert instructor at your side

-Easy-access layout and full index let you find what you need fast

-Ample illustrations and diagrams help you master techniques quickly

-Well-organized list of keyboard shortcuts increases your efficiency

Brendan Boykin is an Apple Certified Mentor Trainer based in Colorado who provides training to post-production and educational facilities nationwide. A frequent presenter at trade shows and digital video seminars, Brendan has been a contributing writer, technical editor, and technical reviewer for numerous Apple Pro Training Series books.
Jem Schofield is a producer and educator who teaches production and post-production. He is also the founder of theC47 and theC47.com (http://theC47.com), an online and offline resource for production based training, information, and services. His clients include Apple, Inc., The New York Times, and Canon U.S.A., Inc.

Jem Schofield is a producer and creative director who teaches and consults on production and post-production solutions throughout the United States. His company, Buttons Productions, produces video, motion graphics, DVD, and audio projects for commercial and broadcast clients. Jem is an Apple Certified Master Trainer in Final Cut Pro, Motion, and DVD Studio Pro