AR Animation

To create realistic-looking holograms, I used 3D models of different objects as a basis. Using Video Copilot Element in After Effects adjusting materials, surface options, blend mode and different polygon settings, I was able to embed these holograms into different kinds of environments.

Tracking stationary or moving objects, surfaces or single points need different kinds of tracking. For a simple and small object that doesn't have great depth, single-point tracking works best. As soon as a 3D object needs to be placed in frame two-point tracking is useful as it tracks rotation and scale automatically. Lastly depending on the situation tracking large surfaces can either be done with corner pin or planar tracking.
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For each film clip new criteria applied so I had to figure out what to use in which situation. Through this, I learned the intricate details of what is possible regarding motion tracking in After Effects.

Combining the two methods above, holograms and motion tracking, I created a few test videos and learned how to perfect the combining of these two effects.

To create a scene the first step was to draw a storyboard, on what to record and where holograms or screens will appear. To get the best sound effects, I later recorded room tone and all kinds of sounds separately and edited them in Premiere Pro to match the footage and color grade. With the footage in After Effects, I started with creating screens and holograms. For each element that appeared in the film, I had to create a tracking layer to make it stick to where it's supposed to be. Finally, after all animations were done, I went back into Premiere Pro to add a final color grading to make the whole environment feel natural.