The Art of Cinematic Compositing in After Effects [Coloso, Infinite VFX (Anurag Raj)]
- Publisher
- COLOSO
- Product Type
- Video Course
- Author
- Infinite VFX (Anurag Raj)
- Language
- English, English Official Subtitles
- Duration
- 31:00
- Release date
- Oct 26, 2025
- Skill level
- Project Files
- Yes
- Product Price
- $215
Controlled Chaos: Crafting Cinematic Compositions
Go beyond basic techniques and challenge yourself to create visually striking composites that reflect your personal style. Led by Infinite VFX (Anurag Raj) - a self-taught, seasoned compositor with over five years of experience collaborating with global brands like Nike and artists such as Travis Scott, A$AP Rocky, SIA, and Jennie - this class teaches you how to approach VFX compositing in After Effects to achieve cinematic visuals.Known for a distinctive style that blends realism with abstraction, Anurag guides you through the visual strategies, technical processes, and artistic decisions that define his signature look. If you’re tired of generic tutorials and want to create work that feels bold and original, this class is designed to help you make that shift.
Through hands-on breakdowns, clear guidance, and structured exercises, you’ll learn how to build design-forward shots rooted in storytelling. You’ll start by mastering foundational skills such as integrating 2D elements into live-action and CG scenes, then move on to advanced workflows using alpha & luma mattes and EXR multi-pass files. Along the way, you’ll explore industry-standard tools like ACES and Red Giant plugins in After Effects to elevate the look and feel of your work.
Every lesson is project-based and grounded in real-world application, proving that while VFX can be complex, the process can also be approachable, rewarding, and even fun.
Why Take This Class?
Trying to learn VFX on your own often means jumping between random tutorials and hoping it all comes together. This class saves you that frustration by guiding you through a full professional workflow from start to finish. Instructor Anurag Raj shares the same techniques he uses in professional settings, breaking everything down into clear, actionable steps you can apply to your own projects.
You’ll start by building strong foundations in After Effects - setting up clean comps, organizing your assets, and streamlining your workflow. Then you’ll get hands-on with cloud animations, fog, fire, and other effects that bring scenes to life. Anurag also shows you how to break down real shots, match lighting and color, and integrate CG into live-action plates in a way that looks seamless and natural.
The class wraps up with professional-level tips on working with EXRs, ACES color pipelines, and multi-pass renders. By the end, you’ll not only understand the tools but also know how to use them creatively and confidently across your own projects.
13 Class Exercises
- Shot Breakdown & Planning
- Folder Structure Setup
- ACES & Colorspace
- Sky Replacement 101
- Fire Layering
- Post-Processing
- Keying & Preparing Mattes
- Custom Fire Renders
- Regraining & Final Touches
- 3D EmberGen Workflow
- Rebuilding EXR Passes
- Atmospheric Details
- Showreels & Breakdowns
Final Product Examples
- Realistic CG Fire Shot
- Stylized Shot Built from Scratch
- Breakdown-Ready Cinematic Composite
Class Highlights
Creative Control + Studio-Level WorkflowsYou’ll get hands-on with professional tools like ACES, EXR multi-pass renders, and Red Giant plugins - but not just for the sake of it. These workflows are designed to help you build solid, flexible comps and give you the freedom to experiment, stylize, and develop a look that’s uniquely yours.
Unleashing the Power of 2D Assets
We’ll break a few rules and use 2D assets in unexpected ways - for set extensions, texture overlays, and atmospheric effects. It’s all about achieving depth and emotion with minimal tools and maximum creativity, without always relying on 3D.
From Rough Cuts to Slick Scenes
Follow real-world comp breakdowns from start to finish, learning how to make every element work together both visually and conceptually. By the end, your shots won’t just be technically correct - they’ll feel intentional, cinematic, and fully polished.
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