Nodes vs Layers

[Chris Tempel]

A brief video showcasing the differences between node based and layer based compositing and why nodes are usually preferable for VFX work.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=b_-zu0CwIIk

 

[Cryogenic]

Kool. Will have to try it.

 

[pictureplanet]

I've become a really big fan of combination workflows. Nesting layers of nodes is useful for certain situations.

 

[Chris Tempel]

Layers do have their place. I still go to AE for motion graphics stuff, but for compositing I avoid AE like the plague (I hate precomps with a passion lol). It's really about choosing the right tool for the job.

 

[HU_Nathan7]

Very nice. Since I've been diving into Resolve and using node based workflows for color, I've also been interested in trying it out for vfx/compositing, and very curious about trying out Nuke and Fusion. I feel it would definitely be a major learning curve, being someone who learned everything around After Effects and layers. Probably something worth learning though, I'd imagine.

Thanks for the video! I subscribed!

 

[Chris Tempel]

Nice! I personally prefer Nuke over Fusion due to how the node graph works. I find that in Fusion, either my nodes can be lined up, or the connectors can be lined up, but not both. Nuke/Natron don't have fixed inputs on the nodes so they rotate as needed making for a cleaner layout and easier to see. But try them out and see what you think.

Thanks for the sub! I'm going to be releasing a training course in a few months that should help you make the transition, so be watching for that.