Aescripts Lockdown is a powerful plugin developed by Aescripts + Runway for Adobe After Effects, designed to make tracking and compositing onto complex, warping surfaces significantly easier.
It is especially popular for tasks like face tracking, body tracking, or attaching graphics to moving, deforming surfaces—something traditionally difficult in 2D post-production.
IN THIS WEBINAR, YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT the FOLLOWING TOPICS-
Key Features:
Mesh Tracking: Lockdown allows users to track individual points on a mesh grid over time, capturing intricate deformations in footage.
Pin-Based Workflow: Users place tracking points (or "pins") manually or via auto-tracking. These pins then move with the tracked surface, enabling accurate attachment of elements like textures, tattoos, or digital makeup.
UV Unwrapping: The plugin can unwrap tracked surfaces into a flat UV layout, making it easy to composite or paint directly on the unwrapped texture, then re-wrap it back onto the footage.
Stabilized Previews: Lockdown provides stabilized views of the tracked area, helping users preview or manipulate elements in a steady, distortion-free space.
Compatibility: Works seamlessly within After Effects and integrates well with other effects, roto, and cleanup tasks.
Common Use Cases:
VFX for film and video (e.g., adding facial scars, tattoos, or wounds)
Music videos and fashion projects involving animated body art
Beauty work, blemish removal, and digital makeup
Motion graphics attached to moving surfaces
Summary:
Lockdown is considered a game-changer for After Effects users tackling complex motion tracking. Its intuitive mesh-based tracking system enables precise visual
effects on moving and deforming surfaces—tasks that would otherwise require 3D tracking or extensive manual work.
ABOUT SPEAKER:
Chiranjibi Balabantaray is a dedicated and results-oriented professional, he bring a diverse skill set and a strong commitment to achieving organizational objectives. With a 9+ years of experience in VFX field. His passion for VFX is complemented by a proven track record of success in Spotlight Award 2018.
He is also known for my strategic mindset, excellent communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. His proactive approach to problem-solving, coupled with a keen eye for detail, positions me as a valuable asset to any project or team. I am excited about the opportunity to contribute my skills and experience to Anibrain, Prime focus Itd, DNEG, MPC , ZICA (Education Arm of Zee Network) & Frameboxx, and eager to take on new challenges.
The schedule is as follows.
Date: 17th May 2025
Time: 4.00 pm onwards
Webinar link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MJwswGpCY2Q