TUTORIAL ARTICLE

Intermediate

9 min

Transform 2D logos into 3D

Join Max Novak and learn how to make product animation shots using Substance 3D Painter and After Effects.

What you’ll learn in this tutorial:

1

Using Illustrator to create your 3D logo

Easily create a logo in Illustrator. Extrude or inflate the details and export your file for use in Substance 3D Stager.

2

Preparing your 3D logo for importing

Import your file, reassemble parts of your logo, and export the logo for Substance 3D Painter.

3

Texturing and customizing your logo

Take advantage of Smart Materials and create custom materials using generative AI features.

4

Exploring different layers, channels, and maps

Build and change layers, adjust channels, and drag and drop custom texture maps.

5

Tailoring logos to your liking

Highlight real-world references, bake your models, add generators, and fine-tune your results.

6

Giving your logo some personality

Export your logo to After Effects, use Adobe Stock footage and the Substance 3D Assets library, and add a touch of animation.


July 10, 2024