Title sequence at DVinfo.net

Justin Morgan · January 30th, 2003, 08:34 AM

I want to create a title sequence. The text generator in Final Cut is quite limiting (only one typeface per entry etc).

Is it a bad idea to create typography in something like Illustrator or Photoshop and import it, then use motion effect to make it move?

Brian Pink · January 30th, 2003, 09:11 AM

not a bad idea at all. just make sure to check out the tutorial on lafcpug.org about making your photoshop image correctly.

Simon Plissi · January 30th, 2003, 07:20 PM

Yes, Photoshop titles can work, though excpect a bit of back and forth fixing.

However, whilst you are correct in saying the text generator in Final Cut is quite limiting don't forget it does come with the Boris text generator, which allows far more control.

Vic Owen · January 30th, 2003, 09:51 PM

The Boris Calligraphy generators are great, as mentioned. Boris Grafitti is even better. You should also check out the CHV text generators -- great value. See kenstone.com for a review.

Justin Morgan · January 31st, 2003, 04:33 AM

Is it better to use Boris than the other FC text text generator (or another program altogether eg Photoshop)?

Simon Plissi · January 31st, 2003, 08:50 AM

The Boris generators are much better than the FCP ones. Photoshop is overkill for most straight forward titles. PS comes into its own when you're using complex graphic elements, though only static of course. However, you can achieve quite complex titles with graphic elements using FCP itself since you can overlay numerous tracks above one another and blend together, and they can be animated and include video as well. Kind of like a mini After Effects. PS does have the advantage of more control and a faster work flow. It all really depends on what you want, but if what you want can be achieved in FCP then why not use it.

I've a feeling FCP 4 is going to be pretty slick when it comes to titles. Don't forget Apple bought that title app (India Titles?) last year.

Justin Morgan · January 31st, 2003, 09:14 AM

Thanks for that - I'll check out old Boris.

January 30th, 2003, 08:34 AM	#1
Justin Morgan Regular Crew Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: London Posts: 189	Title sequence I want to create a title sequence. The text generator in Final Cut is quite limiting (only one typeface per entry etc). Is it a bad idea to create typography in something like Illustrator or Photoshop and import it, then use motion effect to make it move?

January 30th, 2003, 09:11 AM	#2
Brian Pink Regular Crew Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 94	not a bad idea at all. just make sure to check out the tutorial on lafcpug.org about making your photoshop image correctly. __________________ This is the way the world ends.

January 30th, 2003, 09:51 PM	#4
Vic Owen Major Player Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 540	The Boris Calligraphy generators are great, as mentioned. Boris Grafitti is even better. You should also check out the CHV text generators -- great value. See kenstone.com for a review. __________________ -- Vic Owen --

January 30th, 2003, 07:20 PM	#3
Simon Plissi Regular Crew Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: London, UK Posts: 105	Yes, Photoshop titles can work, though excpect a bit of back and forth fixing. However, whilst you are correct in saying the text generator in Final Cut is quite limiting don't forget it does come with the Boris text generator, which allows far more control.

January 31st, 2003, 04:33 AM	#5
Justin Morgan Regular Crew Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: London Posts: 189	Is it better to use Boris than the other FC text text generator (or another program altogether eg Photoshop)?

January 31st, 2003, 08:50 AM	#6
Simon Plissi Regular Crew Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: London, UK Posts: 105	The Boris generators are much better than the FCP ones. Photoshop is overkill for most straight forward titles. PS comes into its own when you're using complex graphic elements, though only static of course. However, you can achieve quite complex titles with graphic elements using FCP itself since you can overlay numerous tracks above one another and blend together, and they can be animated and include video as well. Kind of like a mini After Effects. PS does have the advantage of more control and a faster work flow. It all really depends on what you want, but if what you want can be achieved in FCP then why not use it. I've a feeling FCP 4 is going to be pretty slick when it comes to titles. Don't forget Apple bought that title app (India Titles?) last year.

January 31st, 2003, 09:14 AM	#7
Justin Morgan Regular Crew Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: London Posts: 189	Thanks for that - I'll check out old Boris.