Generate procedural 3D geometries using built-in auto paths, mask shapes and the motion from 3D lights.With Trapcode Tao, motion graphics artists can:

Thanks to GPU acceleration, process-intensive graphics and effects, like image-based lighting, reflection maps and ambient occlusion, all render at incredible speeds. With tools to generate complex procedural 3D geometries using built-in auto paths, mask shapes and the motion from 3D lights, Trapcode Tao brings new depth to motion graphics projects. “I feel proud of what we have accomplished with this release, and I can’t wait to see all the hard work pay off in terms of users creating new cool stuff with these tools.” “I’m very excited about this release, and I’m especially thrilled to see what all the amazing Trapcode users will create with the new Trapcode Tao plug-in,” says Peder Norrby, creator of Red Giant’s Trapcode Suite. With Trapcode Tao, we’re bringing the ability to generate amazing, procedurally-generated 3D ribbons and geometric shapes to After Effects, something every motion graphics artist will discover they can’t live without.” For the first time ever, particle systems can be built visually, light rays can react to the 3D camera, and 3D surfaces and wireframes can be looped for dynamic motion graphics. “We’re proud of how passionate our customers are about tools like Particular, Mir and Shine, and we are thrilled to bring users new and more creative ways to use them in their work. “Trapcode plug-ins are a standard in post houses across the world, and are voted the most essential tools for After Effects users every year,” comments Aharon Rabinowitz, Red Giant’s head of marketing. The update also includes new features in Trapcode Form, Sound Keys and Starglow. In addition to major updates to Trapcode Particular, Shine and Mir, the epic release introduces Trapcode Tao, a brand new plugin for generating 3D geometries along a path. Red Giant announced today the release of Trapcode Suite 13, an upgrade to the industry’s most essential tools for creating motion graphics and visual effects in Adobe After Effects. Brand new plug-in Trapcode Tao for generating 3D ribbons and geometric shapes. New Effects Builder for visually designing Particle Systems. Major upgrades to Trapcode Particular, Shine and Mir.

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