After Effects Tutorial: How To Create Scarlet Witch's Magic Energy Effects

After Effects Tutorial: How To Create Scarlet Witch's Magic Energy Effects

April 15, 2021
Cody Vineyard
After EffectsTutorials

In this Marvel-inspired tutorial, we will show you how to create Scarlet Witch's chaotic energy ball effects in your hands.

Ready to wield the power of Scarlet Witch from the Marvel Cinematic Universe?

If we have learned anything from WandaVision, we know she is now one of the most powerful magical beings. And we want to teach you this powerful, chaotic energy shot we created! We're giving you the project files!

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In this tutorial, we cover:
  • Composite Energy Ball elements and combine them with After Effects’ lightning effects 
  • Learn about time displacement to help enhance the look of the Energy Ball element 
  • Creating light wrap to help blend elements
  • Using Anamorphic Lens Flares 
  • Using Energy Burst elements to add more "dimension" (smoke trail)
  • Adding glow
Let us know in the comments below what you thought of this tutorial! When creating energy effects, the possibilities are truly endless! Be sure to check out all of our Energy FX stock footage to create your own shot!

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