How to Make Pen on Paper Effects in Cinema 4D

David Todman shows all the tricks to make pen-on-paper effects right in Cinema 4D.

If you want to animate pen on paper effects, you have to think about your choices. While it’s pretty easy to create these effects in post, you can also think about doing them right in Cinema 4D. 

This new tutorial from David Todman shows you a neat method for creating pen on paper effects with C4D and Redshift. The tricks shown in this seismograph example are widely applicable to any project requiring ink to appear in 3D.

About David Todman.

David Todman is a motion artist, director, and Maxon Trainer living in Brighton, UK. He creates 3D art and motion for leading brands, broadcasters, and agencies worldwide. He also loves teaching and has a growing YouTube channel full of tips and advice from his 20+ years of experience in the creative industries.