Make a gradient from fractal noise in After Effects

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To make a gradient with fractal noise, we start with a new solid and add the fractal noise effect. We want to make this look smooth for a gradient. To do that, we can increase contrast (300) and decrease complexity (2). In addition, we can scale it up (200). To continue our smooth look, let’s add a blur such as Fast Box Blur (100). Increase the settings to your liking.

Now, to get some color for our gradient, we can apply the Colorama effect. There may be some presets that work, or you can manually adjust the colors.

Once you’re satisfied, you can add movement to the gradient background by setting Evolution keyframes, or adding an expression such as time multiplied by a value.

Watch it all come together in the quick tutorial below:

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Posted on November 12, 2024

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Andy Ford is a Florida-based digital strategist and video producer with 25 years of experience. His career has spanned the sports, news, corporate, and healthcare environments. He is an Adjunct Professor for the University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications, instructor for industry conferences, tutorial author for CreativeCOW, and an Adobe Certified Professional in Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Video Design. In his spare time, Andy enjoys traveling, cooking, and the great outdoors.

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